An elevation from the architect’s plan for South Union School repairs. The town of Southborough is soliciting bids to repair windows, doors, and masonry at the South Union School which houses the Arts Center and Recreation Department. The work is being funded in part by grants from the Southborough Community Preservation Act. Separately, the Southborough Read the full article → from Bids solicited for South Union School repairs
The annual town census form showed up in my mailbox this week, and yours should arrive soon if it hasn’t already. Massachusetts law (Chapter 51 Section 4) requires towns to create an annual street listing of residents which is used to help maintain an accurate voting list, among other things. You’re asked to review the Read the full article → from Don’t forget to return your town census form
On Saturday a Middleborough man died when he fell through the ice while skating at a local pond. Yesterday, two teens were trapped on the ice on the Assabet River in Northborough. Which means this message bears repeating: stay off the ice. According to the Southborough Fire Department, none of the bodies of water in Read the full article → from Reminder: Stay off the ice
While I admitted I had concerns about whether there was enough Southborough news to sustain a blog when I started it in 2008, I no longer suffer such fears. 2009 is shaping up to be an eventful year. Here’s just a taste of what’s to come. Southborough will get a new police chief, and Algonquin Read the full article → from Welcome to 2009!
After a two-week break, things get rolling again this week. There are a number of committee meetings scheduled, including a Board of Selectmen meeting on Tuesday. Among other topics, the board will discuss the recruitment process for Southborough’s new police chief. Monday, January 5 Municipal Facilities Committee, 6:30 pm @ Fire Station, 21 Main St. Read the full article → from The week in town government
A 21 year-old Southborough man was transported to UMass Medical Center after the car he was driving crashed into trees on Parkerville Road just north of Skylar Drive (map). The accident occurred around 4:30 pm today. Firefighters used the Jaws of Life to free the man. No information was available on the cause of the Read the full article → from Serious accident today on Parkerville Road
Southborough students Amanda Hubley (gymnastics), Mitch Moore (hockey), Alex Keegan (hockey), and basketball players Theresa Logan, Sam Friday, and Jen Ballen all had notable performances for Algonquin this week. Meanwhile, three Algonquin football players were named Division East all-stars. QB Mike Vulcano, defensive lineman Graham Henningson, and wide receiver Brian Bachand (all Northborough residents) were Read the full article → from Algonquin sports wrap-up
Photo courtesy of the Southborough Fire Department A snow plow caught fire this morning on Route 495 South at Simarano Drive. The Southborough Fire Department responded and extinguished the fire within minutes. There were no injuries, but the truck sustained heavy damage. Up to two lanes were closed during the incident and traffic was slow Read the full article → from One less snow plow on the roads
A fall day on Breakneck Hill conservation land. One of my favorite Southborough images from 2008. When I started this blog a few months ago, I have to admit I wondered if there would be enough Southborough-specific news to sustain it. Turns out I needn’t have worried. Here’s a look at some of the big Read the full article → from The year in review
The Sidell family was presented with the Community Service Award by Family Service. (Photo from the Boston.com) Quotes from Southborough-related stories in the local media. “I feel like it’s the right decision and I ‘m excited to get back to the basics.” -Southborough resident Carol Venie, co-owner of the non-profit store Graceful Stitches in Medfield Read the full article → from Southborough in the news
Heading into Boston to celebrate First Night on Wednesday? A late train has been added to schedule, so you can stay for the fireworks and still make it home on the commuter rail. The last train on the Framingham/Worcester line is scheduled to leave South Station at 1:00 am and will make all stops, including Read the full article → from Late train for First Night revelers
Packing away the ornaments and unstringing the lights is your job, but get your tree to the curb and the Boy Scouts will do the rest. The Scouts will pick up trees on the next two Saturdays – January 3rd and 10th. You can make an appointment by sending email to troop1trees@gmail.com. Include your name, Read the full article → from Undecking the halls: Boy Scouts offer tree removal
Here are some highlights from Algonquin Principal Ned Gallagher’s December Principal’s Report: Freshman social studies classes held a mock town meeting as part of a unit on local and state government. They debated whether the town of Northborough should build a wind turbine at Algonquin. Read an account of the event in the Metrowest Daily Read the full article → from Notes from Algonquin
Registration for the spring 2009 baseball and softball seasons is now open. Sign up by December 31 for an early bird discount. Registration runs through February, but spaces are limited and a late fee is assessed after January 15. Programs are available for boys and girls aged 5-16. For more information and to register, visit Read the full article → from Youth baseball and softball registration open