A reader pointed out a prayer of support for military and their families. The source, a children’s book inspired me to share more stories on the subject. Read the full article → from Remembering those who still serve (plus a short “children’s book blog”)
The Metrowest Daily News has posted two new stories related to ongoing controversies in town government. Read the full article → from MWDN updates on town controversies: Advisory on layoff; former ZBA chief on handling of Park Central
If you own a dog in Southborough and it’s more than six months old, you need to get a license for it each year. Licenses for the past year expired. New licenses can be purchased by May 31st. Read the full article → from Reminder: Dog licenses deadline is May 31st
Southborough Wicked Local reported bad news for residents opposing the proposed 40B project at Park Central. The state overturned the Zoning Board of Appeals permit denial. Read the full article → from SWL: Park Central 40B back in play; ZBA permit denial overturned
Last Friday, The Boston Business Journal posted Massachusetts teacher salaries broken down by towns and districts. According to their figures, Southborough’s K-8 average teacher salaries moved up 11 spots from 2012 to #13th highest in 2013. Read the full article → from Southborough teachers move up the salary ranks
According to Southborough Wicked Local, Selectman John Rooney is continuing to investigate the recent layoff of the Town’s Cemetery Supervisor. Read the full article → from SWL: Selectman files files public record request on DPW layoff
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (5/19-5/25/14): Main Street Working Group to focus from intersection East; Advisory on DPW budget
The newly expanded Board of Selectmen convened last night. They addressed plans for moving forward and public concerns over a recent employee layoff. Read the full article → from BOS: New chair; exploring layoff resolution; potential Special Town Meeting
Flags in Southborough and across the state will fly May 15th in honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week. Read the full article → from Why flags will be at half staff: Thursday, May 15
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: Selectmen respond to concerns over cemetery supervisor layoff (Updated)
The results are in from today’s annual election. Read the full article → from Election Results: 3 candidates re-elected, one return and one switch (Updated)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (5/12-5/18/14): Main St – Fay to Rte. 85; Historic District; cemetery layoff/resolution (Updated)
The Metrowest Daily News/Southborough Wicked Local covered two stories related to last week’s Candidates Night. Read the full article → from Roundup of election related news: Special education and 40B Safe Harbor filing
The signs are everywhere you go, but you may not realize how close the date is. In case it’s not on your calendar, make a note to vote in the Town Election this Monday, May 12th.
This year, there is a race for 5 contested seats on two different boards. To make it easier, I’ve compiled the information you need to be prepared. Read the full article → from Vote on Monday