The Southborough Police Department is holding it’s popular Junior Police Academy this summer. Register before it’s too late. Read the full article → from 17th Southborough Junior Police Academy registration is open – so act quickly!
Announcements
Roadwork update: Route 30 west work beginning tonight (Updated)

The good news is that our roads are getting repaired. The bad news is that we need to expect delays while the work is done. Read the full article → from Roadwork update: Route 30 west work beginning tonight (Updated)
Handyman program for seniors (more volunteers needed)

The Southborough Senior Center coordinates a volunteer Handyman Program for resident seniors. Read the full article → from Handyman program for seniors (more volunteers needed)
Scholarship announcements from Southborough Gardeners and Rotary Club
Two local organizations asked me to share news on recent awards they granted. Read the full article → from Scholarship announcements from Southborough Gardeners and Rotary Club
Soccer registration and tryouts

September seems eons away. But it isn’t that long for the organizers of youth soccer teams. They need families to start registering now for league play in the fall. Read the full article → from Soccer registration and tryouts
Chestnut Hill Farm launching CSA in June (and farm stand this summer!)

I’m excited to share that starting this summer, you’ll be able to buy hometown grown fresh produce in town. (Finally or again, depending on how long you’ve lived here!) Read the full article → from Chestnut Hill Farm launching CSA in June (and farm stand this summer!)
Memorial Day observances this weekend (Updated)

Here is the information you need to observe Memorial Day in Southborough. Events begin with the annual flag placement in the rural cemetery Friday night. Read the full article → from Memorial Day observances this weekend (Updated)
Open for Business: Free resources for small business owners/enrepreneurs – May 20 launch

Next week, the Economic Development Committee is sponsoring an event for small business owners and entrepreneurs. (Or even those just thinking about launching a business.) Read the full article → from Open for Business: Free resources for small business owners/enrepreneurs – May 20 launch
Vacancies: ZBA, Municipal Technology, and many more
It’s time to talk about vacancies in our town government again. Volunteering for a Town committee is a great way to participate in our community. Read the full article → from Vacancies: ZBA, Municipal Technology, and many more
Another stranger incident: Approach at neighboring athletic field (Updated)
I don’t want to be an alarmist. But you may have noticed a lot of coverage lately of strangers approaching children (including a suspicious approach in town and even alleged abduction attempts in towns like Fall River.)
The latest local news comes from Hopkinton Youth Soccer. They report a stranger approaching a child by the port-a-potties at the Fruit Street Athletic complex. Read the full article → from Another stranger incident: Approach at neighboring athletic field (Updated)
Garage sale for Nepal – May 9

One 10 year old in town is doing her part to help victims of the earthquake in Nepal. Read the full article → from Garage sale for Nepal – May 9
SYFS promoting Mental Health awareness

Southborough Youth and Family Services is taking Mental Health Awareness Month seriously. They are reaching out in hopes of helping those that struggle with issues, including depression. Read the full article → from SYFS promoting Mental Health awareness
Help ‘Stamp out Hunger’ on Saturday, May 9

Next Saturday, Southborough postal carriers are once again taking part in the nation’s largest single-day food drive. Read the full article → from Help ‘Stamp out Hunger’ on Saturday, May 9
Has someone made a difference to your special needs child? Nominations for ‘Go the Distance’ awards due Saturday
On Thursday, May 14, 2012, the Northborough/Southborough Special Education Parent Advisory Council (NSPAC) will host its fifth annual Go the Distance Award ceremonies. Read the full article → from Has someone made a difference to your special needs child? Nominations for ‘Go the Distance’ awards due Saturday