The high winds have led to outages across town, impacting traffic lights, and at least two “impassible” roadways. Read the full article → from Winds cause outages and blocked roadways
Winds cause outages and blocked roadways
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Letter: Continued Concerns about the Neary Project
[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 Amelia Braun.] Read the full article → from Letter: Continued Concerns about the Neary Project
Neighbors For Peace express support for Southborough’s Jewish community
An organizer from Southborough’s Neighbors for Peace group asked me to share a message with readers. Read the full article → from Neighbors For Peace express support for Southborough’s Jewish community
SPD reminders: Internet Safety Transaction zone & Winter parking ban
I’m sharing a couple of important seasonal reminders that the Southborough Police posted on Facebook over the past week. Read the full article → from SPD reminders: Internet Safety Transaction zone & Winter parking ban
School Building Project Update: February Special Town Meeting (Updated – again)
Updated: The meeting is moved to March 2nd
Over the past week, two key committees cast votes related to the Town’s plans for dealing with school building needs. Here are the highlights. Read the full article → from School Building Project Update: February Special Town Meeting (Updated – again)
Holiday Lights Contest: Voting is open and Interactive Map available
It’s time to use Southbrough Recreation’s interactive map to drive by some great holiday light/decorations in town, then vote for your favorites! Read the full article → from Holiday Lights Contest: Voting is open and Interactive Map available
Southborough Public Safety brings Christmas joy to community (Updated)
"Shop with a Cop" for kids and helping Santa ride his sleigh through town
Members of Southborough Police and Fire departments have been embracing and spreading the spirit of Christmas this month. Read the full article → from Southborough Public Safety brings Christmas joy to community (Updated)
2026 NSBORO Story Bridge
Aspiring storytellers in the NSBORO community are invited to apply to take part in the district's 4th annual program. Participants will learn how to tell their stories for a public showcase.
The Northborough-Southborough Public Schools are seeking community members interested in participating in the district’s third annual “Story Bridge”. Applicants will be selected to participate in meetings to prepare them to tell stories from their own lives on stage this spring. Read the full article → from 2026 NSBORO Story Bridge
The week in sports
Algonquin winter sports is off to a stellar start. Read the full article → from The week in sports
Complete the 2025 Southborough Resident “Satisfaction” survey
The Town is seeking important feedback from residents by December 31st. Input could impact decisions made for Town budgets, and Articles brought to Town Meeting voters.
Let Town officials know how you feel about services and resources, and what you would like to see prioritized. Plus, weigh in on whether/how the town should review government structure (Town Meeting, elected vs. appointed board roles, etc.) Read the full article → from Complete the 2025 Southborough Resident “Satisfaction” survey
The week in government (Updated)
Select Board on Neary/school project next steps; Regional School Committee preliminary budget and "Incidents of Hate and Bias"; and more
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 (Updated)
It’s time to book NSBORO Preschool screenings (Updated)
The district’s integrated preschool screening for the next school year is January 16th. Appointments are required. Read the full article → from It’s time to book NSBORO Preschool screenings (Updated)
Developers hope to build 60 rental units on Southville Road
The two 3 story buildings would exceed what voters were told was viable on the undeveloped 4 acre parcel
In this week’s Planning Board meeting, members heard from developers proposing the first large development under Southborough’s MBTA Communities Zoning bylaw voters passed last fall. Read the full article → from Developers hope to build 60 rental units on Southville Road
Reminder: Register your holiday lights/outdoor decor by Monday
Rec is holding a 2nd annual House Decorating contest and asking community to provide info for a map of "festive houses" worth driving by
I’m reminding readers that this Monday is the deadline to put your home on the decorated homes map. Even if you don’t think you’d win a contest — If you invested time (or money) in putting up a display that you’re proud of, make sure community members know where to find you!
And if you think you may have an award-worth display, make sure to register in time to win those bragging rights and a prize. Read the full article → from Reminder: Register your holiday lights/outdoor decor by Monday