Local News Archive

The Day Before: Patriot Place Thanksgiving Eve Crowd Returns The night before Thanksgiving has long held a special kind of energy—and in Foxborough, that energy finds its center at Patriot Place. With the Gillette Stadium lights dimmed between games, Thanksgiving Eve offers a different kind of excitement. It's the unofficial reunion night for college students returning home, friends catching up over dinner, and families beginning their holiday weekend together. Local restaurants and bars see some of their highest foot traffic of the year. Taverns like Bar Louie and Six String Grill & St…

Foxborough’s Orpheum Theatre has long been a cultural cornerstone, tucked quietly downtown and lined with stories of plays past and performances that have drawn neighbors together for decades. Now, this beloved building is being reimagined—not to replace its history, but to revive it. While many residents remember the Orpheum as the backdrop for school plays or local concerts, the stage has seen less activity in recent years. That’s changing. A new local initiative, backed by volunteers, performers, and town officials, is giving the Orpheum a second act. Crews have already begun subtle but…

Behind the Scenes at Gillette Stadium in the Off-Season While Gillette Stadium may be known for packed Sundays during Patriots season, its impact on Foxborough doesn’t fade when the crowds go home. In the quieter months, the stadium transforms into a hub for off-season activity—supporting a wide network of jobs, local vendors, and unexpected economic benefits. Staff who usually handle game-day logistics pivot to event coordination for everything from corporate conferences to local fundraisers. Maintenance crews remain busy upgrading seating, lighting, and field infrastructure in preparation…

The Foxborough Police Department is actively seeking help from the public in locating 14-year-old Nina Morley, who was last seen on August 8. Nina was reported missing after officers received information that morning. She is described as approximately 5'3", weighing about 147 pounds, with long brown hair. At the time she went missing, she was wearing black leggings, a light-colored t-shirt, and black sneakers. She was last seen in the Baltic Street area of Attleboro and is known to have connections in that community. Authorities noted that Nina has a history of running from authorities, whi…

Foxborough, MA – August 2025 — Big changes are coming to Foxboro Station as the town gears up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. With Gillette Stadium set to host multiple matches during the international tournament, the MBTA is moving forward with major improvements to handle the expected crowds. The biggest change? A new full-length high-level platform is being built, making it easier and faster for fans to board and exit trains. There are also plans to add a temporary second platform, giving the station more flexibility during large events. MBTA officials say these upgrades are necessary to me…

Foxborough, MA – July 25, 2025 — A dramatic crash on South Street in Foxborough early Friday morning left a home damaged and the driver hospitalized. The incident, which occurred around 1 a.m., involved a vehicle that veered off the road, struck a residence, and caught fire. According to Foxborough Police, the driver was rescued from the burning vehicle and transported to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Fire crews arrived quickly and contained the flames, preventing the fire from spreading further into the home. No residents inside the house were injured during the cras…

Foxborough residents are getting another opportunity to help shape the town’s future as the next Master Plan public workshop is set for Monday, July 29, at the Foxborough Community Center. This session follows a successful meeting held on June 24, where community members began offering input on major topics that will guide development, land use, and local priorities over the coming years. The July 29 workshop will begin at 6:30 p.m. and is part of Foxborough’s ongoing effort to update its comprehensive Master Plan, a long-term roadmap that covers everything from housing and infrastructure to…

Foxboro officials have agreed to the terms of an $18.9 million bond that will help fund several important projects around town. The money will go toward improving the Elm Street highway garage, updating the police locker rooms, and buying the former Mormon chapel on Main Street to turn it into a new community center. The bond will be repaid over 20 years, costing the town just over $20 million total. Property taxes are expected to rise by about $194 next year for the average single-family home. The town received 12 competitive bids for the bond, and BofA Securities submitted the winning offe…