Celebrating Gospel Music — April 12th
An acclaimed gospel choir will give a “spirited performance” in a public concert at Pilgrim Church in ten days. Read the full article → from Celebrating Gospel Music — April 12th
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“Build a Legacy Through Local Education Funds”
Last month, the Scholarship Advisory Committee announced this year’s application window for scholarships administered by the Town. Now, they are reaching out to the community to seek donations that make the annual opportunity possible. Read the full article → from “Build a Legacy Through Local Education Funds”
Good Friday and Easter services 2026
There are many options in town for readers looking to attend Good Friday and Easter Services. Read the full article → from Good Friday and Easter services 2026
Survey seeks info to help Downtown “Wayfinding” project
Last fall, I shared news that the Town received a $30,000 grant for technical assistance with a downtown Branding & Wayfinding project. This week, the Town issued a Wayfinding survey announcement on its website.
The contracted consultant is seeking feedback by a week from Sunday. Read the full article → from Survey seeks info to help Downtown “Wayfinding” project
“Connecting with SOLF!” Puzzle Challenge
Whether you’re trying to motivate yourself to connect with nature or inspire your family members to explore the outdoors with you, you might want to take part in the “Connecting with SOLF!” challenge.
The Southborough Open Land Foundation is offering prizes for anyone who completes their special hunt for hidden puzzle pieces. The challenge also offers a special prize to the first six to track down all 9 pieces. So get hunting soon! Read the full article → from “Connecting with SOLF!” Puzzle Challenge
Cordaville Hall/Senior Center will be closed on Monday
The Town announced that Cordaville Hall will be closed for the day on Monday, April 6th. The building at 9 Cordaville Road is home to the Southborough Senior Center, plus a few Town departments. Read the full article → from Cordaville Hall/Senior Center will be closed on Monday
On the market this week in Southborough
What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week in Southborough
Letter: Ruined Roads or the Road to Ruin
[Ed note: My Southborough accepts signed letters to the editor submitted by Southborough residents. Letters may be emailed to mysouthborough@gmail.com.
The following letter is from Al Hamilton.] Read the full article → from Letter: Ruined Roads or the Road to Ruin
SYFS Spotlights “Spring Cleaning” & Public Health
In March, I shared news about Southborough Youth & Family Services’ March & April newsletter. At that time, I focused on the March “Spotlights”. Now that it’s April, I want to highlight the initiatives the agency is focusing on this month. Read the full article → from SYFS Spotlights “Spring Cleaning” & Public Health
Understanding Teen Depression — Tuesday
Next week, community members are invited to join a virtual workshop on “Understanding Teen Depression”. The session is geared to helping parents of Northborough and Southborough teens. Read the full article → from Understanding Teen Depression — Tuesday
Obituary: Richard “Dick” Doucette, 71
Richard “Dick” Doucette, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on March 28, 2026, at the age of 71. Read the full article → from Obituary: Richard “Dick” Doucette, 71
ATM Article 17: Updating Industrial Park zoning
For over a year, the Planning Board has been working on zoning updates to attract more business revenue, while still protecting residents and conservation areas from negative impacts.
The result is Annual Town Meeting Article 17. On April 11th, voters will be asked to approve modernized and expanded uses, along with new restrictions, for Southborough’s Industrial Park Zone. Read the full article → from ATM Article 17: Updating Industrial Park zoning
Support the library while enjoying “a better mac & cheese”
Now through the end of April, a Southborough based company is offering the community a chance to support the Southborough Library, while enjoying mac & cheese that is better for their families. Read the full article → from Support the library while enjoying “a better mac & cheese”
Overview of April 11th Annual Town Meeting
The Town’s legislative branch, Town Meeting, will convene a week from Saturday to approve spending, possibly increase budgets, amend local bylaws, and “advise” officials.
I’ll be digging into some of the Warrant Articles leading up to Annual Town Meeting. For now, I’m providing a general overview, including the hot topics on the Warrant most likely to spark debate. Read the full article → from Overview of April 11th Annual Town Meeting