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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.

by Beth Melo on

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

Native plant seed cleaning – this Saturday & next

This month OSPC is holding "Seed Cleaning Workshops" to support native pollinators.

by Beth Melo on

The Open Space Preservation Commission (OSPC) is inviting the public to join them at their fun “Seed Cleaning Workshops” this month.

Volunteers will prepare seeds from native plants to be sown later this winter. No experience is needed to take part. The first session is this weekend. Read the full article → from Native plant seed cleaning – this Saturday & next

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.

by Beth Melo on

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

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

by Beth Melo on

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

by Beth Melo on

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

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