This week, the Select Board voted to appoint former Boxborough Fire Chief Paul Fillebrown Jr. to step in as Southborough’s interim Chief when Chief Steven Achilles steps down. (The position is contingent on coming to final contract terms.) Read the full article → from Interim Fire Chief selected
Police & Fire
Residents may be looking at a big tax increase.
Unique drivers this year (including Schools & Public Safety)
It looks like the Town is facing a bigger than usual challenge this year in trying to rein budget increases in. Big drivers for tax increases this year aren’t the same one we have seen in the past couple of years. Read the full article → from Residents may be looking at a big tax increase.
Job listings
SYFS Business Admin, Fire Chief, Firefighter/Paramedic, Police Officer, Equipment Operator/Truck Driver, NSBORO Schools' Director of Instructional Technology and Science, ELD/ESL High School Teacher, Coaches, and more
The Town is promoting a new opening for a full time Business Admin, and working to recruit a replacement for the outgoing Fire Chief, and a firefighter/paramedic.
In looking at the Town’s website, they are also still trying to hire a Police Officer and a driver for DPW. Plus, there are a bunch more listings for jobs in our schools. Read the full article → from Job listings
Willow Street flooded
Access between Willow and Boston Rd/Firmin Ave is temporarily closed
Due to flooding, the Southborough Police are warning drivers to take a different route this morning if they are trying to get to someplace on or via Willow Street. It’s a good reminder to make sure your sump pumps are working! Read the full article → from Willow Street flooded
WCVB: Police search St. Marks School after shotgun shells found (Updated)
Channel 5 News has reported today that State Police were called in after two shotgun shells were found in the school. Read the full article → from WCVB: Police search St. Marks School after shotgun shells found (Updated)
Fire Chief Recruitment Update
As Southborough’s Fire Chief prepares to head to greener pastures in a month, the Town is working on plans to recruit his replacement and an Interim Chief. Read the full article → from Fire Chief Recruitment Update
Police asking for help investigating burglary
A home on MacNeil Drive was broken into while the owners were away. The Southborough Police are asking the public to report anything suspicious they observed between December 14th and January 2nd. Read the full article → from Police asking for help investigating burglary
Aftermath of the storm
This morning, 352 “customers” are still without power in Southborough due to yesterday’s storm. That translates to a lot more people — about 8% of the town. Read the full article → from Aftermath of the storm
Fire Chief resigning
Chief Achilles will take a position for a theme park in Orlando
Southborough’s Fire Chief, Steven Achilles, will be moving south this winter. According to his announcement, after 38 years working in fire and emergency services (4½ of those in Southbrough), he’ll be taking an administrative position. Read the full article → from Fire Chief resigning
Winter parking ban is in effect through March 15th
No parking on the street overnight (or during snowstorms or "ice events").
The annual winter parking ban was approved last night. Read the full article → from Winter parking ban is in effect through March 15th
“Fill a Cruiser” for the Food Pantry – Dec 9
The Southborough Police Association is holding its 3rd annual collection for the holidays
For the third straight year, the Southborough Police Department is holding a collection for the Southborough Food Pantry to help stock them up in time for the holidays. Read the full article → from “Fill a Cruiser” for the Food Pantry – Dec 9
Fire on Flagg Road (Updated)
This afternoon, the Southborough Fire Department and multiple neighboring towns responded to a fire reported at 60 Flagg Road. Read the full article → from Fire on Flagg Road (Updated)
Shop-With-A-Cop
Apply by Dec 13th for kids to participate.
The Southborough Police will again be part of the annual “Shop-With-A-Cop” event. They are encouraging families in need to apply to join them. Read the full article → from Shop-With-A-Cop
Christmas Tree sales
Firefighters will open their annual sale of Christmas trees this weekend, and a local farm is offering "cut your own".
As soon as Thanksgiving is behind us, many residents will want to spruce up their homes for their next big holiday. Here are the options in town. Read the full article → from Christmas Tree sales