Expect detours to complicate commutes on Wednesday. Read the full article → from Plan for downtown area detours on Wednesday
Government
Library closing early today (Updated)
The Southborough Library is forced to close at 1:00 pm today. Read the full article → from Library closing early today (Updated)
The week in government
Planning Board and SHOPC on MBTA Communities Action Plan; Select Board on Hopkinton request for water connection
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
Reminder: Winter Wishes deadline is Nov 30
In advance of the holidays, SYFS is holding its annual gift card collection drive.
Southborough Youth & Family Services is asking residents to give a helping hand to families experiencing financial anxiety during a tough time of year. Read the full article → from Reminder: Winter Wishes deadline is Nov 30
Select Board denies Hazard Pay to Town staff
On Tuesday night, the Board voted to "not support" the ARPA Committee's recommendation to give bonuses to workers who were at extra risk during the first peak months of the pandemic.
The Select Board voted against using any of the $3M the Town is eligible for in ARPA funds as hazard pay for Southborough Town employees whose jobs put them at elevated risk at the start of the pandemic. Read the full article → from Select Board denies Hazard Pay to Town staff
Anxiety Skills Training for youth
SYFS offering free "1:1 coaching" for stressed 10-18 yr olds
Southborough Youth and Family Services is promoting Anxiety Skills Training for 10-18 year old residents. Read the full article → from Anxiety Skills Training for youth
Listen and Say it with L.O.V.E.
SYFS is trying to help residents improve their communication with loved ones and others.
Southborough Youth and Family Services is promoting a set of workshops that focus on improving communications. The communication skills aren’t just for family members. It can also apply to friends and even co-workers. Read the full article → from Listen and Say it with L.O.V.E.
Southborough School Committee seeking applicants
Applicants must apply by December 1st
As I posted this summer, the Southorough School Committee needs to fill a vacant seat. They are now seeking applicants in time to make in a few weeks. Read the full article → from Southborough School Committee seeking applicants
The week in government
Select Board meetings, Regional School Committe, Conservation Commission, and much 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
Update on vacant Rte 9 buildings
An update on the site of the long vacant, former Andrea Restaurant — recent issues, current status, and future plans
A new business is in the planning stages to replace run down buildings on Route 9. The Town responded to criticism that in the meantime the vacant facilities may not be properly secured. Read the full article → from Update on vacant Rte 9 buildings
Veterans Day Ceremony this morning
Southborough's annual parade and ceremony is today
Reminder: The public is invited to take part in today’s official observances marking Veterans Day in Southborough. Read the full article → from Veterans Day Ceremony this morning
Veterans Day Ceremony on Friday (Updated)
Southborough holds its annual parade and ceremony on the day of the holiday.
As always, Southborough residents are invited to honor our country’s veterans at a Veterans Day observance on November 11. Read the full article → from Veterans Day Ceremony on Friday (Updated)
How Southborough Voted (Updated)
A look at our local results and how residents voted compared to the rest of the state.
Residents helped Westborough’s Kate Donahue (D) beat Southborough’s Jonathan Hostage (R) to be the State Representative for our new 19th Worcester District. Read the full article → from How Southborough Voted (Updated)
Regional Dispatch Public Forum
The Select Board is hosting a public forum to discuss the potential for a regional public safety dispatch service.
The public is invited to “learn about and discuss” the potential for replacing Southborough’s dispatch service with a shared regional service. Read the full article → from Regional Dispatch Public Forum