Friday, August 14, 2009

Slow deer

August 14, 2009 04:52:44 PM

Saw this sign while driving along White Bagley Road today. Um, I think they prefer the term intellectually-challenged deer.

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Southborough photographer exhibits at Red Barn Coffee

August 14, 2009 02:45:41 PM

If you’re stopping by Red Barn to pick up a nice iced coffee this summer, be sure to take a few minutes to look at the walls. There you’ll find a collection of photographs by Southborough resident William Short. The subject of the photographs is the landscape of Iceland. Short has a passion for Viking-age […]

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Made in the shade at Woodward

August 14, 2009 12:25:43 PM

During some scorching Southborough summers, I’ve been know to zig zag across the street while out on a walk to find the shadiest route possible. Needless to say, I haven’t had to do that much this summer. But on those few days this summer when shade has been desirable, the kids playing at Woodward have […]

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When should the Transfer Station be open?

August 14, 2009 09:57:24 AM

In the open thread this week, there was a discussion about which days the Transfer Station should be open. Many of you lobbied for additional weekend time, namely Sundays. After their meeting on Tuesday, I asked the selectmen what they thought of the idea. Not surprisingly, the issue comes down to money. Chairman Sal Giorlandino […]

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Firefighters recognized for their years of service

August 14, 2009 07:15:11 AM

At the Board of Selectmen meeting on Tuesday night, Fire Chief John Mauro Jr. handed out service award pins to members of his crew in recognition of their time with the department. He also got to keep one for himself for his 35 years of service. Those with 20 or more years of service are […]

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