On the market this week in Southborough
What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week in Southborough
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Affordable Home Lottery
A deed-restricted affordable home in Southborough is back on the market. That means that it is being sold “below market rate” at a discounted price “for income-eligible households”. There are no bidding wars. Instead, qualified buyers can enter a lottery this month for the opportunity to buy the home. Read the full article → from Affordable Home Lottery
Planning taking new stab at MBTA zoning while asking for some relief
At the same time as it seeks relief from the state, the Planning Board is heading back to the drawing board for mapping an MBTA zoning overlay area within a ½ mile of the train station. They will be promoting a new mapping session and looking for impacted residents’ input. Read the full article → from Planning taking new stab at MBTA zoning while asking for some relief
Town Election is Tuesday: Info on who is seeking your votes (Updated)
Southborough’s annual election is five days from today. I’m reminding readers of the details and sharing links to the information they need for deciding between five candidates running for 3 seats on our ballot. Read the full article → from Town Election is Tuesday: Info on who is seeking your votes (Updated)
Heritage Chorale Spring Concert – May 19
Here is another community chorus with Southborough members that is performing this spring. The Heritage Chorale will be performing works based on poetry. Read the full article → from Heritage Chorale Spring Concert – May 19
The Art of Storytelling classes
A resident Moth StorySLAM winner is holding classes this spring to teach “The Art of Storytelling”. Read the full article → from The Art of Storytelling classes
Open discussion thread
The open discussion thread is your place to ask questions, sound off on town issues, or share information with other readers. Read the full article → from Open discussion thread
Troop 92 Golf Open – June 1st
Last spring, a Southborough BSA Troop launched an invitational golf tournament. This spring, they are issuing a public invite to what is now dubbed the annual “Boy Scout Troop 92 Southborough Golf Open” Read the full article → from Troop 92 Golf Open – June 1st
AVM to sing Brahms’ German Requiem this Saturday
This Saturday, Assabet Valley Mastersingers will perform “A German Requiem” by Johannes Brahms on the Algonquin stage. Read the full article → from AVM to sing Brahms’ German Requiem this Saturday
The week in sports
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
The week in government
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
Obituary: Christopher M. Whitman, 76
Christopher M. Whitman, 76, of Marlborough and formerly of Southborough, died Thursday, May 2, 2024, at Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital in Bedford, MA. Read the full article → from Obituary: Christopher M. Whitman, 76
St. Mark’s Church Clock and Bell Tower Dedication – Thursday (Updated)
Now that the restoration work made possible by Southborough CPA funds is complete, the church is inviting the community to a celebration this week to rededicate the historic tower. Read the full article → from St. Mark’s Church Clock and Bell Tower Dedication – Thursday (Updated)
Candidate’s Letter: Joe Palmer for Select Board
[Editor’s note: This spring, Southborough voters will be able to choose among two candidates for one seat on the Select Board. To help you make that decision, each candidate is invited to submit one letter to readers promoting their campaign.] Read the full article → from Candidate’s Letter: Joe Palmer for Select Board