Peter J Martin Jr., 76, died peacefully and surrounded by his family at Salem Hospital on July 24, 2026. Read the full article →
Obituary: Peter J Martin Jr., 76
August 12th Hearing on appeal for Southborough History & Arts Center’s Occupancy Permit
The ZBA will hear Southborough Historical Society's appeal of the Building Commissioner's (and Planning Board's) decisions to not extend the temporary permit this spring, or grant a permanent one.
Next week, the Zoning Board of Appeals will open a hearing on an appeal filed by the the Southborough Historical Society (SHS). The society is seeking an Occupancy Permit for its Southborough History & Arts Center (SHAC) in the restored and renovated Fayville Hall. Read the full article → from August 12th Hearing on appeal for Southborough History & Arts Center’s Occupancy Permit
Magic and laughs at the Library — Tuesday
Ed Popielarczyk is bringing his magic - and laughter - back to the Library next week
A week from today, magician Ed Popielarczyk is returning to the Southborough Library to tickle kids’ funny bones again. Read the full article → from Magic and laughs at the Library — Tuesday
The Food Pantry needs support this summer
Without the school lunch program, some families need extra support from the Southborough Food Pantry in the summer. Read the full article → from The Food Pantry needs support this summer
Public Forum on proposed changes for multi-family zoning — Next Wednesday
The ZBA is seeking to amend the bylaws for seeking special permits for two-family homes. The public can learn more (and weigh in) on August 12th.
The Zoning Board of Appeals is hoping that interested members of the public will join them for a forum a week from tonight. The focus is a zoning revision that members hope to get approved at the Special Town Meeting in October. Read the full article → from Public Forum on proposed changes for multi-family zoning — Next Wednesday
Southborough & School Merch Fundraiser for SOS
Order items by August 11th to get items at the start of the school year.
SOS (Southborough Organization for Schools) promoting another clothing and accessories sale. The fundraiser again taps into school and town pride. Plus, a new collection capitalizes on a recent media sensation. Read the full article → from Southborough & School Merch Fundraiser for SOS
Job listings
Entry-Level Firefighter/Paramedic; More school jobs
I received another posting of jobs available in Southborough. Read the full article → from Job listings
ARHS’ Youth Field Hockey Clinic — August 27th
A one afternoon program for girls entering grades 5 – 8
Reminder — Algonquin’s varsity Field Hockey team is putting on a clinic for girls this month. Read the full article → from ARHS’ Youth Field Hockey Clinic — August 27th
State Primary primer
In less than a month, voters will choose who they want to run for state offices on the November general election ballot.
I’m sharing info on important deadlines, who is on the ballots in our town, plus potential issues that some Southborough voters who selected Vote by Mail may need to straighten out. (Especially college students and residents with multiple/seasonal homes.) Read the full article → from State Primary primer
Algonquin Youth Soccer Clinic — August 17–20
ARHS varsity Girls team and coaches will a morning camp for grades 1-6
Algonquin Girls Soccer putting on a youth clinic for grades 1-8. It will take place four mornings this month. Read the full article → from Algonquin Youth Soccer Clinic — August 17–20
Obituary: David “Dave” Bernhardt Anderson, 77
David “Dave” Anderson, of Natick, formerly of Southborough, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2026, with his loving family by his side. Read the full article → from Obituary: David “Dave” Bernhardt Anderson, 77
Reach out Now to Sponsor the 20th Annual Gobble Wobble
Only sponsors confirmed by September 1st will be included on the Thanksgiving Day run/walk shirts
In June, I posted about Friends of Southborough Recreation’s call for sponsors of the upcoming 20th annual Gobble Wobble. Even though Thanksgiving seems eons away, there’s an important deadline I want to remind readers of.
Potential sponsors who want to make the most of the opportunity, need to reach out this month. Only sponsors finalized by September 1st will be listed on the special shirts being ordered for this year’s participants. Read the full article → from Reach out Now to Sponsor the 20th Annual Gobble Wobble
Obituary: Marjorie A. McAuliffe, 91
[Editor’s Note: I want to highlight that the visiting hours and funeral are this morning.] Marjorie A. McAuliffe, 91, of Columbia, TN, and formerly a long-time resident of Southborough, MA passed away peacefully on Monday, July 27, 2026. Read the full article → from Obituary: Marjorie A. McAuliffe, 91
The week in government (Updated)
CPC, Stewardship, Advisory, Elementary School Building Committee, and Personnel Board meetings
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)