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Greetings Shrewsbury! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • See how a nearby Worcester college ranks for 2027
  • Rising West Nile cases raise mosquito season concerns in Massachusetts
  • Winning lottery ticket sold at a Worcester market

Also on today's calendar: The Declaration of Independence: Pathway to Our Precious Freedoms and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Breezy; a morning shower, with a high of 82 and low of 59 degrees.
  • Friday: Sunny; pleasant, low humidity, temps: high: 74, low: 51.
  • Saturday: Sunny and comfortable, with a high of 75 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Worcester College Named A Top School In 2027 College Rankings — Local readers can see how a nearby Worcester college stacks up in the newly released 2027 rankings, offering context for students and families in Shrewsbury considering higher education options close to home. (Worcester Patch)
   

2. West Nile Virus Cases Grow In Active Mosquito Year: What To Know In MA — Growing West Nile virus cases across Massachusetts highlight an active mosquito season that Shrewsbury residents should watch closely, with key prevention tips and risk information for local families. (Across Massachusetts Patch)
   

3. Worcester Market Sells Winning Lottery Ticket — A Worcester market sold a winning lottery ticket, giving one lucky customer a significant prize and drawing attention to the store's recent good fortune, though no Shrewsbury connection is mentioned. (Worcester Patch)
   

4. These 10 Central Massachusetts Towns Are Growing Faster Than Anyone Expected (takingthekids.com) — Shrewsbury is highlighted as Greater Worcester's largest and still-growing town, adding more than 1,300 residents since 2020 while exploring new multifamily and mixed-use housing options that could shape future neighborhoods and affordability for local families.
   

5. Volleyball Preview: The Home Fans Finally Get Their First Look at Shrewsbury, with Wachusett Regional in Town (maxpreps.com) — Shrewsbury High's volleyball team finally plays its home opener Thursday at 5:30 p.m. against Wachusett, looking to rebound from a straight-sets road loss to Westborough and give local fans their first look at this year's squad.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I need a general contractor to pull permit for a window installation.
    Call me text me 508-864-8822 if you see five or six different contacts that means I found someone be one of the first few (Nextdoor Main - Floral)
  • MyJobsCorner posted a job opening for Food Production Manager Jobs: Hiring Immediately! Full Time / Part Time - $12-$22/Hr in Worcester. Apply here.
  • VNAcare posted a job opening for LPN Clinical Admissions Coordinator, in-person/in-office in Worcester. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Shrewsbury here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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