A driver is being charged with three violations related to crashing into a Southborough home off of Framingham Road. Read the full article → from Alcohol not a factor in crash/fire
Alcohol not a factor in crash/fire
Charities/Making a difference
GoFundMe for family displaced by Saturday morning fire caused by car crash
A Southborough family lost its home on Saturday morning as a result of a terrible accident. Community members are contributing to a fundraiser to help them cope. Read the full article → from GoFundMe for family displaced by Saturday morning fire caused by car crash
Red Apples for the holidays are due by Dec 19
Red Apples are donations made to the Southborough Community Fund in the name of a teacher or school staff member. Read the full article → from Red Apples for the holidays are due by Dec 19
More Than Just The Buzz! Restoring native pollinations systems – Wednesday night
The public is invited to a presentation on restoring habitats friendly to “at risk” native pollinators and simple ways to help. Read the full article → from More Than Just The Buzz! Restoring native pollinations systems – Wednesday night
SYFS: Fuel Assistance, Thanks for giving, Programs on Listening and Communication, and more
Southborough Youth and Family Services asked me to let readers know about news in their December newsletter. Read the full article → from SYFS: Fuel Assistance, Thanks for giving, Programs on Listening and Communication, and more
Suicide Prevention: Free training on “Question, Persuade, and Refer” method – upcoming dates (Updated)
Southborough Youth & Family Services is offering more free suicide prevention training. Read the full article → from Suicide Prevention: Free training on “Question, Persuade, and Refer” method – upcoming dates (Updated)
Resident Roundup: Skating, Marching, and Running
Recently, I received press releases about three Southborough residents/natives involved in noteworthy performances/fundraisers. I’m rounding them up. Read the full article → from Resident Roundup: Skating, Marching, and Running
Rotary seeking support to send more Foldscopes to Ecuador
Rotary members have donated over 100 paper microscopes to inspire students to explore science in Ecuador. They are hoping the community will help them send more. Read the full article → from Rotary seeking support to send more Foldscopes to Ecuador
Holiday Gift collection drives in Southborough (Updated)
I’ve put together a list of the gift drive collections in town this holiday season. Read the full article → from Holiday Gift collection drives in Southborough (Updated)
Buy “Pretzels for Presents” to help Shriner’s Children’s Hospital patients
Across the country today, people are celebrating Giving Tuesday. It’s always a great excuse to update you on two Southborough teens who continue to embody the spirit of the day. It also gives you a chance to double your “giving”. Read the full article → from Buy “Pretzels for Presents” to help Shriner’s Children’s Hospital patients
Southborough Firefighters collecting for Project Just Because
The Southborough Firefighter Department asked me to advertise it’s annual holiday gift collection drive. Read the full article → from Southborough Firefighters collecting for Project Just Because
Southborough Gardeners ask for contributions to annual Wreath program
For decades, Southborough Gardeners have decorated the Town for the holidays. They’re asking the community to pitch in to make it possible again this year. Read the full article → from Southborough Gardeners ask for contributions to annual Wreath program
Winter Gear Swap: Donate through Friday for Swap this Sunday
If you donate your old, gently used winter outerwear now through Friday, you can take part in a special swap this Sunday to gear infants, kids and teens up for the winter. Read the full article → from Winter Gear Swap: Donate through Friday for Swap this Sunday
The Bargain Box is open
Southborough’s volunteer-run consignment shop is open this fall and boasting a great collection on display. Read the full article → from The Bargain Box is open