Here’s a list of what’s open and what’s not around town over the Thanksgiving holiday. Note that like last year the Transfer Station will be closed on both Thursday and Friday but open normal hours on Saturday, and the Library will be closed starting Thursday through the whole weekend. Read the full article → from What’s open and what’s not over the Thanksgiving holiday
Announcements
Southorough business owners: Get listed in the 3rd Annual My Southborough Shop Local Guide
The Shop Local Guide has become an annual tradition here on My Southborough, and it’s always a hit with readers. The guide is intended to help Southborough businesses promote what they have to offer, while at the same time helping Southborough residents check items off their holiday to-do lists. Read the full article → from Southorough business owners: Get listed in the 3rd Annual My Southborough Shop Local Guide
Friends of the Southborough Library looking for a lawyer to help them get non-profit status
The Friends of the Southborough Library has stepped up its game this year with new leaders, a re-engergized membership, and a renewed focus on its mission to help provide valuable library services to the community. As part of their renewed effort, the Friends want to achieve 501(3)(c) non-profit status, and they’re looking for help. Read the full article → from Friends of the Southborough Library looking for a lawyer to help them get non-profit status
Why flags are at half staff today: Wednesday, November 14
Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff today in honor of former Congressman Joseph D. Early. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff today: Wednesday, November 14
PHOTOS: Scouts collect 9,500 pounds of food during weekend drive
The shelves at the Southborough Food Pantry were looking pretty bare last week, but not anymore. Southborough scouts collected nearly 9,500 pounds of food during their annual Scouting for Food drive on Saturday. Read the full article → from PHOTOS: Scouts collect 9,500 pounds of food during weekend drive
Don’t forget to put out your Scouting for Food bag on Saturday morning
Saturday is the annual Scouting for Food drive, the biggest food drive of the year for the Southborough Food Pantry. Please watch for scouts out collecting donations as you drive around on Saturday morning, and of course, don’t forget to but out your bag. Read the full article → from Don’t forget to put out your Scouting for Food bag on Saturday morning
Reminder: Donations for hurricane victims accepted until Tuesday at noon (UPDATED)
Here’s the latest update from the group of Southborough moms who are collecting items to send to the community of Toms River, New Jersey, which was devastated by Hurricane Sandy one week ago today. Donations need to be in by tomorrow at noon. Read the full article → from Reminder: Donations for hurricane victims accepted until Tuesday at noon (UPDATED)
Annual Scouting for Food drive kicks off on Saturday
Look for your Scouting for Food donation bag hanging on your mailbox this weekend. Here’s more information on the annual drive, which is the largest of the year for the Southborough Food Pantry. Read the full article → from Annual Scouting for Food drive kicks off on Saturday
What to do with your leftover Halloween candy (besides eat it)
I made the mistake this year of buying Halloween candy I really like. That means I need to get the extras out of the house pronto. Luckily I know just how to get rid of it. Read the full article → from What to do with your leftover Halloween candy (besides eat it)
Southborough Montessori school invites parents to open house on Thursday
If you’re thinking about preschool options for this year or next, consider attending an open house at Southborough’s Montessori Children’s House on Thursday. Read the full article → from Southborough Montessori school invites parents to open house on Thursday
Tuesday updates: Hurricane Sandy (UPDATED)
Yesterday was a wild one in Southborough as Hurricane Sandy blew through town. I’m told winds gusted as high as 46 mph at the Fire Station on Main Street, but could have been even stronger in other parts of town. Read the full article → from Tuesday updates: Hurricane Sandy (UPDATED)
Who to call for help during and after Hurricane Sandy
Exactly what Hurricane Sandy delivers in terms of rain and wind remains to be seen, but in the event you need assistance during or after the storm, here are some numbers that might help. Read the full article → from Who to call for help during and after Hurricane Sandy
Breaking news: Southborough schools canceled tomorrow
Superintendent of Schools Charles Gobron just announced that school in Southborough and Northborough will be closed tomorrow, Monday, October 29 due to the impending storm. “This decision has been made in conjunction with public safety officials in both Northborough and Southborough. We will update you on further developments as the storm progresses,” Gobron said in Read the full article → from Breaking news: Southborough schools canceled tomorrow
Southborough officials urge residents to be prepared for a “major impact” from Hurricane Sandy
Chairman of the Board of Selectmen John Rooney issued a statement on Friday night urging residents to take the threat of Hurricane Sandy seriously. While the path of the storm is still uncertain, Rooney said the town should be ready for a major impact. Read the full article → from Southborough officials urge residents to be prepared for a “major impact” from Hurricane Sandy