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Commuter rail train from Southborough involved in low-speed crash

on September 15, 2009

A commuter rail train on the Worcester/Framingham line crashed into a bumper at South Station this morning injuring about 20 passengers, the Boston Globe reports. None of the injuries appear to be life threatening. Train number 512 left the Southborough station around 8:03 am today. Any Southborough commuters on board have a first-hand report? Update: Read the full article → from Commuter rail train from Southborough involved in low-speed crash

Help shape the future of Main Street

on September 15, 2009

The town has held a number of public meetings to share information about and get feedback on the reconstruction of Main Street, and the next in the series will be on Thursday night. The town’s first design was rejected by Mass Highway earlier this year. Since then, the town and project engineers Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Read the full article → from Help shape the future of Main Street

Southborough flyover

on September 15, 2009

I happened to be outside yesterday evening taking pictures of the glorious sunset … … when I heard, and then finally saw, these guys overhead: They were so loud, I’m sure the whole town must have heard them. I only wish I had a better lens on my camera at the time. I’m guessing the Read the full article → from Southborough flyover

Children’s room at the library now open

on September 14, 2009

Somehow I went all last week without letting you know that the children’s room at the library is now open once again. It has fresh paint, fresh carpet, and a fresh new layout. The little kids area — complete with the big stuffed bear and moose (or is it a reindeer?) — is now off to Read the full article → from Children’s room at the library now open

Police department will ask voters for a second SUV

on September 14, 2009

A Southborough police cruiser was involved in a minor traffic accident earlier this month at the intersection of Newton and Cross Streets. The cruiser was broadsided after its brakes failed. There were no injuries and both vehicles drove away, but Interim Chief Jane Moran said it could have been “catastrophic” if the brakes had failed Read the full article → from Police department will ask voters for a second SUV

NSPAC presents seminar on college options for special needs kids

on September 14, 2009

The Northborough-Southborough Special Education Parents Advisory Council (NSPAC) will hold a seminar tomorrow night on college and postsecondary options for students with special needs. The event is open to the public. Here are the details: Planning for Success: College and Postsecondary Options for Students with Special Needs Tuesday, September 15, 2009 6:00pm-8:00pm Algonquin Regional High Read the full article → from NSPAC presents seminar on college options for special needs kids

The week in government

on September 14, 2009

There’s a meeting for every day of the week this week. Here’s the list: Monday, September 14 Municipal Technology Committee, 8:30 am @ Town Administrator’s Office, Town House Historical Commission, 7:00 pm @ Historical Museum, 25 Common Street Planning Board, 7:00 pm @ Hearing Room, Town House (agenda) Advisory Committee, 7:30 pm @ Upper Hall, Read the full article → from The week in government

Longtime DPW employee Connie Mauro retires

on September 11, 2009

Today is the last day on the job for DPW Administrative Secretary Connie Mauro. She is retiring after 36 years with the town. The town’s fall newsletter (.pdf) had this tribute to Connie: Connie joined the DPW in 1973 and quickly became a fixture and face of the DPW, as well as John Boland’s right Read the full article → from Longtime DPW employee Connie Mauro retires

Algonquin football season opener on Saturday

on September 11, 2009

The Algonquin football season kicks off on Saturday with a game against St. Peter-Marian in Worcester (map). The game, which takes place in Worcester, was scheduled to start at 1:00 pm, but was pushed back to 2:00 pm to accommodate the ACT exam. For what it’s worth, the Metrowest Daily News picks Algonquin to win Read the full article → from Algonquin football season opener on Saturday

Southborough flu clinic open to all residents

on September 11, 2009

The Southborough Board of Health will hold two flu clinics next month, one for senior citizens and town employees, and another for all town residents ages 19 and older. Town and school employees along with seniors (ages 65 and older) get vaccinated for free. All others pay $15. Note that this is for the season Read the full article → from Southborough flu clinic open to all residents

Get your 2010 transfer station stickers by Sept 15

on September 11, 2009

The blue 2009 transfer station stickers expire next Tuesday, so if you haven’t gotten a new one yet, it’s time to do so. You can purchase stickers online or by mail, but they’ll take 2 to 3 weeks to arrive, so you may want to head on over to the DPW office instead. At the Read the full article → from Get your 2010 transfer station stickers by Sept 15

Why flags are at half staff today and tomorrow

on September 11, 2009

It’s likely you can guess why flags are at half staff today, the eighth anniversary of the September 11 attacks. President Barack Obama ordered them lowered from sunrise to sunset in honor of the 9/11 victims. In Massachusetts, flags will also fly at half staff tomorrow, September 12, in honor of Specialist Jordan M. Shay Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff today and tomorrow

Southborough Catholic churches to host annual picnic

on September 11, 2009

St. Matthew Parish and St. Anne Church are teaming up for family fun on Sunday, September 20 at the Laborers Training Center in Hopkinton (map). The annual picnic will run from 12:30 to 4:00 pm, and will include lunch and an outdoor mass. The price is $10 per person or $20 per family. Tickets are Read the full article → from Southborough Catholic churches to host annual picnic

So you think you can improv? Southborough Players looking for members

on September 10, 2009

The Southborough Players is trying something new this season. They’re forming an improv team that will participate in workshops throughout the fall, culminating in a series of murder mystery performances in November. And they’re looking for actors of all ability levels, from teenagers to adults, to join the improv group. Board of Directors member Mark Read the full article → from So you think you can improv? Southborough Players looking for members

Beth Melo on The week in government (Updated): “Thank you for letting readers know. I’ll update the post.” Sep 10, 11:10

Ellen Marya on The week in government (Updated): “Early in the week, this Thursday’s (9/11) Affordable Housing Trust meeting was moved from the evening to morning due to…” Sep 10, 10:41

Diane Romm on Fall Town Meeting: Neary Roof may (or may not) be on the Warrant: “OMG, after reading this update of what transpired at the meeting, is it any wonder that the citizens of this…” Sep 7, 08:10

Annie Pfaff on Events this week (Updated): “Thank you for sharing about the Kindergroup Open House! Based on the weather forecast, please note that it has been…” Sep 6, 18:15

Al Hamilton on Fall Town Meeting: Neary Roof may (or may not) be on the Warrant: “Beth Thanks for clarifying. There is no question that the roof is in bad shape and needs to be addressed.…” Sep 6, 09:17

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Posts by susan

Commuter rail train from Southborough involved in low-speed crash

Help shape the future of Main Street

Southborough flyover

Children’s room at the library now open

Police department will ask voters for a second SUV

NSPAC presents seminar on college options for special needs kids

The week in government

Longtime DPW employee Connie Mauro retires

Algonquin football season opener on Saturday

Southborough flu clinic open to all residents

Get your 2010 transfer station stickers by Sept 15

Why flags are at half staff today and tomorrow

Southborough Catholic churches to host annual picnic

So you think you can improv? Southborough Players looking for members