On Monday evening, I shared that NSBORO schools reported 226 cases of Covid over winter break. In the three subsequent days, 202 more cases were reported. Read the full article → from Covid Update: NSBORO and State reports on spikes
Government
Covid spike prompts Town to issue Mask Advisory and plan to delay Annual Town Meeting
Yesterday, the Board of Health issued a Mask Advisory and the Board of Selectmen agreed to plan to delay Annual Town Meeting. Both decisions were based on concerns about the spiking cases of Covid. Read the full article → from Covid spike prompts Town to issue Mask Advisory and plan to delay Annual Town Meeting
SFD inflatable boat up for bid
The Southborough Fire Department is seeking to sell off an inflatable boat, complete with trailer and motor. Read the full article → from SFD inflatable boat up for bid
Massive Covid Surge in Town and schools; High Booster rates
The bad news on the Covid front is a massive surge in the number of new cases reported over the past two weeks. The good news is that the state is reporting that a good portion of the Town has received Vaccination Boosters. So, I’m hoping that most of the cases are fairly mild. Read the full article → from Massive Covid Surge in Town and schools; High Booster rates
Senior Center closed to the public for two weeks
To protect residents and employees, the Senior Center is temporarily closing it’s doors to the public again. Read the full article → from Senior Center closed to the public for two weeks
The week in government: BOS and BOH to discuss Annual Town Meeting logistics
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: BOS and BOH to discuss Annual Town Meeting logistics
Reminder Noise Bylaw Survey responses due by Sunday
A survey asks the community about their experiences, annoyances, and opinions related to noises in their neighborhood. Read the full article → from Reminder Noise Bylaw Survey responses due by Sunday
Town grappling with record high office vacancy; EEA grant to help address one Rte 9 issue
This month, the Town reported that office vacancies are at a record high, with only 1/3 occupied. Read the full article → from Town grappling with record high office vacancy; EEA grant to help address one Rte 9 issue
Noise Bylaw Survey – Respond by January 2nd
A survey asks the community about their experiences, annoyances, and opinions related to noises in their neighborhood. Read the full article → from Noise Bylaw Survey – Respond by January 2nd
Reminder: Covid Booster Clinic for ages 18+ this Wednesday
Southborough’s Board of Health is offering a Covid Vaccine Booster Clinic this week, featuring the Moderna vaccine. That vaccine is only approved for use in ages 18+. Read the full article → from Reminder: Covid Booster Clinic for ages 18+ this Wednesday
What’s open and closed over the holidays (Updated)
Here’s a list of when our municipal facilities will be closed over the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. Read the full article → from What’s open and closed over the holidays (Updated)
Weekly Covid Update
An update on Covid cases in town and schools, and related news. Read the full article → from Weekly Covid Update
The week in government
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
Restaurant news: Wendy’s & Pizza 19 closures; Diligent new efforts on Housing & Food Inspections
Two restaurants abruptly closed in Southborough this year, apparently for different reasons. Read the full article → from Restaurant news: Wendy’s & Pizza 19 closures; Diligent new efforts on Housing & Food Inspections