Normally when I write about Neal Aspesi, it means the Director of Southborough Emergency Management has issued a warning related to weather forecasts in our town. This time the news about him and his efforts to help a community far from our Southborough’s borders. Read the full article → from Southborough Emergency Management director responds to storm relief in Puerto Rico
Southborough Recreation and Public Works heads teamed up with Southborough Access Media to give the public an update on the Fayville Playground rebuild. Read the full article → from Fayville Playground taking longer than expected: Play available in Oct/Nov; grand opening next spring
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)
Once again, the Southborough Cultural Arts Council is again in desperate need for volunteers. They are looking for some fresh blood and/or – by my reading – return of some old blood. Read the full article → from Got Culture? SCAC needs you (Learn more at info night – Sept 19) (Updated)
The Southborough Historical Society’s cataloging effort has borne fruit again. This one is the discovery of 17th century documents centering around the Nipmuc tribe in our region. Read the full article → from Historical Society reveals “priceless” historical documents of “Smithsonian” quality
Last night, members of the area’s interfaith community gathered outside of the Southborough Library. The gathering was a vigil for peace. Read the full article → from Peace vigil held downtown on Sunday
A group of Southborough parents is asking the community to chip in on efforts to reopen and enhance the playground at Harold E. Fay Memorial Field. Read the full article → from Parents raising money to enhance and complete Fayville Playground
The Greater Worcester Community Foundation asked me to help them get the word out. They are accepting a new round of grant proposals from organizations that serve our region. Read the full article → from Grants available for serving Greater Worcester Community – apply by September 15
Southborough Wicked Local reported that Universal Promise is in the running for a big match on donations to the cause. The charity was founded by Southborough native Martha Cummings, who hopes her old hometown will support the effort. Read the full article → from SWL: Southborough native seeking help to win matching grant and deliver on “Universal Promise”
Without the school lunch program, some families need extra support from the Southborough Food Pantry in the summer. Read the full article → from Don’t forget the Food Pantry this summer
Nonprofits or Town organizations looking to make a difference in our town can apply for a grant from the Southborough Community Fund. Read the full article → from Southborough Community Fund accepting new grant applications
All Southborough Girl Scouts are invited to a community service event on Saturday, June 17th. The girls will be making blankets for children living in a local shelter. Read the full article → from Reminder: Girl Scouts invited to make blankets for homeless children – Saturday
Two other Southborough linked schools have held graduation ceremonies. And with most graduates planning to attend college, it’s time to follow up on local scholarships. Read the full article → from Class of 2017: Scholarships and more graduates
Last week, the Board of Selectmen appointed eight of nine members to a new Public Safety Building Committee. The board is still seeking one more member with relevant construction experience.
At the same meeting, selectmen discussed the annual expiration of appointed board and committee terms on June 30th. Read the full article → from Town volunteer vacancies: ZBA Alternate, Public Safety Building (with construction experience), Open Space, and 7 more committees