The Town Administrator and Southborough Police Department have released information related to what I’m calling Plowgate. (How can you not?) Read the full article → from DPW plowing incident: The incriminating video, public statement from town, and reports of DPW head’s involvement (Updated)
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Weekend at a glance: The Bee, magic for kids, democratic caucus and pancakes

Here are some highlights of events in and around Southborough this week. Read the full article → from Weekend at a glance: The Bee, magic for kids, democratic caucus and pancakes
Southborough Access Media: Increased programming and call for help

The new director of Southborough Access Media has already increased and improved programming. Now she is seeking help to expand on that. Read the full article → from Southborough Access Media: Increased programming and call for help
New commuter rail schedule – effective March 10

This morning, the MBTA announced the new Framingham/Worcester Commuter Rail schedule. Read the full article → from New commuter rail schedule – effective March 10
Another roundup of MWDN town government news: Candidate for superintendent, 2nd race for BOS seat, and DPW discipline “forthcoming”

Our little town has been keeping The Metrowest Daily News busy. There are three more stories about town departments and boards from the paper just this morning. Read the full article → from Another roundup of MWDN town government news: Candidate for superintendent, 2nd race for BOS seat, and DPW discipline “forthcoming”
K-8 schools: $18M budget, enrollment exceeds expectations, and public forums with budget Q&A (Updated)

Superintendent Dr. Charles Gobron is inviting district residents to K-8 school budget forums. Read the full article → from K-8 schools: $18M budget, enrollment exceeds expectations, and public forums with budget Q&A (Updated)
Roundup of MWDN town government news: Open Space concerns on Deerfoot, continued debate on Barn Hollow, and “installation” of the new chief

I just can’t get to everything. So, it’s a good thing that The Metrowest Daily News has a reporter that covers some of the town meetings I miss. Read the full article → from Roundup of MWDN town government news: Open Space concerns on Deerfoot, continued debate on Barn Hollow, and “installation” of the new chief
Why flags are at half staff: Wednesday, February 26

Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff today in honor of U.S. Army Private Miguel A. Verdejo. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff: Wednesday, February 26
MassHousing approved Park Central application; 40B project will proceed to ZBA hearings

The Zoning Board of Appeals will have to begin hearings on the proposed Park Central 40B project soon. Read the full article → from MassHousing approved Park Central application; 40B project will proceed to ZBA hearings
Town election: Update on contests brewing for Board of Selectmen, School Committee and Library

If you are considering running for office in Southborough, the process begins next week. Read the full article → from Town election: Update on contests brewing for Board of Selectmen, School Committee and Library
The week in government (2/24/14-3/2/14): Marijuana hearing, superintendent search, regional school committee, and ZBA on Park Central and Woodland Meadows
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (2/24/14-3/2/14): Marijuana hearing, superintendent search, regional school committee, and ZBA on Park Central and Woodland Meadows
Events this week (2/14/14-3/1/14): Tech help, police ceremony, Rotary forum, spelling, matinee, magic, political caucus, and Scout pancake breakfast

Here are some highlights of events in and around Southborough this week. Read the full article → from Events this week (2/14/14-3/1/14): Tech help, police ceremony, Rotary forum, spelling, matinee, magic, political caucus, and Scout pancake breakfast
Ceremony for Chief Paulhus – February 25

The Town of Southborough is inviting residents to an Installation Ceremony for new Southborough Police Chief Kenneth M. Paulhus Read the full article → from Ceremony for Chief Paulhus – February 25
Update on warrant articles: Marijuana zoning map, new controversy on Main Street project, and Barn Hollow still lacks consensus

Here are some updates on some of the controversial issues that have pending warrant articles for the Annual Town Meeting. Read the full article → from Update on warrant articles: Marijuana zoning map, new controversy on Main Street project, and Barn Hollow still lacks consensus