Southborough is the new home for the family of a man who supported the U.S. Military in Afghanistan. A support “team” is helping the relocated refugees establish their new life in America. They are hoping that other Southborough residents will contribute support to the cause. Read the full article → from Seeking support for a refugee family
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
The open discussion thread is your place to ask questions, sound off on town issues, or share information with other readers. Read the full article → from Signing of for a long Christmas weekend
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
Highlights from last week’s competitions and what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from The week in sports: Tonight’s spectators limited to family; future attendance to be evaluated
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
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
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)
A driver is being charged with three violations related to crashing into a Southborough home off of Framingham Road. Read the full article → from Alcohol not a factor in crash/fire
An update on Covid cases in town and schools, and related news. Read the full article → from Weekly Covid Update
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
David C. Weeks, 85, of Southborough, died Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family. Read the full article → from Obituary: David C. Weeks, 85
John B.’Jack’ Gunning, 59 of Westborough and formerly of Southborough, died unexpectedly on Thursday, December 16, 2021 after being stricken ill at home. Read the full article → from Obituary: John B. ‘Jack’ Gunning, 59
A Southborough family lost its home on Saturday morning as a result of a terrible accident. Community members are contributing to a fundraiser to help them cope. Read the full article → from GoFundMe for family displaced by Saturday morning fire caused by car crash