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Water Main Break on Bruce Avenue September 17, 2026
Due to a water main break on Bruce Avenue, water will be off in the area for 6-8 hours to allow the repairs to be made. The Shrewsbury Water and Sewer Division is on site to address the issue.
Lake Chauncy is closed until further notice due to the presence of cyanobacteria
Massachusetts man wins $20,000 a month for 10 years on State Lottery scratch ticket, here are his plans
A Massachusetts man is continuing his life plans after winning over $1 million recently on a new State Lottery instant game. According to the Massachusetts State Lottery, Vrushab Jadhav of Worcester is the first winner of a $20,000 a month for ten years grand prize in the…
Hunting Season opens 9/21/26
Remember to wear orange blazes on Grafton conservation lands as hunting is permitted.
Update: WATER HAS BEEN RESTORED Harriet Avenue Water Break September 16, 2026
Update: WATER HAS BEEN RESTORED: Water will be off on Harriet Avenue, Harriet Lane, and Dawson Circle for 6-8 hours to allow the repairs to be made. The Shrewsbury Water and Sewer Division is on site to address the issue.
REMINDER: GREEN STREET ROAD CLOSURE TONIGHT
Due to ongoing utility construction by Pulte Homes of New England LLC, Green Street will be closed from September 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM until 5:00 AM on September 17, 2026
National Opioid Awareness
The Central MA Regional Health Department's Opioid Regional Task Force is pleased to launch a prevention and awareness campaign to recognize National Opioid Awareness with several upcoming events. Remember. Support. Prevent.
Regional Opioid Task Force Announcement
The Regional Opioid Task Force is pleased to announce: Notification of Funding Opportunity for the Providing Access, Treatment, and Hope Grant Program as well as a Position Description for Community Advisory Members to join the Opioid Task Force!
Orleans Hub
Published September 16Krenning is sophomore starter at WPI
Albion High graduate Seth Krenning is a sophomore starting lineman for the Worcester Polytechnic Institute football team in Worcester, Mass. Krenning is also a starter on the line for the special teams which provided the Engineers with a dramatic 22-21 victory over the University…
Save the Cap: Twist Them Back On Before Recycling
Lithium-ion and rechargeable batteries don't belong in the trash or recycling
"Wishcycling" can ruin your recycling
"Wishcycling" can ruin your recycling - When in Doubt, leave it out