Willard “Will” Barron Johnson, 3rd, 79, a 52-year resident of Southborough, currently of Shrewsbury, passed away on Thursday, November 3, 2022, at St. Vincent’s Hospital Worcester. Read the full article → from Obituary: Willard Johnson III, 79
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Donate Coats – Saturday at Transfer Station
When you head to the Transfer Station this weekend, you can make a drop off for a collection drive.
The Southborough Rotary Club is co-sponsoring a collection drive to help keep those less fortunate warm through the winter. Read the full article → from Donate Coats – Saturday at Transfer Station
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
Sign up to Give at the Blood Mobile
A Blood Mobile will be visiting Southborough. Residents are encouraged to donate life saving blood.
Donors at upcoming blood drives will be rewarded with a $10 gas card. Read the full article → from Sign up to Give at the Blood Mobile
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
Downtown construction on Tuesday
The Town announced that pavement milling will take place on Tuesday
The Town announced upcoming roadwork in the downtown area. The latest news is that work that was initially scheduled for today has been rescheduled to Tuesday. Read the full article → from Downtown construction on Tuesday
Post-season Update
ARHS Girls Soccer is in the Final Four of the state tourney; Cross Country runners are heading to All States
Girls Soccer is moving on again to compete in state playoffs this weekend. Read the full article → from Post-season Update
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
Obituary: Kenneth Taylor Nolan 80
Dr Kenneth Taylor Nolan, DDS, of Wells ME and formerly of Southborough, MA, passed away at his home in Maine following a period of failing health. Read the full article → from Obituary: Kenneth Taylor Nolan 80
SPD seeking stolen car
Southborough Police issued a notice last week on Facebook asking the public to let them know if they have seen a car stolen from a Southborough home on Thursday night. Read the full article → from SPD seeking stolen car
Job listings
School jobs (including substitutes and before/after school positions); Town still seeking Water Division Operator and Public Safety Dispatcher
NSBORO Schools asked me to promote some jobs they need to fill. I’m also sharing the Town’s latest job listings, which include two re-advertised positions. Read the full article → from Job listings
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