[This post is part of a special guest series focused on appreciating nature in Southborough, contributed by the Southborough Open Land Foundation (SOLF), a non-profit dedicated to preserving and stewarding natural resources here in town.] Read the full article → from SOLF Presents: Orange Hobnail Canker
Malcolm W. Foster, Jr., 79, of Waterville Valley, New Hampshire, formerly of Southborough, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Read the full article → from Obituary: Malcolm “Mac” W. Foster, Jr., 79
Here are my highlights from Algonquin varsity sports competitions last week and the schedule for this week.
Algonquin Boys and Girls Swim teams are still undefeated seven meets into the season. 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
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 (Updated – Again)
The Southborough Police Department issued a press release on arrests made for alleged prostitution activity at a “local hotel”. Read the full article → from SPD announces arrests for alleged prostitution and drug possession
The Southborough Library is organizing another “Puzzle Competition” this month. Pre-registration is required for the free event. Read the full article → from Winter Puzzle Competition at the Library
An organizing member of “Stand Up Now (SUN)” asked me to share an announcement with readers about the Southborough-based “pro-democracy group” and upcoming events it is holding “to respond to anti-democratic action and extremist rhetoric”.
One event, a monthly public demonstration with flags and “polite” signs in keeping wit the cause, is taking place in town this afternoon. Read the full article → from Stand Up Now: Demonstration Today & Upcoming Events
Southborough Recreation and the Southborough Police Department are offering free fun and “community connection” with kids in grades 5 to 8. The events will use “Hoops” to draw kids in. Read the full article → from Reminder: Free Winter Hoops with the SPD for 5th – 8th graders
The cast of Southborough junior high students will be putting on the junior version of “High School Musical” this month. Read the full article → from Save the Dates for Trottier’s “High School Musical Jr”
What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week in Southborough
A follow up on the Transfer Station Fire includes a public warning about lithium batteries. Read the full article → from Follow up on Hopper Fire & Lithium Battery Warning
The Southborough Teachers Association announced they are again offering two scholarships to high school seniors graduating this year. Read the full article → from Apply for scholarships from Southborough Teachers Association
Two items addressed in last night’s Select Board meeting will get some readers excited — especially residents who have been clamoring for more shopping and restaurant options in town. And while I’m sharing those updates, I’ll add other relevant updates.
The meeting included a progress update on a future Costco. Members also approved licenses for owners of two local Mexican restaurants to open a third location in Southborough. Read the full article → from Retail & Restaurant Update (Updated)