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Rabies clinic on Saturday

April 3, 2009 11:47:26 AM

The Board of Heath is offering rabies shots for cats and dogs on Saturday for $10 a pop. The clinic will be held at the DPW building next to the Transfer Station. Bring you cat in a carrier between 2:00 and 3:00 pm, or your dog on a leash between 3:00 and 4:00 pm.
Shots will

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Register for the senior tax work-off program starting Friday

April 2, 2009 09:43:17 AM

Some hours helping out with town projects could earn seniors a break on their property taxes.
The senior tax work-off program sets up qualified seniors with work projects in town departments to earn up to $750 of their property taxes. Seniors must be age 60 or older and be willing to commit to 112 hours of

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Bids solicited for South Union School repairs

January 6, 2009 09:06:00 AM

An elevation from the architect’s plan for South Union School repairs.

The town of Southborough is soliciting bids to repair windows, doors, and masonry at the South Union School which houses the Arts Center and Recreation Department. The work is being funded in part by grants from the Southborough Community Preservation Act. Separately, the Southborough Historical

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Free mental health screening from Southborough Youth & Family Services

December 18, 2008 08:27:00 AM

The holidays can be stressful, especially in this economy. If you’re suffering from persistent anxiety or sadness, consider taking an online self-assessment offered by Southborough Youth & Family Services. It’s free and completely anonymous.
The assessment consists of a self-administered questionnaire. At the end you get an immediate result that can be printed and taken to

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Town to take a closer look at energy use

December 4, 2008 05:55:00 AM

The Board of Selectmen last week approved the formation of a new Energy Management Committee whose charter is to help the town use energy more efficiently and reduce costs. As lots of area towns take a closer look at how they use energy, this seems like a good move.
Committee members include Town Administrator Jean Kitchen,

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The historic South Union School

December 2, 2008 09:00:00 AM

Did you know the South Union School (now the Arts Center) used to house a branch of the local library? Or that it was built in 1912 by well-known architects Cooper and Bailey who built a number of area schools in the early 1900’s? Or that it’s an example of Classical Revival architecture?
The Southborough Historical

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Get your flu shot this week

November 4, 2008 12:21:00 PM

A reminder that the Southborough Board of Health is offering flu shots this week. If you’re a town employee, over 65, or considered “high-risk” you can get your shot on Thursday. The rest of us can get vaccinated on Saturday.
Thursday, November 6, 2008
11:00AM TO 4:00 PM
Senior Center, 9 Cordaville Rd.
For residents 65 years of age

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Seeking Project Friend participants

October 16, 2008 10:46:00 AM

From Southborough Youth and Family Services:
Southborough Youth and Family Services is looking for “Little Friends” to participate in this year’s Project Friend program. Your child will be paired with a “Big Friend,” a volunteer from Algonquin Regional High school, to form a friendship with and spend time with once a week in a supervised setting.

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Financial help available for Southborough residents in need

October 9, 2008 05:19:00 AM

We all know the economy is tough right now. If you’re a Southborough resident who needs some financial assistance, you have options. The Southborough Trust Fund Commission is looking to give out as much as $15,000 in grants to help residents pay home heating, oil, medical, or other one-time expenses. To apply for a grant,

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Southborough Board of Health offers Flu Clinics

September 29, 2008 08:40:00 AM

Last week I posted about gearing up for flu season. The Southborough Board of Health is doing its part by offering two flu clinics in November, one for high risk residents and residents 65 and older, and one for all Southborough residents age 19 and older. Here are the details:
Thursday, November 6, 2008
11:00AM TO 4:00

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Sign up for fall/winter recreation

September 8, 2008 08:16:00 AM

Day trips, sports for tots, horseback riding, yoga, fitness programs, and more. Check it all out in the fall/winter recreation schedule (PDF). More information and online registration at the Recreation website.

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Get your new dump stickers by 9/15

September 4, 2008 07:53:00 PM

Don’t forget to get your new (blue) dump stickers by 9/15. You can purchase them online at the Treasurer Office website or in person at the DPW office.

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Trust fund help for those in need

September 3, 2008 07:47:00 AM

From MetroWest Daily News:
“The town Trust Fund Committee and finance director met last night with the Board of Selectmen to discuss its outreach efforts to help residents having trouble making ends meet.” Full story

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New cable access facilitator

August 27, 2008 07:15:00 PM

From the Southborough Cable TV Committee:
“The Cable TV Committee has hired a part-time Cable Access Facilitator to take responsibility for coordinating and facilitating public access for Southborough Residents. Lou D’Amico started in this position in July and has been working quickly towards a number of initiatives, including the recording and broadcasting of Board of

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