The Board of Selectmen support an effort to use Community Preservation Act funds to fix the historic section of the Southborough Library. But they may ask Town Meeting voters to strike the “Preservation” clause from the Historic Preservation Article. Read the full article → from Disagreement between BOS and CPC about “preserving” Southborough Library’s facade
A Southborough Scout has teamed up with Town Rec to launch a new co-ed sport offering for Southborough (and Northborough) middle schoolers. Read the full article → from Boys & Girls Middle School Rugby: Parent info night for new team – March 20
The local paper claims that out of 21 cities and Towns, Southborough was the only one to not respond to the public records requests. Read the full article → from Metrowest Daily News reports Southborough failed to respond to public records request (Updated)
Highlights from last week’s competitions. Read the full article → from Postseason wrap-up: Basketball and Hockey losses; results from Track at Nationals and Gymnastics at New England
John A. Shoucair, 82, of Southborough passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 5, after a period of declining health. Read the full article → from Obituary: John A. Shoucair, 82
Here are some highlights of events in and around Southborough this week. It’s a busy one with new programs launching for Southborough Seniors. Read the full article → from Events this week: Slew of new programs starting for seniors (Crossfit, Bereavement, Ukelele, Singing), plus St. Patrick’s parties, Sleep Workshop, Best Buddies, Puzzle Club, Family Feud & more
A list of board and committee meetings for the week with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government: Planning Board, Advisory, School Committee, and BOS Fire Chief interviews (Updated)
The SPD is accusing a driver of having been under the influence when he crashed into a home on Route 85 “at an extremely high rate of speed”. Read the full article → from Car crashes into Southborough home; driver alleged under the influence
Sorry, I missed sharing it sooner, but sledding at the Farm is on for tonight (without lit up lanes) Read the full article → from Sledding at Chestnut Hill farm this afternoon and evening
Southborough Police issued an update from a December armed robbery. It states that one of two suspects in the crime was arrested, but another previously announced suspect is still at large. Read the full article → from Police still seeking armed burglary suspect; second man arrested
Here is my reminder of events in Southborough this weekend. Read the full article → from Weekend at a Glance: Putt Putt, Superhero Training, kids’ Drama fun, Sally Ride, American Folk concert and more
Between now and Patriots Day, I’m featuring stories of runners donning bibs for a cause. This is the third, with several more to come. Read the full article → from 2019 Marathon: Tim Dalasio representing #ShifStrong to fundraise for ALS ONE
To encourage girls in grades 1 and 2 to give lacrosse a try, the Northborough Southborough league is inviting them to a free clinic this weekend. Read the full article → from Girls Grades 1-2 invited to pick up a stick this Saturday – free LAX clinic
Next Wednesday, seniors can get an early start on celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. Read the full article → from St. Patrick’s Day fun at the Senior Center – Wednesday