My Southborough

Plans for new live-in special ed & vocational training center

A Southborough developer is launching a new nonprofit facility inside one of his existing buildings on Rte 9

by Beth Melo on February 11, 2026

Above: Plans are in the works to convert a portion of an office building near Madison Place into a Disability Assistance & Vocational Education facility with some boarding students and staff. (images edited from Town GIS map and project application)

This winter, the Planning Board is holding hearings on a proposed facility in Southborough focused on specialized education “providing life-skills instruction, vocational training, and residential accommodations for individuals with disabilities”.

No, it’s not an expansion of New England Center for Children. Read the full article →

Free Skate on Sunday, February 22nd

Southborough Rotary and St. Mark's School teamed up to host two special Open Skate events for the community. The second event is next week. Donations to the Food Pantry are encouraged.

by Beth Melo on February 11, 2026

Southborough Rotary and St. Mark’s School are hosting a second Free Open Skate session this winter. The community is invited to enjoy ice skating with free refreshments a week from Sunday. Read the full article → from Free Skate on Sunday, February 22nd

Update (and Spoiler Alert) on native Olympian Korey Dropkin

Sharing the latest news and some fun social media highlights

by Beth Melo on February 10, 2026

Korey Dropkin at Semifinals from facebook

Spoiler Alert: If you want to watch the exciting Mixed Doubles Curling Finals tonight without knowing the outcome in advance, don’t read this post yet! Read the full article → from Update (and Spoiler Alert) on native Olympian Korey Dropkin

SPD separately arrested two more alleged drunk drivers on Saturday

by Beth Melo on February 10, 2026

The Southborough Police Department issued a press release about two more drivers arrested for alleged drunk driving on Route 9. One is accused of driving 90 mph. The second is accused of crashing into a car that was stopped at a red light on Oak Hill Road. Read the full article → from SPD separately arrested two more alleged drunk drivers on Saturday

Join Animal Adventures at the Library over February Break

by Beth Melo on February 10, 2026

Animal Adventures at the Southborough Library (edited from 2023 Facebook posts)

As always, the Southborough Library is hosting a special children’s program over the public school break to help families make the most of their staycations. Read the full article → from Join Animal Adventures at the Library over February Break

Heritage Chorale’s Pops Concert — Feb 21

by Beth Melo on February 10, 2026

Next week, the Heritage Chorale will entertain with “A Literary Journey” featuring songs from musicals based on stories that moved from “Page to Stage”. Read the full article → from Heritage Chorale’s Pops Concert — Feb 21

Obituary: Maryann T. Lamy, 83

by Beth Melo on February 10, 2026

Maryann T. Lamy passed away on February 5, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Read the full article → from Obituary: Maryann T. Lamy, 83

Town Meeting Details & Registration Reminder (Updated)

Register as a Southborough voter by Feb 20th to vote in March 2nd Special Town Meeting. Plus, more details and my primer on Town Meetings.

by Beth Melo on February 9, 2026

All Southborough voters are invited to vote at the March 2nd Special Town Meeting.

The Town Clerk asked me to remind readers — you need to register to vote in Southborough in advance to participate. I’m sharing those details, along with a primer for voters unfamiliar with how our Town Meetings work. Read the full article → from Town Meeting Details & Registration Reminder (Updated)

The week in sports

Alum Korey Dropkin makes history, ARHS Swim teams finish 4th at West/Central Championships, and more

by Beth Melo on February 9, 2026

Highlights from last week’s competitions and what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from The week in sports

The week in government

Planning Board hearings on zoning changes, School Committee on 2026-2027 School Calendar & revised FY27 Budget, ZBA hearing on 250 Turnpike Rd 40B, and more

by Beth Melo on February 9, 2026

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

Obituary: Robert “Bob” Joseph Galvin, 84

by Beth Melo on February 8, 2026

Robert “Bob” Joseph Galvin passed away on February 2, 2026, after facing several health challenges. To those who knew him, he was a Loving Husband, Father, Son, Grampie, Kiki, and of course, “Bob the Bus Driver.” No matter what name you called him, he was always ready with a smile and a story that could brighten any room. Read the full article → from Obituary: Robert “Bob” Joseph Galvin, 84

Events this week

Wick Choral Festival, Knox Trail 250, NSBORO Music Jamboree, Nature Story Time, Book Bag Decorating, Kids Valentine's Party, and Winter Sow Seed Pickup & Workshop

by Beth Melo on February 6, 2026

Here are event highlights related to the Southborough community tonight through the long weekend. Read the full article → from Events this week

Celebrate local history of Henry Knox Trail this Sunday

by Beth Melo on February 6, 2026

This winter is the 250th Anniversary of a major turning point in the Revolutionary War. Southborough shares a piece of that history, and is included in a regional commemoration of the event this weekend. Read the full article → from Celebrate local history of Henry Knox Trail this Sunday

Library hosting Valentine’s Day fun for kids

This year, it really is a "Valentine's Day" party!

by Beth Melo on February 6, 2026

Next weekend, the Southborough Library is holding its annual, early Valentine’s children’s party. Read the full article → from Library hosting Valentine’s Day fun for kids

Beth Melo on Town Meeting Details & Registration Reminder (Updated): “Thanks for that clarification about Town Meeting Time. I misremembered that and will correct it.” Feb 10, 10:43

Beth Melo on Town Meeting Details & Registration Reminder (Updated): “Whoops – that’s correct” Feb 10, 10:42

Paul Cimino on Town Meeting Details & Registration Reminder (Updated): “As Town Moderator, I am glad that Beth has offered a lot of good information in this post about our…” Feb 10, 10:24

James Eastland on Town Meeting Details & Registration Reminder (Updated): “I suspect you meant to say that the Annual Town Meeting will start at 10am, not 10pm.” Feb 10, 10:11

Mike Pojani on Stand Up Now “with us and Minnesota” — Friday: “Part of my response was deleted! The part asking where all you folks were when Obama deported over a million…” Feb 4, 14:48