A look at the latest data for the Town and schools. Read the full article → from Covid update: Cases in Southborough schools, Town still red (Updated – again)
Government
US Census 2020: Today is the last day to be counted
Town and state officials are urging residents who aren’t yet counted to act now. Read the full article → from US Census 2020: Today is the last day to be counted
Halloween Hikes under a full moon – register now (Updated – Again)
If Trick or Treating isn’t your bag this year, the Southborough Stewardship Committee is offering an alternative way to celebrate Halloween. Read the full article → from Halloween Hikes under a full moon – register now (Updated – Again)
Town explains water bill increases mainly due to increased usage
It looks like some big water bills from last quarter have triggered questions and complaints. The Town has posted an explanation. Read the full article → from Town explains water bill increases mainly due to increased usage
Early voting: In person starts Saturday, early ballots delivered, and what’s on the ballot (Updated)
With the early polls about to open and ballots due to hit mailboxes soon, it’s time to look at what choices voters in town are being asked to make. Read the full article → from Early voting: In person starts Saturday, early ballots delivered, and what’s on the ballot (Updated)
Southborough encouraging safe Trick or Treating
Southborough’s Board of Health is encouraging the public to follow the health and safety guidance issued by the state – which allows for trick or treating while following some safety tips. Read the full article → from Southborough encouraging safe Trick or Treating
The week in government: School Committee and more
Here is a selection of the committee and board meetings for the week along with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government: School Committee and more
Planning Board hearings on Mooney Field and Tennis Court lighting – October 19
The long awaited public hearings on lighting for two Recreational facilities will open next week. Read the full article → from Planning Board hearings on Mooney Field and Tennis Court lighting – October 19
Covid Update: Free tests and latest school data
Before heading into the long weekend, I wanted to post an update on the Covid infections in Southborough. Read the full article → from Covid Update: Free tests and latest school data
Hearings on 29 proposed Shade Tree removals: What’s on the chopping block (Updated)
Next week, the Planning Board will hold two hearings next week on 29 trees slated for potential removal. Read the full article → from Hearings on 29 proposed Shade Tree removals: What’s on the chopping block (Updated)
ALS Weekend: Saturday through Monday at the Southborough Golf Club
This weekend is the Town’s second annual fundraiser for ALS One. Read the full article → from ALS Weekend: Saturday through Monday at the Southborough Golf Club
Storm leaves the Southborough Library, Town House and many households without power (Updated-Again)
is still showing 7 outages in town impacting 43 customers. Two of those customers are the Southborough Library and the Town House. Read the full article → from Storm leaves the Southborough Library, Town House and many households without power (Updated-Again)
Hazard Mitigation: Town designated MVP; Hear about Southborough’s plan next week
Next week, the public is invited to “Learn more about Southborough’s hazard mitigation and resiliency planning under the state’s Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. Read the full article → from Hazard Mitigation: Town designated MVP; Hear about Southborough’s plan next week
Police Update: Suspicious activity alert, training on use of force, Pink patches, logs and more
Southborough Police recently issued an alert about people acting suspiciously in Town last week. I’m also rounding up other news from and about the SPD. Read the full article → from Police Update: Suspicious activity alert, training on use of force, Pink patches, logs and more