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
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
This afternoon, Algonquin students and parents received a “Notice about a recent bias-related incident”. The message informed them of an incident being investigated by the school, after students made them aware of “an image” circulating. Read the full article → from ARHS alerts parents to “bias-related incident” being investigated
A downtown business is promoting a holiday shopping event including “Festive sips” and “Cozy bites”.
A week from tomorrow, Apothecary Artists is holding another special shopping event. This one is marketed as a “Sip & Shop”. In addition to supporting local artists and vendors, the event will include a fundraiser for a local woman recovering from a major surgery. Read the full article → from Sip (mocktails) & Shop downtown next week — Dec 18 (Updated)
The Select Board plans to ask Southborough voters to approve funding 1-3 Feasibility Studies for a school renovation or addition, plus urgently needed work on the Neary School roof.
The ask will be presented at a Special Town Meeting, tentatively scheduled for Saturday, March 7th. If the expense is high enough, Town election voters may also need to approve a ballot measure in May. Read the full article → from School Building Update: Special Town Meeting in March on Study Options and Neary Roof
The annual community church service to offer solace to those who need it during the holiday season will be held a week from tonight. Read the full article → from Churches offer solace for Christmas Blues next Wednesday (Updated)
An organizer for Algonquin Regional High School’s Class of 1976 next reunion asked me to help spread the word. And she’s looking for people to help her get in touch with “Missing Alumni”. Read the full article → from Algonquin’s Class of ’76 50th Reunion is Next Fall
This time of year can be stressful. If you need a little canine companionship, and you don’t have a pup of your own, the Southborough Library wants to help.
Save the date for the library’s next “Therapy Dog” session. The session is (not coincidentally) followed by an opportunity for some kids to read to a dog. Read the full article → from Therapy Dog & Read to a Dog at Library — Dec 18th
In a week, Algonquin will hold its annual holiday music festival with art and treats. While I’m sharing those details, I’ll also highlight a holiday part scheduled right before the event, and remind about other student concerts taking place tonight and in two days. Read the full article → from Student Winter/Holiday Concerts & Party
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
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)
The world became a little dimmer and considerably less fabulous on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, when John Patrick Manning, III, 58, of Cambridge (formerly of Southborough), had his final beauty rest and passed away peacefully in his sleep. Read the full article → from Obituary: John Patrick Manning III, 58
Ned Paul Anderson, 81, of Southborough, Massachusetts, passed away on December 3, 2025 in Raleigh, North Carolina. Read the full article → from Obituary: Ned Paul Anderson, 81
Here are highlights of what’s happening around (or related to) our town this weekend through next. Read the full article → from Events this week