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
Announcements
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
Senior Center newsletter for November/December now available
The Senior Center has a busy holiday season planned, and you can read all about it in their recently-released November/December newsletter. Read the full article → from Senior Center newsletter for November/December now available
Upcoming programs from the Recreation Department: Swimming, skating, and more
The Recreation Department says it still has space in some of its upcoming programs for both adults and kids. Here’s a list of what’s coming up. Read the full article → from Upcoming programs from the Recreation Department: Swimming, skating, and more
Registration now open for the Recreation After-school Program (RAP)
Registration opened this week for Session 2 of the popular Recreation After-school Program (RAP). Age-appropriate programs ranging from art to sports to cooking to games are offered at each of the four Southborough schools. Read the full article → from Registration now open for the Recreation After-school Program (RAP)
Troop drive organizers thank community for support
Southborough resident Lisa Braccio said when she held her first care package drive in 2005 to benefit troops overseas, she never dreamed she would still be at it 16 drives later. But she is, and she and co-organizer Debbie Depp Wilson sent along these words of thanks to those who contributed to their latest drive held this past weekend at the Senior Center. Read the full article → from Troop drive organizers thank community for support
Wednesday is the last day to register to vote before the Presidential Election
Voter turnout in Southborough for the 2008 Presidential Election was 85%. It remains to be seen if we’ll get close to that number this year, but if you’re planning on voting and you’re not yet registered, Wednesday is your last day to do so. Read the full article → from Wednesday is the last day to register to vote before the Presidential Election
Why flags are at half staff today: Tuesday, October 16
Flags in Southborough and across the nation are flying at half staff today in honor of former US Senator Arlen Specter. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff today: Tuesday, October 16
Singers invited to join Messiah chorus for annual concert
The annual Messiah concert at Pilgrim Church is a holiday tradition many Southborough residents look forward to each year. Rehearsals for the concert start later this month, and the Messiah Community Chorus has put out a call for members to join the group. Read the full article → from Singers invited to join Messiah chorus for annual concert
Registration for Southborough Youth Basketball open through October 15
Southborough Youth Basketball welcomes girls and boys of all abilities in grades 1 through 8 to sign up for the town basketball league. The program runs from mid-November through late February or early March. Read the full article → from Registration for Southborough Youth Basketball open through October 15
Where to find recent comments
The comments have been flying fast and furious on the blog this week, and keeping up with the conversation hasn’t been easy. In an attempt to help, I’ve created a new page that provides links to the most recent 25 comments. Read the full article → from Where to find recent comments
The Heritage Day road race has been canceled
The Southborough Rotary Club announced today it was forced to cancel its annual Heritage Day road race scheduled for Sunday, October 7, due to low pre-race registration. This year was to be the 36th annual running of the Heritage Day 5K. All proceeds from the race were to benefit the Southborough Food Pantry and Rotary International’s effort to eradicate polio. Read the full article → from The Heritage Day road race has been canceled
Bargain Box to open for the fall season on Thursday
Fall is upon us, and that means its Bargain Box time again. The consignment/used clothing store run by St. Mark’s Church offers clothes and accessories for women, men, and kids. The shop is open only twice a year — for a few weeks each in the fall and again in the spring. Read the full article → from Bargain Box to open for the fall season on Thursday
Southborough seniors and town employees can get flu shots on Thursday
The Southborough Board of Health is sponsoring a flu clinic for seniors and town employees on Thursday, September 27. Read the full article → from Southborough seniors and town employees can get flu shots on Thursday