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MARLBOROUGH CITY HAPPENINGS - APRIL 2018
A new federal program may change the economics of redevelopment and help spur investment in Marlborough by offering tax incentives for projects in Opportunity Zones.
Mayor Vigeant is asking for approval to purchase a property at the corner of Lincoln and Mechanic Streets, in the hopes to attract a developer that can help revive the site.
MEDC and MPS have partnered with local STEM employers to design a workforce pipeline program that will educate Marlborough students to support the city’s growth industries.
Biopharmaceutical jobs are more clustered in MetroWest than practically any other industry except for information technology, and they’re high-paying and growing fast.
The trail that follows the route of the Boston and Worcester Air Line Trolley is being proposed as a multi-use trail from Framingham to Worcester, with a side trail to Marlborough.
The Boston Globe has listed Marlborough as a hot spot for condos under $500,000 in its "Top spots to live in Greater Boston in 2018."
Single-family home sales rose in many MetroWest communities in February, including Marlborough, as inventory remained low, according to The Warren Group.
All proceeds from the Mayor's Charity Ball go towards the Mayor's Charity Relief Fund, which assists local residents in need of help during times of emergency or duress.
After 31 years, following a year that brought more than 40 companies to the city, Marlborough Regional Chamber of Commerce CEO Susanne Morreale Leeber is retiring.
Allegro MicroSystems, a manufacturer and marketer of high-performance semiconductors, is moving its headquarters to a new facility at 100 Crowley Drive in Marlborough.
Allegro Microsystems is leaving Worcester after 53 years of operating its headquarters there. Here's why the company chose Marlborough out of 20 possible Central Mass. sites.
Whether you're a kid or an adult, it's just fun to bounce around, or climb, or jump in a foam pit--all things you can do at Marlborough's newly-opened Altitude Trampoline Park.
IC Federal Credit Union has opened its seventh Central Massachusetts location at Marlborough’s Apex Center of New England development.
Marlborough’s Knowledge Park has signed three new tenants and resigned an existing tenant to fill more than 11,000 SF just months after the campus was sold for $8.6M.
Regus, a company providing office work spaces across the country, has renewed its lease for 15,000 square feet in Marlborough.
Marlborough medical device manufacturer Boston Scientific has made its sixth acquisition since April 2017, this time of an Ohio medical device firm for up to $50 million.
Boston Scientific has acquired its fifth company of 2018--this time, a privately-held California firm that makes a device for detecting ovarian cancer.
Medical device giant Boston Scientific continues to run like a well-oiled machine, reporting first quarter net income of $298 million on revenues of nearly $2.4 billion.
TJX Cos. is raising its dividend to shareholders by 25%. The company, which has headquarters in Marlborough, will also buy back up to $3 billion in shares in FY 2019.
Marlborough startup drugmaker RXi Pharmaceuticals has agreed to terms with several entities for a $4.9M investment intended to help fund work related to cancer treating drugs.
Marlborough medical device manufacturer ReWalk Robotics has launched a clinical study of its robotic suit for the rehabilitation of stroke victims with lower limb disability.
Marlborough pharmaceutical manufacturer Sunovion is seeking federal approval for a drug to treat motor fluctuations in Parkinson's disease patients.
Mama Rosa's Pizzeria gives Venezuelans a space to "re-connect with their roots in a place where laughter is aloud and loud, problems are shared and solutions are created."
Five talented students have been chosen to represent Marlborough High School at the state's Congressional Art Competition.
The Marlborough Public School District has put a strong emphasis on deepening the use of technology in classrooms over the past few years.
The Advanced Math and Science Academy (AMSA) Charter School of Marlborough recently held its annual International Festival at the nearby Fore Kick’s Sports Complex.
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU

Under Mayor Arthur Vigeant's leadership, the City Council and MEDC have been working together to foster economic development, job growth, and community revitalization in the City of Marlborough.

How have we done so far? Send us your feedback!

ABOUT MEDC

Marlborough Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) is the state chartered economic development arm of the City of Marlborough, Massachusetts, and represents a public-private partnership for planning. It works with municipal and private investors to foster economic development, job growth and community revitalization and expansion in the city. MEDC is dedicated to working closely with all businesses wishing to locate or expand their current facilities in our city. We provide free and fair guidance and resources to support your investment decisions.

To learn more about our latest successes, projects and activities,
read our 2017 Annual Report!

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Last month, Marlborough got a $15,000 state grant to create a branding and wayfinding strategy for the downtown area. MEDC Executive Director Meredith Harris discussed this and other major local news with WMCT-TV.

Watch now!

The cast and crew of national reality TV show Fireball Run rolled into Marlborough on October 1, 2016.

Watch what happened when they stopped at the Special Olympics Massachusetts headquarters!

Watch the first Fireball Run video of downtown Marlborough on our Facebook page!


May 5th @ 6:30pm
Holiday Inn
265 Lakeside Avenue


Join Mayor Arthur Vigeant to help raise funds for the Mayor's Charity Fund. The fund is used to assist Marlborough residents in time of need, such as when they've suffered a fire or flood.

May 3rd @ 9am - 12pm
Charter Oak Country Club
Hudson, MA

Join Marlborough's Employment Options for their largest annual fundraiser to support some of the less fortunate members of our local community. Enjoy food, drinks and gaming tables.
Learn more!

RESTAURANT OWNERS:
If you would like to get involved in this great event by offering your food at the gala, contact: 
Mike Fanale | 508-485-5051 x.231
mfanale@employmentoptions.org


May 6th @ 8:30am - 12pm
Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School
215 Fitchburg Street


The 6th Annual Crossroads 5K and Family Fun Day aims to raise funds to allow the Parent Advisory Group to invest in technology, fund field trips, and support students and staff!

May 8th @ 8am - 10am
Courtyard Marriott
75 Felton Street


Join this free Marlborough Regional Chamber of Commerce workshop to learn innovative techniques that will help you take your business to the next level. Space is limited.

ServSafe RESPONSIBLE ALCOHOL TRAINING

June 13th @ 4pm - 8pm
Courtyard by Marriott
75 Felton Street


The above course is free for employees of Marlborough restaurants and hotels.
Registration is required by 
June 6th. 
To register, contact:
Chris McDade | 508-229-2010 cmcdade@marlboroughedc.com

ADOPT-A PLANTER PROGRAM

Deadline: May 1st 

Help beautify landscaped areas, traffic islands and other green spaces across Marlborough by adopting a planter.


April 28th @ 9am - 12pm
DPW Municipal Garage
135 Neil Street

Mayor Arthur Vigeant and the Marlborough City Council invite you to celebrate Earth Day by taking pride in the beautification of our community. Please bring gloves to pick up litter. Trash bags will be provided.

PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE BACK DAY

April 29th @ 10am - 2pm
Marlborough Police Dept.
355 Bolton Street


Safely dispose of unwanted or expired prescription drugs.

COLONIAL GARDEN
CLUB PLANT SALE


May 12th @ 9am - 12pm
Whitcomb Middle School
25 Union Street

Spring is here! Spruce up your garden with some gorgeous plants grown right here in the city by members of the Colonial Garden Club of Marlborough.

91 Main Street, Suite 204, Marlborough, MA, 01752


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