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Town Of Hubbardston

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Originally called the "Northeast Quarter", Hubbardston was part of Rutland until it became a town in 1767. It was named for Thomas Hubbard, one of the original proprietors. The first European settlers were recorded in 1737. The community has been described by historians as a poor town in its early years, sparsely settled and almost solely agricultural. By the 18th century, there were sawmills potash works and cottage industries, including the making of palm leaf hats, chairs, cabinets, shoes, and horse blankets.

By the 19th century, dairy and berry farming and market gardening were major enterprises. Immigrants from ireland, French Canada, England, Sweeden and Finland moved to town to work on local farms.

The town's early economy was based on agriculture and small-scale chair, boot and shoe manufacturing. It is described by historians as a poor town, sparsely settled and almost wholly agricultural, but having sawmills, potash works and cottage industries such as the making of palm leaf hats. Dairy and berry farming and market gardening were major pursuits in the town.

Hubbardston is located in the hill country of Central Massachusetts bordered by Gardner and Westminster to the northeast, Princeton and Rutland on the southeast. Barre borders on the southwest, and Phillipston and Templeton border on the northwest.

Hubbardston is 19 miles northwest of Worcester and 56 miles northwest of Boston.

Recent News

Town of Hubbardston - Notice of Planning Board Vacancy - Interested Residents Encouraged to Apply

The Select Board, having been notified by the Planning Board of an official vacancy, is seeking interested candidates to fill a position on the Planning Board until the next town election. Interested candidates should apply through the executive…

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Town of Hubbardston Announces Police Chief

Ryan Couture has been appointed the next Chief of Police for the Town of Hubbardston, Massachusetts starting March 1, 2023. Couture has been with the Hubbardston Police Department for twenty years and has served as Interim Police Chief for six…

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Town Of Hubbardston: Clerk Releases 2023 Town Election Calendar - Updated

The Office of the Hubbardston Town Clerk has released the 2023 Town Election Calendar for the Town Election to be held on June 13, 2023. Residents can view the calendar and offices set to be on the ballot here. Updated due to clerical…

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Town Of Hubbardston - Country Hen Scholarship Applications Available Now

The Hubbardston Select Board is now accepting 2023 Country Hen Scholarship applications! The deadline to apply is April 17, 2023. The Country Hen Scholarship was established to provide one or more scholarships to Hubbardston students graduating…

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Town of Hubbardston is Now Hiring - Treasurer Collector

The Town of Hubbardston is seeking a professionally experienced Treasurer/ Collectorwith strong financial acumen and a demonstrated history of efficiency and success working in public and/or municipal organizations. This small, central Massachusetts…

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Town Of Hubbardston: Fiscal Year 2024 - 2028 Financial Forecast

The Town of Hubbardston produces five-year revenue and expense estimates each year, utilizing logical assumptions to forecast future revenue and expenses. This forecast, while useful, is not an exact science and was created using calculations based…

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Town Of Hubbardston - Town Administrator Announces Public Office Hours

Hubbardston Town Administrator Nate Boudreau will hold open public hours every Monday beginning February 6, 2023, from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Come into the Town Hall to speak with Nate about any problems or comments you may have or to say hello and…

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Town Of Hubbardston News - PD Administrative Assistant Nancy Perron Begins New Role As Board of Health and Building License Clerk

PD Administrative Assistant Nancy Perron Begins New Role As Board of Health and Building License Clerk Please join us in welcoming a familiar face to a new role in the town. Beginning earlier this month, Police Department Administrative…

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Town Of Hubbardston News -Congratulations Fire Fighter - EMT James Ares

Congratulations Fire Fighter / EMT James Ares For Recently Being Pinned As Paramedic! The Town of Hubbardston would like to congratulate Fire Fighter / EMT James Ares on his pinning and graduation from the Mount Wachusett Community College…

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Now Hiring - Temporary DPW Truck Driver / Laborer

