On Saturday, thirteen art exhibits were installed for the public to enjoy Art on the Trails this summer.
One of the exhibits was the 7th annual 4th & 5th grade art student project organized by Neary School’s Art Teacher. Read the full article → from Neary students exhibit their creativity through Art on the Trails
On Monday afternoon, a “waste removal worker” reported that he was hit by a passing car that kept on going. The Southborough Police issued a press release seeking information on the driver of a gray Nissan Murano. The incident took place around 1:15 pm on June 16th near 92 Pine Hill Road. Read the full article → from SPD seeking driver in Monday afternoon Hit & Run
Southborough Youth & Family Services is trying to better assess the needs of our community that the Town should be supporting. To do that, they are asking volunteers to “make a difference” by giving an hour of their time. Read the full article → from SYFS asking people to share their “Community Needs”
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 Food Pantry asked me to make readers aware of their updated need for donations. Reminder — the summer is a tough time for the Pantry as school collections end but families in need are still here throughout the summer. Read the full article → from Food Pantry asks for donations from current needs list
The Committee discussed addressing parents’ immediate safety concerns, better analyzing buildings’ capacity and needs, and collaborating with the Select Board on next steps for school facilities planning. Read the full article → from School Committee’s next steps post-Neary vote
A national newspaper covered the tragic death of Southborough native Timmy Howard. It included details meant to serve as a warning about the dangers posed by food allergies and the need for clearer labeling. Read the full article → from USA Today: Timmy Howard’s parents share details of food allergy dangers
Southborough is one of the towns that will field a Women’s Softball team through the program coordinated through Northborough Recreation.
The opportunity is open for adults 18 and older. According to the website, “This league is not extremely competitive, but you must have some playing experience”. Read the full article → from Sign up for Women’s Slow Pitch Summer Softball
Around 10:00 am wifi went down at my home and across a big region of Southborough. I learned from Facebook that everyone impacted is a Verizon Fios customer. Read the full article → from Verizon Fios down for a chunk of town (Updated)
Last week, the Select Board discussed tentatively scheduling the Special Town Meeting this fall for the evening of Monday, November 3rd. Read the full article → from Fall Town Meeting anticipated in early November
SPD’s Detective Owen O’Brien was honored by the Mass chapter of MADD. And the DA helped the APTO offer a safe option for kids after junior prom. Read the full article → from Safe Driving News: SPD Member honored by MADD; JPPP was partially sponsored by DA (Updated)
On Tuesday, the Select Board will hold a hearing on Transfer Station fees and revising regulations for the upcoming fiscal year. That includes a recommendation to increase the fees for permit stickers. Read the full article → from Hearing on Transfer Station regs & fees — Tuesday
Tonight is the last hurrah for the Rotary Club of Southborough’s Food Truck Festival this spring. It’s forecast to be a hot afternoon and gorgeous evening. Read the full article → from Tonight’s the last night of the 2025 Food Truck Festival
Every year, veterans in town hold a ceremony to “retire” worn out flags “with dignity”. You can participate or drop your own flag off in advance. Read the full article → from Retire your old flags respectfully