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MARLBOROUGH CITY HAPPENINGS - JULY 2019 NEWS ROUNDUP
The Fix Burger Bar to open in Marlborough
Worcester's Niche Hospitality Group is expanding to Marlborough, and is planning to open The Fix Burger Bar in the former Allora Ristorante property by November.
Mayor Vigeant has submitted a request to the City Council to fund a shuttle service that would connect Marlborough to the MBTA Southborough commuter rail station.
MassDOT and MWRTA have launched a yearlong pilot shuttle service from the Target Store in Marlborough to Riverside Station, with various stops along Route 20.

Concord Rd, Pleasant St, Beach St, Fontaine St, Kings View Rd, Memory Ln and Forbes Ave will get a facelift after the City Council approved a $4M bond for road repairs. 

Although the $4.6M state-funded project is currently affecting business, local owners are hopeful the improvements will attract more customers in the future.

Property owner Vincenza Sambataro proposes to build 67 residential units, 50 parking spaces and street-level commercial units in downtown Marlborough.

The state Department of Public Health has opened a satellite office in Marlborough, bringing along more than 200 employees.
Chamberofcommerce.com has named Marlborough among the 20 Best Cities to Live in MA. Rankings were based on employment, housing, quality of life, education and health.
Local businesses can purchase “Marlborough Market Money” through the Board of Health office, which they can then use as customer and employee incentives.
The Marlborough Police Department and Chief Giorgi were awarded the Patriotic Award and the Above and Beyond Award by the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve.
The office of Attorney General Maura Healey will award close to $322,000 in grant funding to provide summer jobs to young adults working in the health and wellness field. 
Mayor Vigeant has announced that the city will dedicate this year’s Marlborough Labor Day Parade to World War II Veterans in honor of the 75th anniversary of D-Day.
Mayor requests funding for shuttle bus to MBTA
Marlborough-based ReWalk Robotics has developed a soft exoskeleton device that assists stroke patients in regaining their natural gait. Watch this video to see how it works!

New York-based construction industry insurer Tradesman Program Managers has selected Marlborough-based OneShield Software to support its market growth.

Marlborough Rotary Club's new president, Darlene Trainor, plans to continue established programs, while bringing back events from previous years, as well as launching new ones.
The Branches of Marlboro, a new assisted living and memory-care community, is committed to keeping residents connected to who and what matter most in their lives.
Lincoln Property Company has sold its 206,000 SF flex and data center at 34 St. Martin Drive in Marlborough to California-based Menlo Equities.
South Street Business Park in Marlborough has sold for $14.2M. The 145,600 SF multi-use building features warehouse, flex, office and R&D space.
Ciminelli Real Estate Corporation has purchased a 61,177 SF mixed-use office/lab building located at 33 Locke Dr in Marlborough for $6.55M.
Mayor requests funding for shuttle bus to MBTA
The Marlboro Shamrocks Football team is back and better than ever! To learn more about the revival of our city's very own semi-pro football team watch this clip from WMCT- TV.
Abigail Larson was honored as Player Of The Year for Marlborough High School's Field Hockey team and received her award from MLB World Series champ Bronson Arroyo.
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 2018 Annual Report!

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. 

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Marlborough's new flip books or Food & Fun Guides
 
Calling all realtors, retailers, hotel managers and business owners! Would you like to share Marlborough's new flip books or Food & Fun Guides with your employees or customers? Reach out to us and we will deliver them straight to your door. Contact us to get yours or learn more about the wealth of statistics and information inside. 508-229-2010
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Meredith Harris, MEDC Executive Director
 
Do you know who the people are behind our organization? We want you to! That's why, over the next few newsletters, we will be introducing you to the MEDC team, so you can get to know us better. First up: our fearless leader and #GirlBoss extraordinaire, Meredith Harris!
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Marlborough Food Truck Festival


FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL

September 14 @ 12pm - 5pm

Main Street & Rt 85

Join us for the first annual Marlborough Food Truck Festival! We are currently looking for local vendors to participate.
Contact us if you are interested! 

Marlborough Summer Farmers Market


MARLBOROUGH
FARMERS MARKET

Every Tuesday @ 3pm
Now - August 27

Union Common

The Marlborough Farmers Market is in full swing! Join us every week for local food, story times, alpaca visits and more.
 

Learn more!

Bocce Tournament for Seniors


SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

Thursdays @ 7pm
Now - August 16 

Union Common
Intersection of Rt 85 & Main St

Come out to enjoy the city’s annual free Summer Concert Series. Check the link for this year's lineup of local talent.
 

Learn more!

Movies in the Park


MOVIES IN THE PARK

Fridays @ dusk
August 9 & August 30

Ghiloni Park
239 Concord Road


Enjoy a free movie under the stars with your friends and family. Movies begin at dusk.

Learn more!

Regal Summer Movie Express


2019 SUMMER MOVIE EXPRESS

Tuesdays & Wednesdays
Now - August 21 @ 10am

Regal @ Solomon Pond Mall

Bring the family to the Regal theater at Solomon Pond Mall and enjoy kids movies for just $1 per ticket. Watch Shrek, Despicable Me, Kung Fu Panda and many more.  
 

Learn more!

Marlborough Public Library Lego Lunch


LEGO LUNCH

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Now - August 15 @ 12pm - 1pm

Marlborough Public Library
35 W Main Street

The Marlborough Public Library is hosting a LEGO playtime and a nutritious, free lunch for kids

Learn more!


ASTRONOMY
BOOK CLUB

August 12 @ 6:30pm

Marlborough Public Library
35 W Main Street

Read about a topic in astronomy and discuss things like robotic design, astrobiology and Pluto's "demotion" to dwarf planet. Come to learn something new or share your expertise! Open to all levels of scientific knowledge. 

Learn more!

Lobster Fest


LOBSTER & STEAK FESTIVAL

August 22 @ 5pm - 9pm

Hudson-Concord Elks
99 Park Street, Hudson

 MRCC's Lobster and Steak Festival is back by popular demand! Open to the public. 
Learn more!

 

Lobster Fest


CROSSROADS GOLF TOURNAMENT

September 26 @ 7:30am

Marlborough Country Club
200 Concord Road

Join the Crossroads School's annual golf tournament fundraiser and help make a difference in a child's life. Save $100 on a foursome with promo code: BIRDIE.
Learn more!

 


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


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