Robert Edward Simmons, Jr., age 68, of Wolfeboro, New Hampshire, passed away on February 26, 2026. Read the full article → from Obituary: Robert Edward Simmons, Jr., 68
Obituary: Robert Edward Simmons, Jr., 68
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K of C’s sending District Champs on to Regionals this Saturday
Knights of Columbus is updating readers on the progress of Southborough kids who have successfully been competing in the annual Free Throw tournament for ages 9 – 14. Read the full article → from K of C’s sending District Champs on to Regionals this Saturday
Letter: Counterpoint: Are you being under taxed?
My Southborough accepts signed letters to the editor submitted by Southborough residents. Letters may be emailed to mysouthborough@gmail.com. Read the full article → from Letter: Counterpoint: Are you being under taxed?
Southborough Democratic Caucus — Thursday
Participate in-person or virtually to elect delegates to represent Southborough at the party's state convention in May.
Southborough residents registered as Democrats (aged 16+) are invited to attend/participate in the Southborough Democrats’ hybrid caucus next week. The group will elect delegates to represent our Town at the state convention. Read the full article → from Southborough Democratic Caucus — Thursday
School delayed 2 hrs, again
Friday, March 6, 2026
Southborough Public Schools and Algonquin Regional High School are delayed today. Read the full article → from School delayed 2 hrs, again
Letter: Are you being over taxed?
My Southborough accepts signed letters to the editor submitted by Southborough residents. Letters may be emailed to mysouthborough@gmail.com. Read the full article → from Letter: Are you being over taxed?
Neary Roof & Renovation next steps
Timeline and process, including future building committee and possible Special Town Meeting in the fall. That may include choosing between variations of the two options.
Following up on Monday’s Special Town Meeting (STM), the Select Board & School Committee talked through the timeline for dealing with Neary School’s building issues on Tuesday night. That included a timeline for replacing the roof and process for pursuing a renovation project. Read the full article → from Neary Roof & Renovation next steps
6th annual Library Seed Exchange opens Monday
The Southborough Library is preparing to make seeds available through its annual seed exchange program. Read the full article → from 6th annual Library Seed Exchange opens Monday
School delayed 2 hrs
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Southborough Public Schools and Algonquin Regional High School are delayed today. Read the full article → from School delayed 2 hrs
Art on the Trails opens its 10th Anniversary “Call for Art”
If like me, you’re getting a bit sick of the never-ending snow, you may want to take this chance to visualize the lush green Beals Preserve in summertime.
Organizers for the 2026 Art on the Trails exhibit have already opened up the submission window for their “Call for Art”. Read the full article → from Art on the Trails opens its 10th Anniversary “Call for Art”
Property Tax Relief — Apply by April 1st
The Town issued an "At-A-Glance" table that outlines available exemptions and deferrals on Southborough taxes
A new document issued by the Office of the Assessors demonstrating the many options for Southborough homeowners to get a break on their real estate property taxes. Read the full article → from Property Tax Relief — Apply by April 1st
ARHS Post-Season Update
Basketball falls out of tourneys, but Girls Hockey is still in it to win it!
The regular varsity winter sports season is done. This week, four Algonquin teams, plus other Titans athletes, will be competing in State brackets or championships. Read the full article → from ARHS Post-Season Update
Free Spring Youth Sports Equipment Swap
Rec is seeking volunteers (including middle & high schoolers) to help sort and organize gear and assist "shoppers". And they are asking the community to donate "gently used" sports equipment.
Start cleaning out your closets (or basement/garage). Southborough Recreation is coordinating a “Spring Youth Sports Equipment Swap” next week. Read the full article → from Free Spring Youth Sports Equipment Swap
Special Town Meeting votes for Neary roof & studies; No studies for Finn/Trottier renovations (Updated)
Voters at tonight’s Special Town Meeting on the future of Southborough Schools overwhelmingly voted to fund replacing Neary School’s roof. They also voted to spend $175K to study two options for potential renovation projects for school improvements. The overwhelming majority also voted against spending on other studies for alternative renovations to expand Finn School or Finn and Trottier Middle School. Read the full article → from Special Town Meeting votes for Neary roof & studies; No studies for Finn/Trottier renovations (Updated)