Kristi Key+FollowShrewsbury mum’s tragic loss sparks urgent call for better cancer screeningA Shrewsbury family is grieving after Kerry Pugh, 48, died from cervical cancer that could have been cured if her hospital smear test hadn’t been misread. The hospital has admitted its mistake, acknowledging that a 15-month delay in diagnosis cost Kerry her life. Her husband, Stephen, is now urging everyone not to delay screenings and to push for answers if symptoms persist. Kerry’s story is a heartbreaking reminder of how crucial early detection and accurate testing are. How can we ensure this doesn’t happen to anyone else in our community? #Health #BodyHealth #Shrewsbury40Share
Cassandra Snyder+FollowBeavers make a wild comeback in ShrewsburyAfter 400 years, beavers are thriving again in Shrewsbury’s Old River Bed! Conservationists released Bertie and Beryl earlier this year, and now they’ve welcomed their first kit. Locals and visitors have played a huge part by respecting the beavers’ space, showing how community support and careful planning can revive lost wildlife. Beavers aren’t just cute—they’re ecosystem engineers, improving water quality and creating habitats for other species. Seeing them settle in so well is a real win for local biodiversity. What other species would you love to see return to our area? #Pets #Shrewsbury #BeaverReturn00Share
smithjonathan+FollowShrewsbury teacher runs Boston for her dadCarly Williams, a fifth-grade teacher at Sherwood Middle School, is about to take on her first-ever Boston Marathon—running every mile for her father, Tim, a beloved local math teacher battling kidney cancer. Training with the support of her boyfriend and a coach, Carly’s journey is about more than fitness; it’s about hope, family, and giving back. She’s aiming to raise $12,000 for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and invites everyone to join her fundraiser at Jack’s Abby Brewery. Stories like this remind us how powerful community support can be. Who else has found strength in tough times through family or neighbors? #News #Shrewsbury #BostonMarathon20Share
