Southborough had a mini-spike in confirmed cases of Covid-19 confirmed last week. Six new cases were reported, and four of them were aged 19 or younger. Read the full article → from Covid Update: Four people under the age of 20 confirmed infected last week (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: Chestnut Hill Farm at Planning & Conservation; Rec on lighting projects; School Committee budget priorities
Sign up for virtual yoga classes on Thursday evenings. Read the full article → from Yoga at Home – virtual classes
Owen “Jake” J. Williams, 89, of Clinton and formerly of Southborough and Marlborough died unexpectedly but peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Sunday, September 20, 2020. Read the full article → from Obituary: Owen “Jake” J. Williams, 89
What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week in Southborough
The Southborough Board of Health is holding a Flu Clinic this weekend. Read the full article → from Flu Clinic on Saturday – A few slots available for students
Earlier this week, I shared that The Trustees of Reservations is selling tickets to Fall Fun on the Farm each Sunday through early November. It appears that the Board of Selectmen are less than thrilled with the idea. Selectmen expressed concern about reduced free access to the Chestnut Hill Farm property for Southborough residents. Public access is an issue that the Conservation Commission has also flagged. Read the full article → from Tensions between TTOR and Town over access to Chestnut Hill Farm; Conservation meeting Tuesday
The APTO is bringing the Uhlman’s ice cream truck to Algonquin teachers and staff this week. They are looking for community support. Read the full article → from APTO collecting to treat ARHS teachers & staff
A Southborough Girl Scout troop is running a collection drive for Abby’s House in Worcester. They will be collecting cleaning supplies, kitchenware supplies and more. Read the full article → from Collection drive for Abby’s House
The Southborough Historical Society is launching a project to document the history of houses for the next generation of homeowners . To that end, they are looking for residents to share the info they have on their old homes. Read the full article → from SHS is encouraging residents to help document historic homes
The Rotary Club is working with Main Street Bank to maximize support for camp scholarships for Southborough residents. The support is expected to be needed more than ever in our community next summer. Read the full article → from Rotary seeking “Cash for Camperships” – some donations matched by Main Street Bank today
The annual Pumpkin Stroll won’t be held this year, but I invite you to send in pics of your creative carvings. Read the full article → from Pumpkin Stroll cancelled – send your gourd pics here
A Southborough resident is holding a special drive to collect clothing, books, and art supplies for Bournewood Hospital. Read the full article → from Collection drive for psychiatric patients
Chestnut Hill Farm is promoting that if you enjoyed past Harvest Fests, you’ll enjoy coming out to the farm on Sundays this fall. Read the full article → from Chestnut Hill offering Fall Fun at the Farm each Sunday (Updated)