Foxborough Coronavirus: Election, Town Meeting Postponed

New dates were announced for the Foxborough town election and annual town meeting because of the new coronavirus pandemic.

Foxboro Coronavirus Update: Election Likely Postponed, New Cases

There were two new cases of the new coronavirus announced in Foxborough. Town meeting and the election are expected to be postponed.

Coronavirus Test Center Opens At Gillette For First Responders

The new free drive-thru testing center for first responders at Gillette Stadium is set to test 200 people daily, according to the governor.

Coronavirus: Warren Accuses Feds Of Taking MA Medical Supplies

Elizabeth Warren sent a letter to FEMA officials asking why federal officials seized orders for hundreds of ventilators and other supplies.

Foxborough Candidate Profile: Jack Kerzner For Selectman

Learn a little about Foxborough selectmen candidate Jack Kerzner before the town election on June 8.

Foxborough Candidate Profile: Thomas Kelley For Housing Authority

Thomas Kelley is re-running for his Housing Authority seat in Foxborough. Take a look at where he stands.

Foxborough Election: Open Races For Selectmen, School Committee

See who is on the ballot for the Foxborough town election on May 4.

How Foxborough Voted On Super Tuesday

Joe Biden won Foxborough by more than 600 votes over Bernie Sanders.

Sen. Feeney Speaks At Bernie Sanders Super Tuesday Rally

State Sen. Paul Feeney, Foxborough, was among the keynote speakers offering support at a Bernie Sanders rally before Super Tuesday.

Foxborough Election: Selectmen, School Committee Races Shaping Up

Four candidates for Foxborough Board of Selectmen and two for School Committee have taken out nomination papers to run in the town election.

Foxborough Early Presidential Primary Voting: Dates, Location

Foxborough will hold early voting beginning Feb. 24 for the presidential primary.

Tom Shack Running For Congress In MA 4th District

Tom Shack is the eighth Democrat to enter the race for Joe Kennedy's congressional seat.

Which Presidential Candidates Are Foxborough Donors Backing?

Foxborough residents made 119 contributions totaling $6,733 to presidential candidates in 2019 according to year-end campaign finance data.

David Feldman Not Seeking Re-Election To Foxborough Selectmen

Selectmen David Feldman announced he will not seek re-election after serving six years on the board.

Foxborough Budget Proposal Calls For 5.8% Increase

If approved, Foxborough's budget would increase by $4.69 million, 5.8 percent more than the current levels.

Foxborough Awarded $7,100 In Fire Safety Grants

The grants will be used for fire safety education for children and seniors in Foxborough.

Baker Supports Simplifying Foxboro's License Process For Gillette

Gov. Charlie Baker filed a bill in support of the Foxborough Selectmen's efforts to streamline event licensing at Gillette Stadium.

Foxborough Town Manager Contract Finalized

Town Manager William Keegan will finish his career in Foxborough after agreeing to a three-year contract.

Neighbors Appeal Plan For Foxborough Brew Pub

Two Foxborough residents filed an appeal in Norfolk County Superior Court against the planning boards approval of a downtown brewpub.

Foxborough Selectmen Want To Cap Budget Growth At 3.5 Percent

Following residents' calls for a more conservative budget, Foxborough selectmen do not want next year's budget growth to exceed 3.5 percent.

Foxborough Awarded $708K State Grant For West Street Dam Removal

The grant will help remove the West Street Dam which does not have a current purpose and is considered a significant environmental hazard.

Foxborough Property Taxes Going Up 3.1 Percent

The residential property tax rates went down in Foxborough, but your taxes are likely to increase because of rising property values.

Consultants Recommend Additional Foxborough Fire Station

A consulting group suggested Foxborough add an additional fire station and create new public safety administrative positions.

Foxborough Considers Plastic Bag Ban

Foxborough officials are considering a plastic bag ban after receiving letters from two residents.

Patriots Flag Will Fly Under U.S. Flag Again In Foxborough

A group of veterans had objected to the Patriots Flag flying below the U.S. Flag at Foxborough Common.

FEMA Awards Foxborough, Mansfield Fire Shared Grant For New Gear

The Foxborough and Mansfield fire departments received a shared grant of about $139,000 from FEMA for new equipment.

Michael Grace Named Foxborough Police Chief

Lt. Michael Grace, a Foxborough High School graduate and 20 year veteran of the local police force, was named police chief of his hometown.

Foxboro Receives $75,000 Grant to Share With Plainville, Wrentham

The Massachusettes Gaming commission awarded the grant to help promote tourism around Plainridge Park Casino and Gillette Stadium.

Foxborough Hanging Purple Heart Signs Throughout Town

Foxborough will put up "Purple Heart town" signs at entry ways into town to honor local veterans who've earned the honor.

Foxboro Selectmen Asked To Deny Permit For Brew Pub/Apartments

One resident said she's worried the proposed building it too close to the abutting neighborhood and will create safety issues for bikers.

Robert Kraft Dines With Trump In Rare Public Appearance

Robert Kraft dined with President Trump at a Treasury Department dinner in Washington, D.C.

Patriots Flag May Not Fly Below U.S. Flag In Foxborough

The Foxborough selectmen are seeking a compromise with a military veteran, who's angry about the Patriots flag flying below the U.S. flag.

Foxborough Town Meeting Settles Budget Controversy

Residents at town meeting settled a budget debate, primarily accepting the $79.1 million the selectmen proposed and only cut $213,000.

Budget Controversy Highlights Foxborough Town Meeting

Foxborough residents will decide an ongoing disagreement between the town manger and Budget Advisory Committee over the size of the budget.

Foxborough Pub Plan For Old Firehouse Back On With New Board

One resident said she's worried about the five-story size and parking issues for one restaurant/apartment proposal at the old firehouse.

Meet Your New Foxborough Selectman: Edward O'Leary

Foxborough's newest selectman is a familiar face. O'Leary was the police chief for 31 years. Learn where he stands on the issues.

Foxborough Town Election Results 2019

A new selectman and two new school committee members were elected in Foxborough's 2019 town election.

What Do You Want To Ask Foxborough's Town Officials?

The election might be unopposed, but the issues are still here. Submit your questions, so Patch can ask them for you on "Candidates Night."

Foxborough Budget Discussion Gets Heated

William Keegan argued the advisory committee proposed cutting $500,000 from next year's budget without discussing with the selectmen first.

LGBTQ Conversion Therapy Banned In Massachusetts

Massachusetts became the 16th state to ban LGBTQ conversion therapy designed to convince children they should be heterosexual.