Last month, the Scholarship Advisory Committee announced this year’s application window for scholarships administered by the Town. Now, they are reaching out to the community to seek donations that make the annual opportunity possible. Read the full article → from “Build a Legacy Through Local Education Funds”
News
Survey seeks info to help Downtown “Wayfinding” project
Help determine the kinds of signage needed to help visitors navigate downtown destinations
Last fall, I shared news that the Town received a $30,000 grant for technical assistance with a downtown Branding & Wayfinding project. This week, the Town issued a Wayfinding survey announcement on its website.
The contracted consultant is seeking feedback by a week from Sunday. Read the full article → from Survey seeks info to help Downtown “Wayfinding” project
Letter: Ruined Roads or the Road to Ruin
[Ed note: My Southborough accepts signed letters to the editor submitted by Southborough residents. Letters may be emailed to mysouthborough@gmail.com.
The following letter is from Al Hamilton.] Read the full article → from Letter: Ruined Roads or the Road to Ruin
SYFS Spotlights “Spring Cleaning” & Public Health (Updated)
In March, I shared news about Southborough Youth & Family Services’ March & April newsletter. At that time, I focused on the March “Spotlights”. Now that it’s April, I want to highlight the initiatives the agency is focusing on this month. Read the full article → from SYFS Spotlights “Spring Cleaning” & Public Health (Updated)
Understanding Teen Depression — Tuesday
Next week, community members are invited to join a virtual workshop on “Understanding Teen Depression”. The session is geared to helping parents of Northborough and Southborough teens. Read the full article → from Understanding Teen Depression — Tuesday
Obituary: Richard “Dick” Doucette, 71
Richard “Dick” Doucette, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on March 28, 2026, at the age of 71. Read the full article → from Obituary: Richard “Dick” Doucette, 71
ATM Article 17: Updating Industrial Park zoning
A look at the proposed modernized uses and new protections
For over a year, the Planning Board has been working on zoning updates to attract more business revenue, while still protecting residents and conservation areas from negative impacts.
The result is Annual Town Meeting Article 17. On April 11th, voters will be asked to approve modernized and expanded uses, along with new restrictions, for Southborough’s Industrial Park Zone. Read the full article → from ATM Article 17: Updating Industrial Park zoning
Support the library while enjoying “a better mac & cheese”
A Southborough family-owned business is offering a special promotional fundraiser through April.
Now through the end of April, a Southborough based company is offering the community a chance to support the Southborough Library, while enjoying mac & cheese that is better for their families. Read the full article → from Support the library while enjoying “a better mac & cheese”
Overview of April 11th Annual Town Meeting (Updated)
Zoning Articles, Trottier roof, $25M for road & sidewalks fund, and more
The Town’s legislative branch, Town Meeting, will convene a week from Saturday to approve spending, possibly increase budgets, amend local bylaws, and “advise” officials.
I’ll be digging into some of the Warrant Articles leading up to Annual Town Meeting. For now, I’m providing a general overview, including the hot topics on the Warrant most likely to spark debate. Read the full article → from Overview of April 11th Annual Town Meeting (Updated)
Southborough Mom Opens “Concierge-Style” Dental Studio Just 8 Minutes from Town Center
[The following information was sponsored by by Innova Smiles)
You’ve likely seen Dr. Ambereen Fatima at school drop-offs or the library — she has been a Southborough resident since 2018 and is a proud mom of two in our local schools.
After practicing as a Dentist for over 13 years in MA, she recently launched a new passion project just over the border: Innova Smiles, a modern dental studio designed to bring a “high-tech, high-touch” experience to MetroWest families. Read the full article → from Southborough Mom Opens “Concierge-Style” Dental Studio Just 8 Minutes from Town Center
The week in ARHS sports
The three Titans teams that kicked off their seasons last week had a rough or uneven start. Let’s hope for better success for the five teams competing in season openers this week. Read the full article → from The week in ARHS sports
Construction at 4 crosswalks starting today
The project encompasses two spots on Main St, one on Rte 85, and one on Richards Rd.
Construction work is taking place this week for flashing beacons to be installed (or replaced) at crosswalks around town this spring. Read the full article → from Construction at 4 crosswalks starting today
The week in government
Planning hearing on zoning for Data Centers special permits; Select Board & School Committee voting to appoint members to new Elementary School Building Committee
Here is a selection of the committee and board meetings for the week along with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government
CA: Finn rallied around educator facing ultra-rare form of cancer
The Community Advocate covered the story of a woman who was working in Finn School’s PreK while struggling with “an ultra-rare cancer”. This month, she visited the school to show her appreciation for how school staff rallied to support her. Read the full article → from CA: Finn rallied around educator facing ultra-rare form of cancer