The Library is using both a survey and public forums to collect community feedback on its building and “the services, amenities, and space” it provides. Read the full article → from Library is seeking public input on its building
Art on the Trails announced winners for both the 7th annual outdoor art exhibition and the poems submitted as inspired by the works. Read the full article → from Art on the Trails announces winning entries
The Southborough Police Department posted on Facebook about a special training they took part in yesterday. The training an “Active Shooter” incident either in the schools or in the community. Read the full article → from SPD “Active Shooter” training
This summer, the local youth program for Rugby boasted about their performance at a state-wide competition. Read the full article → from Local youth rugby earned gold and silver at the Summer Games
Here’s my update on comments from the Select Board’, residents comments, and other committees on the proposed 40B project next to Breakneck Hill Conservation Land. Read the full article → from Town comments on 120 Turnpike Road proposed 40B
Do you have any family recipes that you are willing to share with the community? The Southborough Library is hoping you do. Read the full article → from Submit your recipes for Community Cookbook
Last week, the Select Board held a public forum on two 40B projects proposed by Ferris Development. As usual, one of them drew much more negative feedback than the other. Read the full article → from Changes being made to proposed 250 Turnpike Road 40B
The following letter to the editor is from resident James Nichols-Worley to “elaborate on” his public comment in favor of two 40B projects and “draw attention to a double-standard between multi-unit developments and Southborough’s current housing stock of mainly single-family homes.” Read the full article → from Letter: Two Standards of Development in Southborough
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
I have another update on the migrant families being temporarily sheltered in Southborough. I was asked to share a request for support from Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). I’m told they are specifically low on a few food items. Read the full article → from CERT asking for specific food donations for Migrant Families
Paul D. Kirk, 60, of Southborough died suddenly Monday, August 7, 2023, at his summer home in West Harwich. Read the full article → from Obituary: Paul D. Kirk, 60
This summer, St. Mark’s School announced the successful hiring of a new Head of School — but not for this school year. Read the full article → from St. Mark’s announces “Next” Head of School
Bruce Alan Bartlett passed away at his home in Sterling on July 28, 2023 at the age of 65. Born in Framingham, MA, he was the oldest son of Joan (Batchelder) Bartlett and the late Edward Bartlett. Bruce was pre-deceased by the love of his life, his wife Lori (Heon) Bartlett in 2020. Read the full article → from Obituary: Bruce Alan Bartlett, 65
Work is kicking off this summer for a small addition to the Southborough Senior Center. So, it’s a good time to give an overdue update on overlapping Town facilities projects. Read the full article → from Senior Center renovation and municipal building plan update