At least one school in town already lost it’s main power. Read the full article → from Southborough’s storm: Power outages begin, gusts up to 54mph expected, 2-3″ of rain, and 1-2″ (or 11″) of snow
Announcements
Pull papers for Town Election by March 16th (Updated)
If you’re interested in running for Town Office, you have just over two more weeks to pull nomination papers. Read the full article → from Pull papers for Town Election by March 16th (Updated)
40B window is open – SHOPC volunteer(s) needed to help with proactive affordability plan
The Town is again vulnerable to unwelcome development projects under 40B laws according to SHOPC’s Vice Chair. Read the full article → from 40B window is open – SHOPC volunteer(s) needed to help with proactive affordability plan
Police seek help IDing package thief
Police shared on Facebook the link to this video capturing the alleged theft of packages from a Southborough resident’s doorstep. Read the full article → from Police seek help IDing package thief
SHOPC lacks quorum: Volunteer needed to help with housing opportunities – like the over 55 bylaw
The Town committee charged with promoting and facilitating affordable housing has been unable to meet this winter. And that won’t change until they get at least one more volunteer. Read the full article → from SHOPC lacks quorum: Volunteer needed to help with housing opportunities – like the over 55 bylaw
Snow Day – February 7, 2018 (Updated)
The call went out. Northborough and Southborough Public Schools are cancelled for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 6th. Read the full article → from Snow Day – February 7, 2018 (Updated)
Project Friend: Seeking both Mentors (grades 7 – adults) and Friends in need of mentoring (K-12)
SYFS is preparing for another season of Project Friend. The mentoring program pairs younger and older “Friends” to help build positive meaningful relationships. Read the full article → from Project Friend: Seeking both Mentors (grades 7 – adults) and Friends in need of mentoring (K-12)
Clear your calendar: March 15th is UNscheduled
Southborough Youth and Family Services has announced the annual NON-event of the year, Southborough UNscheduled. The goal is to help families reconnect in an era of over-scheduling and electronic distractions. Read the full article → from Clear your calendar: March 15th is UNscheduled
Library: Trade “love” for amnesty this month
The Southborough Library is again asking patrons love the Library. But, it seems to me, staff is really asking you to join them in showing love for the Southborough Food Pantry. Read the full article → from Library: Trade “love” for amnesty this month
Potential for a rush-hour “Flash Freeze” tomorrow morning
Southborough Emergency Management shared a weather alert. It includes a warning of potentially hazardous conditions during tomorrow morning’s commute time. Read the full article → from Potential for a rush-hour “Flash Freeze” tomorrow morning
Stress Management classes for 4th-12th grade students and parents of younger kids (Updated)
Southborough Youth and Family Services is holding more free Stress Management classes. Read the full article → from Stress Management classes for 4th-12th grade students and parents of younger kids (Updated)
Seeking counselors for summer Rec camp
I’m overdue in sharing this summer job posting for teens. The good news is that applications are still being accepted for another 7 weeks. Read the full article → from Seeking counselors for summer Rec camp
Meet the candidate: Quentin Palfrey for Lt. Gov – February 1st
One of the candidates for Lt. Governor is a former hometown boy. He’ll be returning to town this week to talk to Town Democrats and potential voters. Read the full article → from Meet the candidate: Quentin Palfrey for Lt. Gov – February 1st
Spring Softball: Register by January 31st for Early Bird rate
Northborough-Southborough Softball Association is promoting early bird registration for the spring season. Read the full article → from Spring Softball: Register by January 31st for Early Bird rate