Southborough’s playground on Central Street is due to reopen later this year. Read the full article → from A look at the future of Fayville Playground
A look at the future of Fayville Playground
Announcements
US Navy offers adventures for high school students: Camp for high achievers and STEM program
The US Naval Academy is looking for future leaders to participate in two summer camp programs. And they are reaching out to our town. Read the full article → from US Navy offers adventures for high school students: Camp for high achievers and STEM program
Southborough’s Municipal Aggregation plan: Hearing and Comments due – March 22
It’s something you may have voted on or never even heard about. But sometime this year, your power supplier is likely to change. Read the full article → from Southborough’s Municipal Aggregation plan: Hearing and Comments due – March 22
School Delay: March 15, 2017 (Updated)
Looks like school will be delayed in Southborough (and Northborough) Wednesday morning. Read the full article → from School Delay: March 15, 2017 (Updated)
Update on the storm and closings: 12-14″ of heavier & wetter snow, wind gusts to 50 mph
I have some more closings to share. (Though, none are exactly breaking news.) And Southborough Emergency Management has issued another update on our Town’s outlook. (Spoiler, it’s not good news.) Read the full article → from Update on the storm and closings: 12-14″ of heavier & wetter snow, wind gusts to 50 mph
No school tomorrow: March 14, 2017
Southborough Public Schools and Algonquin Regional High School are cancelled for Tuesday. Read the full article → from No school tomorrow: March 14, 2017
Prepare for the big storm
I mocked the groundhog as being wrong a few weeks ago on the blog. (It certainly seemed like spring was coming.) Now Mother Nature’s the one laughing. Read the full article → from Prepare for the big storm
Public recreation grants available – Apply to the Choate Fund by March 31st
Have a public recreation project you think deserves funding? Applications for Choate Fund Recreation Grants are now being accepted for 2017. Read the full article → from Public recreation grants available – Apply to the Choate Fund by March 31st
Your input counts: Seeking immediate feedback on Town Meetings
The Town Meeting Review Committee is seeking voter feedback. And they’re hoping to get it before this week’s Special Town Meeting. (Though, they will continue to collect after.) Read the full article → from Your input counts: Seeking immediate feedback on Town Meetings
Special Olympics events this weekend: Polar Plunge fundraiser, Basketball Tournament, and more
Special Olympics of Massachusetts is looking to take over the Boroughs for the weekend. The community is invited to take an icy plunge, cheer on young ballers, and/or enjoy a mexican meal all while supporting the charity. Read the full article → from Special Olympics events this weekend: Polar Plunge fundraiser, Basketball Tournament, and more
Special Town Meeting (March 8): Register now for babysitting; Prepare to start on time (and, hopefully vote quicker)
A week from tonight marks the second Special Town Meeting Southborough is holding in less than 6 months. The Town is going to great lengths to avoid some of the issues from the last meeting.
The main focus – getting next Wednesday’s meeting started on time and moving along efficiently. Read the full article → from Special Town Meeting (March 8): Register now for babysitting; Prepare to start on time (and, hopefully vote quicker)
Long Cadillac invites local charities to apply for $10,000 grant
This charitable grant is planned as part of the 90th anniversary celebration. Read the full article → from Long Cadillac invites local charities to apply for $10,000 grant
Southborough job listings: Temporary work at Harvard Book Depository
I received another posting for a job available in Southborough. Read the full article → from Southborough job listings: Temporary work at Harvard Book Depository
Town seeks babysitters (paid or volunteer) for Town Meetings – March 8th & ATM
Southborough Recreation is seeking experienced babysitters, high school age and up. They’d like volunteers, but are willing to pay. Read the full article → from Town seeks babysitters (paid or volunteer) for Town Meetings – March 8th & ATM