BJ’s redevelopment project green lit by Westborough Planning Board
25 Research Drive has, for the past 10 years, been home to the headquarters of BJ’s Wholesalers. (Photo/Tami White) WESTBOROUGH – Plans to redevelop the soon-to-be former BJ’s headquarters in...
View ArticleSelect Board to interview Regal Cinema RFP respondents
The Westborough Select Board will be interviewing the organizations that responded to an RFP for the former Regal Cinemas. (Photo/Maureen Sullivan) WESTBOROUGH – Tonight’s Select Board meeting will...
View ArticleHousing development among proposals for former Westborough Regal Cinemas
The former Regal Cinemas is located at 231 Turnpike Road. (Photo/Tami White) WESTBOROUGH – Three proposals, three different concepts for the former Regal Cinemas. During its Sept. 6 meeting, the Select...
View ArticleLocal voters head to the polls for state primary
Candidate Jonathan Hostage and Nancy Quimby hold signs in front of Westborough High School on the afternoon of Sept. 6. (Photo/Maureen Sullivan) Editor’s note: This article will be updated as more...
View ArticleWestborough volleyball defeats Shrewsbury in first league game
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View ArticleWestborough’s Hundredth Town Chorus seeks new members
The Hundredth Town Chorus poses for a group photo. WESTBOROUGH – The Hundredth Town Chorus, which is an all-volunteer treble chorus, is seeking new members. Any interested singers are invited to come...
View ArticleWetlands cleared on Gleason Street property in Westborough
The Planning Board is considering an earth moving permit for a property off Gleason Street. (Photo/Laura Hayes) WESTBOROUGH – Plans that would allow for the restoration of wetlands that were cleared...
View ArticleWestborough Connects event attracts vendors, residents
Susan Lippitt of the Westborough Historical Society shows maps and other items. (Photo/Maureen Sullivan) WESTBOROUGH – It was a chance for residents of all ages to connect with their community. More...
View ArticleSeeking approval for building project, Westborough library hosts open house
Cora Lickider of Westborough, left, has her caricature done during the Open House at the Westborough Public Library on Sept. 9. (Photo/Maureen Sullivan) WESTBOROUGH – Every two weeks, Diana and Jason...
View ArticleWestborough firefighters respond to dump truck crash on I-495
Westborough firefighters are responding to a crash on I-495. (Photo/Westborough Fire Department) WESTBOROUGH – The Westborough Fire Department is urging drivers to seek alternate routes as they respond...
View ArticleWestborough to request more special education funding
WESTBOROUGH – An article in this fall’s Town Meeting from the School Committee will ask for additional funds for special education out-of-district costs. The question is how much. During the Sept. 7...
View ArticleMan charged following altercation at former Regal Cinemas involving machete
WESTBOROUGH – A Shrewsbury man faces charges after he allegedly cut another man with a machete during an altercation at the former Regal Cinemas. On Sept. 13 at about 6:30 p.m., Westborough police...
View ArticleWestborough Community Chorus prepares for holiday concert
The Westborough Community Chorus performs at its holiday show. WESTBOROUGH – The Westborough Community Chorus wants to invite community members from Westborough and the surrounding towns to join the...
View ArticleWestborough library project price tag approaches $37 million
Plans to update the Westborough Public Library were on display during the Open House on Sept. 9. (Photo/Maureen Sullivan) WESTBOROUGH – It could cost a lot more to rebuild the Westborough Public...
View ArticleNew location a success for Westborough Farmers’ Market
Bryce Genderon reaches for an onion during a farmers’ market earlier this month. (Photo/Laura Hayes) WESTBOROUGH – It’s been a couple of months since the Westborough Farmers’ Market moved to its new...
View ArticleWestborough Little Free Pantry marks one year anniversary
The Little Free Pantry offers nonperishable food and personal care items, as well as community resources. (Photo/Maureen Sullivan) WESTBOROUGH – On the grounds of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church off...
View ArticleWestborough Cultural Council accepting grant applications
Victoria Zisserman, 3, of Westborough, smiles at the animals in the petting zoo at Nourse Farm’s 300th Anniversary festivities. (Photo/Jon Ratner) WESTBOROUGH – The Westborough Cultural Council is...
View ArticleA sunny Homecoming at Westborough High
Westborough High School juniors Maggie Hanlon and Cayla Ehrlich try some temporary tattoos during the Homecoming Festival at Westborough High School on Sept. 24. (Photo/Maureen Sullivan) WESTBOROUGH –...
View ArticleWestborough Arts in Common returns Oct. 1
The Drum Nomads band begins the entertainment lineup at Arts in Common. (Photo/Ed Karvoski Jr.) WESTBOROUGH – Arts in Common will feature juried artisans, live bands and performers, community art...
View ArticleWestborough man charged with possession of child pornography
(Photo/Maureen Sullivan) UPDATE: This article has been updated with information from Superintendent Amber Bock. WESTBOROUGH – A Westborough school custodian has been arrested and charged with...
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