The community is invited to “Celebrate Wellness”. As usual, the party wrapping up Mental Health Awareness Month will include an honoree reception for the annual Wellness Award.
But, instead of naming the 8th recipient of the annual award for a “Community Hero”, the Town will celebrate 8 honorees. Read the full article → from Celebrate Wellness and “community champions”
We are sad to announce the death of David Rogers Ulen, long time resident of Shutesbury, Massachusetts. Read the full article → from Obituary: David Ulen, 68
The Town is advertising its need for two new members on the Conservation Commission. While I’m sharing that news, I’ll highlight other committees with current vacancies, and ones that may soon have more. Read the full article → from Need for Volunteers: Conservation, Advisory, Tricentennial, EDC, Elementary School Building Committee, and more
The Rotary Club of Southborough asked me to share information on their ongoing initiative to provide “foldscopes” to schools in “underserved” countries. Read the full article → from Rotary Demonstrates Global Impact Through Science Education Initiative
[Editor’s Note: Apologies for the short notice on this morning’s funeral (and late notice on other services). I just learned about Father Conrad’s death from a reader. The funeral home lists his date of death as May 13, 2026.] Read the full article → from Obituary: Rev. Conrad S. Pecevich, 76
Here is the information you need to observe Memorial Day in Southborough. Events begin with the annual flag placement in the rural cemetery Friday night. Read the full article → from Memorial Day Observances Moved Indoors (Updated)
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: A Data Center: What does it mean for us
This is the final week of the regular season for most ARHS teams. For several of them, it’s a critical one. Read the full article → from The week in ARHS sports
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
The Southborough Rotary’s popular annual Food Truck Festival begins next week. Here are the details. Read the full article → from Support Cash4Camperships to Help Send a Kid to Camp
The “community coalition focused on preventing and reducing substance misuse in Northborough and Southborough” is asking parents from both towns to participate in upcoming focus groups. Read the full article → from Encompass focus groups for parents of 6th-12th graders (Updated)
Brian J. Witzell, 70, of Venice, FL, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 following a dignified and courageous battle with lung cancer. Read the full article → from Obituary: Brian J. Witzell, 70
In late June, the Algonquin Boys & Girls Tennis teams will hold a Tennis Clinic for kids entering grades K-8. Read the full article → from Tennis Clinic for K-8 kids this summer
Rec’s seeking feedback on their newest park concept plan options, with a shrunken water based on prior feedback.
Next week, the Rec Commission is seeking to get more community engagement and feedback on the proposal. Read the full article → from Fayville Park Update & Call for Engagement