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Northborough downtown revitalization plan to be presented
The downtown revitalization plan will be presented to the Select Board during a joint meeting with the Master Plan Implementation Committee.
Northborough to consider purchasing Whitney St. property
The Select Board will hold a hearing to consider exercising the town’s right of first refusal to purchase a property at 432 Whitney Street.
Snow and cold return to the region; some classes canceled
The forecast calls for 3 to 5 inches of snow, possibly mixing with rain, sleet and freezing rain, before it ends in the early evening.
Algonquin to phase out student activity fees
Student activity fees will be eliminated by the 2024 fiscal year, according to a presentation by Superintendent Greg Martineau.
Diane Cournoyer Dance Center to host open house
Northborough - The Diane Cournoyer Dance Center will be hosting an open house Saturday, April 27, at its new studio, located at 386 West...
Peaslee playground fundraiser encourages exercise
Northborough - Students and teachers from Marguerite E. Peaslee Elementary School hit their strides Oct. 10 at the Peaslee Fun Run, the first fundraiser for a new playground.
Treasure hunt yields historical documents from Northborough’s founding days
Northborough - Three members of the Northborough Historical Society, Robert Marchetta, Jenifer Bakkala and Rob Berger, recently travelled to the Massachusetts Archives Division in South Boston in search of historical documents. They had their sights on seeing the Engrossed Act of 1766 (the 1766 Act) which established Northborough as a district separate from Westborough. (An engrossed act is one in its final form, which has been debated, ratified, and then copied and signed.)
Nortborough scouts hold annual Pinewood Derby
Northborough - Cub Scouts of Northborough Pack 55 pose for a picture before getting ready to watch their cars compete in the annual Pinewood Derby held Jan. 17 at the Robert E. Melican Middle School. Nearly 70 kids participated in the event.
Northborough announces update to storm debris disposal
Northborough - The town of Northborough has now added an extra Saturday drop-off to accommodate the number of Northborough residents who need additional time...
Veterinary nutritionist helps animals stay healthy
Northborough – As a child, Dr. Cailin Heinze knew that she wanted to be a veterinarian. Growing up on a farm in Pennsylvania, animals were an important part of her life. She also became fascinated with biochemistry and nutrition.
Local storyboard artist lends talent near and far
Northborough – When John Forcucci was only around 4 years old, he discovered reruns of a New England Saturday morning television show featuring a drawing instructor named Captain Bob (Robert Cottle). By watching the show, he also discovered something else. He realized how much fun it is to create art.
Women in STEM Conference hopes to inspire middle school girls
Northborough - The Northborough Junior Woman’s Club will be hosting its 10th Women in STEM Conference Saturday, March 25. The free event is open to girls in fifth through eighth grade and will expose them to careers in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math through workshops presented by dynamic women role models working in those fields.
Legislators discuss Northborough’s top priorities with selectmen
Northborough – The Board of Selectman and Town Administrator John Coderre welcomed the town’s legislative delegation at their March 13 meeting. Legislators appear annually to discuss top priorities. State Senator Harriette Chandler, D-Worcester, State Representatives Danielle Gregoire, D-Marlborough, and Harold Naughton Jr., D-Clinton, were in attendance.
Northborough resident seeks to better lives of others through volunteerism
Northborough - As board member and member of more than six local organizations, Michael Mills’ passion for helping others in his community is more than just a hobby - it’s a philosophy by which he lives his life.
Nominations now being accepted for Applefest parade grand marshal
Northborough – The Applefest Committee is now planning the 2015 Applefest Celebration, which will be held throughout the town Friday, Sept. 18 through Sunday, Sept. 20. This will be the event's 25th year. Nominations are now being accepted for the parade's Grand Marshal, according to the committee's chairperson, Michelle Gillespie.
Nortborough scouts hold annual Pinewood Derby
Northborough - Webelos Scouts of Northborough Pack 55 Webelos pose for a picture before getting ready to watch their cars compete in the annual...
St. Bernadette School to hold open houses
Northborough - St. Bernadette School was recently named a 2014 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education as an “Exemplary High...
Man arrested after pulling knife in Cumberland Farms parking lot
A 61-year-old Northborough man faces charges after he allegedly threatened a female in the parking lot of Cumberland Farms.
Northborough seeks input on hazard mitigation plan
The town is seeking input from residents as it is in the process of updating its Hazard Mitigation Plan.
Solar projects proposed for Northborough, Southborough schools
Seven solar projects were recently presented at a combined meeting of the Northborough, Southborough and Regional School Committees.