The Town of Hubbardston is accepting applications for the temporary full-time position of DPW Truck Driver / Laborer. This position has an hourly rate of $20.68 - 23.58 per hour, DOQ. Min. qualifications include: High school diploma or GED CDL…

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Town Of Hubbardston : Town Administrator's Report - December 19,2022

The Town Administrator provides a report to the Select Board at their scheduled meetings to publicly document work completed by the office and highlight specific staff actions. This report is released before each regular meeting as a written…

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Town Of Hubbardston News : Now Hiring - Part Time Assistant Librarian

The Hubbardston Public Library is looking for an Assistant Librarian. You would be responsible for performing basic library services and clerical work in the library. These services would include, but not be limited to, checking items in and out and…

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Town Of Hubbardston News : Introducing Hubbardston's New Veterans Service Officer - LaurenWright

Lauren Wright was interviewed and appointed to the Veteran Service Officer position in late October. Wright serves in the United States Air Force with the Massachusetts Air National Guard in the 102nd Intelligence Wing on Otis Air Force Base,…

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Town Of Hubbardston News : Department of Public Works Releases Public Winter Guidance

The Hubbardston Department of Public Works has released its 2022 - 2023 Public Winter Guidance. This release includes the department's Winter Awareness Flier and Winter Operations Plan, which aims to address department operations for snow and ice…

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Select Board Seeking Residents To Fill Board / Committee Vacancies - Apply Today

The Town of Hubbardston is looking for engaged citizens who want to serve their community. Prior experience is helpful but not expected or required. Training is available for residents who are looking to get involved. Please click here to view a…

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Introducing Hubbardston's New Town Clerk Kristin Foster

Please join us in welcoming Kristin Foster, Hubbardston’s new Town Clerk. Mrs. Foster was interviewed and selected for this position at the end of September, with her first official day on the job being October 11th. Kristin is a mother of…

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Town Of Hubbardston: Introducing Hubbardston's New Town Administrator Nathan Boudreau

The Hubbardston Select Board would like to introduce Hubbardston's new Town Administrator, Nathan Boudreau. Mr. Boudreau was one of several candidates interviewed this fall and was appointed in mid-October. His first official day is today, November…

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Town Of Hubbardston - Now Hiring - Land Use Clerk

The Town of Hubbardston is seeking qualified applicants for the part time position of Land Use Clerk. Under the general direction of the Town Administrator, the Land Use Clerk assists Land Use Departments and the Board of Health with a variety of…

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Town Of Hubbardston : Second Quarter Taxes Are Due November 1, 2022

Second Quarter Taxes are due by November 1, 2022. Payments can be paid in person, mailed or paid online. In person, by check, cash or credit card at the Tax Collectors office located in the Slade Building located at 7 Main Street during regular…

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Town of Hubbardston News - Now Hiring Winter Seasonal Driver/Laborer

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Town Of Hubbardston News - Updated Hours!

Updated Hours! Board of Health, Building, Conservation, Planning & Zoning Board of Appeals Effective Immediately, the Land Use Department has been split into different departments. New department contact information and hours are listed…

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Town Of Hubbardston - Now Hiring Town Clerk

The Town of Hubbardston is seeking qualified applicants for the full- time position (33 hrs. per week) of Town Clerk. Under the general direction of the Town Manager and in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General Law, the Town Clerk…

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Town Of Hubbardston : Help Wanted - Town Custodian

We are looking to add a Town Custodian to our team. This is a part time position of 12 hours a week, three hours per day. A full job description is available by emailing…

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Town Of Hubbardston - Story Time Teller Wanted

Story Time Teller Wanted Hubbardston Public Library The Story time Leader is responsible for preparing a story time for preschoolers on a weekly basis. Story time should incorporate music and dance, a book to be read aloud to the children, and an…

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Town Of Hubbardston - Barn Inspections

Animal Control will be starting barn inspections! Barn inspections for barns with barn animals (horses, cows, goats, etc.) are conducted September through the end of December. Barn inspections are completed to observe animal housing and ensure…

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Town Of Hubbardston Administrator Recruitment

Hubbardston, MA. (pop.4,758) is seeking an enthusiastic, proactive, community oriented leader to serve as its next Town Administrator. The community adopted a strong Town Administrator position through the approval of Chapter 292 of the Acts of…

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Town of Hubbardston - Join Our Team!

