For years, Michael Weishan has been one of Southborough’s most ardent public advocates for historical preservation. That passion, combined with his determination to “call a spade a spade”, put him at odds with the Board of Selectmen. Last night, they voted not renew his term on the Historical Commission despite the Commission’s request they do so. Read the full article → from BOS refuses to reappoint Michael Weishan to Historical Commission (Updated-again)
Government
Southborough Police Roundup: Patrolman saves life, seeking new Officer, Seniors ask to show support, and latest logs
I have news to share from and about the Southborough Police Department. In contrast to last week, most of it is feel-good. Read the full article → from Southborough Police Roundup: Patrolman saves life, seeking new Officer, Seniors ask to show support, and latest logs
Letter: Response to “slandering” of “unruly citizens” at Special Town Meeting
My Southborough accepts signed letters to the editor submitted by Southborough residents. Letters may be emailed to mysouthborough@gmail.com. Read the full article → from Letter: Response to “slandering” of “unruly citizens” at Special Town Meeting
The week in government Update: BOS meeting on Thurs and Fri
A list of board and committee meetings for the week with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government Update: BOS meeting on Thurs and Fri
Opting out of pesticide sprayings
Mosquito spraying season is beginning. So, I’ve been asked to again remind people about their rights for opting out. Read the full article → from Opting out of pesticide sprayings
The week in government: Planning Board tonight
A list of board and committee meetings for the week with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government: Planning Board tonight
Commuter Rail work include clearing trees along Southborough tracks
“Deforestation” of the southside tracks. Read the full article → from Commuter Rail work include clearing trees along Southborough tracks
MBTA rock drilling this weekend along the tracks
Today, the MBTA shared their latest news on work being done along the Commuter Rail line in Southborough. Unfortunately for those of you who live near the Commuter Rail line it sounds like it’s going to be a noisy weekend. Read the full article → from MBTA rock drilling this weekend along the tracks
Letter: Distraught over conduct at Town Meeting
My Southborough accepts signed letters to the editor submitted by Southborough residents. Letters may be emailed to mysouthborough@gmail.com. Read the full article → from Letter: Distraught over conduct at Town Meeting
Photo Gallery: Memorial Day services 2018
Over the weekend, the town held its annual Memorial Day Services. Read the full article → from Photo Gallery: Memorial Day services 2018
Awards announced by Town Scholarship and Rotary
This spring, fifteen Southborough students earned special awards for their achievements. Here are the scholarship announcements. Read the full article → from Awards announced by Town Scholarship and Rotary
The week in government: Planning, Stewardship, SHOPC and Conservation
A list of board and committee meetings for the week with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government: Planning, Stewardship, SHOPC and Conservation
Reminder – Memorial Day observances tonight and Monday
Here is the information you need to observe Memorial Day in Southborough. Events begin with the annual flag placement in the rural cemetery tonight. Read the full article → from Reminder – Memorial Day observances tonight and Monday
Why flags will be at half staff: May 25, 2018
Flags in Southborough and across the state will be flying at half staff tomorrow, May 25, 2018, at the order of Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker. The lowering is in honor of another long-ago fallen soldier whose remains were recently identified. Read the full article → from Why flags will be at half staff: May 25, 2018