Announcements Archives - Page 146 of 166

Youth and Family Services needs your help to send kids to summer camp

by susan on April 5, 2013

For nearly 30 years, Southborough Youth and Family Services has operated a summer camp for middle school children. After a round of budget cuts a few years ago, they lost town funding for the program, but continued to operate thanks the generous support of local businesses, community groups, and the Friends of the Southborough Youth Commission. This year, the donations were not enough, and SYFS made the difficult decision to cancel the camp program. Read the full article → from Youth and Family Services needs your help to send kids to summer camp

Register now for fall NSYFCA football and cheer programs

by susan on March 29, 2013

It may be difficult to start thinking about next fall when it doesn’t even quite feel like spring yet, but now is the time to get your kids signed up for the Northborough Southborough Youth Football & Cheer Association fall 2013 season. Read the full article → from Register now for fall NSYFCA football and cheer programs

Southborough committee encourages residents to get a free home energy assessment

by susan on March 29, 2013

Did heating bills get you down this winter? Maybe it’s time to have a professional assess just how energy efficient (or not) your home is. The Southborough Green Technology and Recycling Committee asked me to pass along information about a free state program that will help you do just that. Read the full article → from Southborough committee encourages residents to get a free home energy assessment

Nominations sought for ‘Go the Distance’ awards

by susan on March 29, 2013

Has someone made a difference in the life of your special needs child? Nominate them for a Go the Distance Award. Here’s more information from the Northborough-Southborough Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Read the full article → from Nominations sought for ‘Go the Distance’ awards

Dog owners: Time to get a new license for your pet

by susan on March 21, 2013

If you own a dog in Southborough and it’s more than six months old, you need to get a license for it each year. Licenses for the current year expire at the end of the month, so now’s the time to get a new one. Read the full article → from Dog owners: Time to get a new license for your pet

I interrupt this blog for an important announcement (you’ll want to read this, trust me)

by susan on March 21, 2013

I’m going to cut to the chase on this one, no beating around the bush. After 4-1/2 years of being “the blog lady,” I’ve come to the difficult decision that it’s time to retire my post here at the blog. I have truly loved being the voice behind My Southborough, but the time has come for me to pursue other interests Read the full article → from I interrupt this blog for an important announcement (you’ll want to read this, trust me)

Library amnesty program runs through the end of the month

by susan on March 20, 2013

Now is the time to gather up library items that may have overstayed their welcome at your house. Through the end of the month, the Southborough Public Library will forgive fines for overdue materials in exchange for a donation to the Southborough Food Pantry. Read the full article → from Library amnesty program runs through the end of the month

Job opening: Part-time administrative assistant for the Southborough Recreation Department

by susan on March 15, 2013

The Town of Southborough seeks applicants for a part-time [no benefits] position in the Recreation Department. Read the full article → from Job opening: Part-time administrative assistant for the Southborough Recreation Department

Southborough Montessori school invites parents to an open house on Friday

by susan on March 12, 2013

If you’re thinking about preschool options for next year and want to learn more about a Montessori approach, consider attending an open house at Southborough’s Montessori Children’s House on Friday. Read the full article → from Southborough Montessori school invites parents to an open house on Friday

Event sponsors needed for Southborough’s 23rd annual Earth Day clean up event

by susan on March 7, 2013

Southborough’s 23rd Annual Earth Day Clean up event will take place this year on Saturday, April 27. The Southborough Rotary Club, which organizes the event, is looking for sponsors to help out. Read the full article → from Event sponsors needed for Southborough’s 23rd annual Earth Day clean up event

Prepare to do nothing: Southborough Unscheduled is Thursday night

by susan on March 6, 2013

Thursday night is Southborough Unscheduled. The kids (in theory) have no homework. You (in theory) have no meetings or commitments. It’s a night dedicated to family time. Read the full article → from Prepare to do nothing: Southborough Unscheduled is Thursday night

How much snow will we get, Southborough?

by susan on March 6, 2013

As I’m sure you’ve heard, snow is coming. It’s expected to be a wet, heavy snow, but the weather folks say there are still too many variables to know for sure just how much we’ll get. Read the full article → from How much snow will we get, Southborough?

Ready for more snow, Southborough?

by susan on February 22, 2013

When it comes to snowfall, this winter has been feast or famine. We had next to no snow for the first half of the season, but now we’re looking at our third significant snowstorm in as many weekends. This latest storm promises anywhere from 6 to 14 inches in our area depending on which forecast you subscribe to. Read the full article → from Ready for more snow, Southborough?

Why flags are at half staff today: Tuesday, February 19, 2013

by susan on February 19, 2013

Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff today in honor of Lieutenant Colonel Michael J. Greene. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff today: Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Hitendra Patel on BOH bans convenience store sales of nicotine pouches: “Hello Beth We have all permits at my store for products we sell and we don’t sell flavors. I did…” Aug 14, 11:23

Beth Melo on BOH bans convenience store sales of nicotine pouches: “It was the only business specifically mentioned in the meeting. The Tobacco Control Manager said most of the businesses with…” Aug 14, 08:25

John Kendall on BOH bans convenience store sales of nicotine pouches: “Cordaville Market, formerly known as Fitzy’s, is the only business mentioned. What about the others?” Aug 13, 20:15

Patricia Burns Fiore on Southborough teen launches ice cream business: “Congratulations to this young ice cream entrepreneur! I visited Connor last weekend. Personally, I highly recommend the salted caramel pretzel…” Aug 12, 21:32

Diane Romm on Southborough teen launches ice cream business: “My son’s absolute favorite kind of ice cream. Thank you for sharing and we’ll visit Conner soon. Can’t wait!” Aug 7, 10:11