Administrative Assistant to the Police Department The Town of Hubbardston is seeking qualified and motivated candidates for the position of Administrative Assistant to the Police Department. The Administrative Assistant provides administrative…

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Town Of Hubbardston : New Virtual Assessor System

To better serve our residents we have implemented a new Virtual Assessor system! This system is up and running and ready to use by clicking on the link below. To reach the Board of Assessors please email [email protected] or utilize the…

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Town Of Hubbardston : 2022 State Primary Election

Location: Hubbardston Center School, 8 Elm Street, Hubbardston MA Date: Tuesday, September 6, 2022 Time: 7:00am-8:00pm Deadline to register to vote: August 27th at 5:00pm State Primary Early Voting: Location: Town Clerks Office, Library…

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Town Of Hubbardston - Volunteers Needed

The Hubbardston Select Board is looking for community volunteers for the following positions: Zoning Board of Appeals Board of Registrars Cable Advisory Committee Capital Improvement Planning Committee (2) Economic Development Committee (2)…

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Town Of Hubbardston : Nason Appointed Interim Town Administrator

The Hubbardston Select Board appointed Sandy Nason to serve as the town's Interim Town Administrator until they hire a permanent executive this fall. Sandy currently serves as the town's Treasurer Collector and has more than 17 years of municipal…

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Town Of Hubbardston News - The Community Preservation Committee is Accepting Applications!

The Community Preservation Committee is accepting applications! The Community Preservation Committee (CPC) is accepting applications for the Fall Town Meeting to be held in November. Project Review Process: - Projects should be referred to the…

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Town Of Hubbardston - Join Our Team

The Town of Hubbardston is currently hiring multiple positions to include; Land Use Coordinator Part Time MART Driver Part-Time Police Officer Full-Time Police Officer For more information or to apply, please CLICK HERE The Town of…

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Town Of Hubbardston News - FY23 Quarter 1 Taxes Are Due August 1, 2022

FY23 Quarter 1 Taxes Are Due August 1! Payments can be paid in person, mailed or paid online. - In person, by check, cash or credit card at the Tax Collectors office located in the Slade Building located at 7 Main Street during regular…

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Town Of Hubbardston : Volunteer to Serve on the Town Administrator Search Committee

The Town of Hubbardston is seeking volunteers to serve on the Town Administrator Search Committee. This committee is charged by the Hubbardston Select Board with reviewing application materials, interviewing candidates, assisting with reference…

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Town Of Hubbardston Police Department HVAC IFB

The Town of Hubbardston Select Board invites written bids from Massachusetts Licensed HVAC contractors to install new HVAC units in the Hubbardston Police Department. See the following Town Website for Bid specifications. Contractors can also…

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Town Of Hubbardston - Chief Perron Retires, SGT Couture Named Interim Chief

The Hubbardston Select Board on Monday accepted the retirement application of Police Chief Dennis Perron, ending more than 16 years of senior-level leadership and service to the Town of Hubbardston. His last day will be July 15, 2022. "Chief…

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Town Of Hubbardston - Seeking Volunteers

The Town of Hubbardston is seeking volunteers for the following elected positions: Board of Health (1) Quabbin Regional School District Committee (1) Finance Committee (2) Housing Authority: (2) Parks Commissioner (2) Please send…

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Town Of Hubbardston - 2021 Annual Report

Click Here To View The Town Of Hubbardston - 2021 Annual Report

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