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Marlborough, Massachusetts

Often spelled Marlboro, this Middlesex County city along the I-495 tech corridor has evolved from colonial farmland into a suburban hub for technology companies and biotech firms west of Boston.
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Founded 1660 | Population 40,000 | Peak 40,000 (2024) | County Middlesex County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Marlborough, Massachusetts

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1660 Founded: Colonial.
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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Marlborough's character and economy.
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1990 Economic Development: Marlborough grew through the technology sector.
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2010 Modern Era: Marlborough continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Latest News in Marlborough

Feb 13, 2016
Mom and Dad who Neglected Starved Baby Learn Their Fates
BOSTON — In a case that shocked many, a Massachusetts couple faced the consequences of their actions on February 13, 2016, after…
Mar 19, 2015
Woman Whose Car Flipped Over Thinks Man Coming Help Then Sees what Hes
BOSTON — On a rainy March evening in 2015, Sarah Thompson’s drive home took a terrifying turn when her car skidded off the…
Jan 16, 2015
Mom Warns Other Parents After Cvs Medication Debacle Almost Ended Tragedy
BOSTON, Jan. 16, 2015 — A routine pharmacy visit nearly turned tragic for a Massachusetts mom, who says a mix-up at her local CV…

Complete Historical Timeline

1660 Culture
Founded
1890 Culture
Higher Education
1990 Industry
Economic Development
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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I-495 tech corridor.
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Often Marlboro.
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W Boston.
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Marlborough is located in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.
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Marlborough was founded in 1660.

Famous People from Marlborough, Massachusetts

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Marcia Cross
Actor, Television Actor · Born Mar 25, 1962 · Age 63
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Crystal Eastman
Writer, Lawyer · Born Jun 25, 1881 · Died Jul 8, 1928 (age 47)
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Joey Graceffa
Actor, Writer · Born May 16, 1991 · Age 34
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Mike Burns
Association Football Player · Born Sep 14, 1970 · Age 55
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John Rock
Physician, Gynecologist · Born Mar 24, 1890 · Died Dec 4, 1984 (age 94)

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