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Crowds plug in to Regional EV Expo in Westborough
The sun came out just in time for the annual “Get Charged Up” Regional EV Expo on Sunday, Oct. 1, at Amazon Robotics on Otis Street.
Veterans learn about programs and services
More than 50 veterans came to the senior center on Sept. 16 to learn more about programs and services offered through the Central Massachusetts Veteran Service District.
WHS paraprofessionals taking part in Jimmy Fund Walk
WHS paraprofessionals Joshua Callinan and Pauline Sciarappa will be taking part in the Jimmy Fund Walk on Sunday, Oct. 1.
Scouts attend National Jamboree
Four Scouts (Travis Knox, Dexter Honer, Oscar Hubbard and Hunter Felton) and one adult leader from Westborough Boy Scout Troop 100 recently attended the National Jamboree held at the Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia
Pair of historic headstones restored
A pair of headstones in Memorial Cemetery underwent some much-needed repairs, thanks to the Westborough Historical Commission.
Gov. Maura Healey signs ban on single-use plastic bottles in Westborough
Two decanters full of ice water with lemon awaited thirsty attendees at a special Climate Week conference headed by Gov. Maura Healey
Demolition planned for state hospital buildings
A couple of former Westborough State Hospital buildings could soon be demolished. Trees have been removed from 160 and 170 Oak St.
Westborough schools remain unhappy with NRT
Westborough Public Schools is still not happy with its bus transportation provider, NRT.
Residents provide feedback on Westborough library repair project
Amid the fun at Westborough Public Library’s open house, visitors shared their vision of what they would like to see at the facility.
Minardi becomes Westborough police chief
The Select Board unanimously approved Minardi as the town’s police chief during its Tuesday, Sept. 12, meeting.
A way to ‘connect’ with the Westborough community
Westborough Connects sponsored its annual “Westborough for Life! Stay. Connect. Thrive" on Sept. 10 at Westborough High School.
Planning Board imposes deadlines on Village Commons developer
During its meeting on Aug. 22, the Planning Board imposed a Sept. 1 deadline to finish landscaping, relocate some construction debris and complete other tasks at Village Commons located at 1 Gleason St.
Westborough volleyball ready for another championship run
The team went undefeated in the 2021 regular season and 2022 regular season, reached two state championship games and won the 2022 MIAA Division 2 title.
Westborough father and daughter team up for Jimmy Fund Walk
To honor those who treated his daughter, Jeffrey Ward decided to take part in the Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk.
Man charged with carrying a machete following Westborough traffic stop
After being arrested in a suspected OUI, Westborough police allegedly found a machete and ammunition in the suspect’s possession.
PHOTOS: Residents enjoy last days of summer at Lake Chauncy
Over the weekend of Aug. 19-20, beachgoers enjoyed the sun at Lake Chauncy. In some of the photos, you can see the pickleball courts.
For interim Westborough chief, community is the priority
Community tops Minardi’s list – keeping residents safe, keeping them informed about the department and making sure the department is adequately staffed and equipped.
Petty Larceny performs at Bay State Commons
Petty Larceny helped warm up an otherwise cool and cloudy evening on Aug. 17 at Bay State Commons as part of the Summer Concert Series.
State honors Wendy Mickel as Commonwealth Heroine
Mickel is making room on her newly-renovated walls for a pair of citations that honor her as a Commonwealth Heroine.
Elite Hockey League celebrates end of roller hockey season
Hockey can be just as nice without the ice. Dozens of athletes and passionate fans gathered at NorthStar for the Elite Hockey finale.