Oversize Teapot Art — March 21st
The Southborough Library is holding an Alice in Wonderland inspired crafting event for teens and adults ages 12 and older. Read the full article → from Oversize Teapot Art — March 21st
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More cooking with the Library this spring
The Southborough Library has another virtual cooking lesson scheduled this month, and more lined up this spring. While I’m sharing that news, I’ll also remind about the scheduled cookbooks that will serve as the recipe source for the monthly meetings of the Cook Book Club this spring.
Here are more details on what the library is dishing up. Read the full article → from More cooking with the Library this spring
Save Dates and Sign Up for Easter Celebrations
Two community events invite kids to hunt for candy-filled eggs and visit with the Easter Bunny. A third focuses on the religious holiday. Read the full article → from Save Dates and Sign Up for Easter Celebrations
Town Election Update
There’s nothing significant to report since I last covered the upcoming annual Town election. This is just a quick reminder that the deadline to file papers is two weeks from today. Read the full article → from Town Election Update
Select Board and State Legislators discuss fiscal challenges & support
State Senator Jamie Eldridge and State Representative Kate Donaghue joined the Southborough Select Board on March 3rd. The board was looking for an update on the state budget outlook, local aid, and issues affecting our town. But the main purpose was clearly to seek support for short and long term efforts to help reduce Southborough property tax bills.
Select Board members discussed needs for more consistent road maintenance funding, studying regionalization of Fire Departments, stalled legislation to increase tax/PILOT payments from non-profits, and more. Read the full article → from Select Board and State Legislators discuss fiscal challenges & support
Reminder Henry Knox Trail Talk in Southborough — Sunday
The Historical Commission has partnered with the Historical Society to hold an event commemorating the 250th anniversary of an historical event and the story of a 99 year old landmark. Read the full article → from Reminder Henry Knox Trail Talk in Southborough — Sunday
SPD announces more arrests over weekend for alleged drunk driving
The Southborough Police Department issued a press release about three drivers arrested in Southborough over the weekend. All are accused of driving under the influence of alcohol. None of the suspects were Southborough residents. Read the full article → from SPD announces more arrests over weekend for alleged drunk driving
Post-Season Wrap-up
Highlights from last week’s competitions and what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from Post-Season Wrap-up
The week in government (Updated-again)
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-again)
Obituary: Robert Edward Simmons, Jr., 68
Robert Edward Simmons, Jr., age 68, of Wolfeboro, New Hampshire, passed away on February 26, 2026. Read the full article → from Obituary: Robert Edward Simmons, Jr., 68
Events this week (Updated)
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)
ARHS’ Little Women — March 12 & 13
On two nights next week, the public is invited to spend 50 minutes with the “timeless” sisters — Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy March. The Algonquin winter play “Little Women” will be performed on the school’s small stage. Read the full article → from ARHS’ Little Women — March 12 & 13
Letter: Counterpoint: Are you being under taxed?
My Southborough accepts signed letters to the editor submitted by Southborough residents. Letters may be emailed to mysouthborough@gmail.com. Read the full article → from Letter: Counterpoint: Are you being under taxed?
Southborough Democratic Caucus — Thursday
Southborough residents registered as Democrats (aged 16+) are invited to attend/participate in the Southborough Democrats’ hybrid caucus next week. The group will elect delegates to represent our Town at the state convention. Read the full article → from Southborough Democratic Caucus — Thursday