NSBORO Schools’ Wellness Director Mary Ellen Duggan asked me to share a request for donated household items (new or gently used) to aid their “journey to independent living”. Read the full article → from Household items sought for families moving out of Northborough’s Shelter
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The week in sports
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
The week in government
Select Board on Atwood Rd parcel lead, Northboro Rd 61A parcels; Regional School Committee Hearing on School Choice; ZBA Hearings on 120 Turnpike Rd; and 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: Dale A. Mathes, 79
Dale A. Mathes, 79, of Southborough, died Monday, April 8, 2024, surrounded by his family. Read the full article → from Obituary: Dale A. Mathes, 79
Obituary: Kenneth E. Hayes, 60
Kenneth Hayes, 60, of Southborough, passed away Monday, April 15th, 2024, surrounded by family. Read the full article → from Obituary: Kenneth E. Hayes, 60
Tweens & Teens asked to make “No Sew” blankets to help kids in need — Tuesday
Volunteers ages 10+ sought to help at the Library's event. No registration necessary.
The Southborough Library is inviting tweens and teens to join a community service event next week with the “Teen Library Team”. They will be making blankets to donate to kids in need. Read the full article → from Tweens & Teens asked to make “No Sew” blankets to help kids in need — Tuesday
Trottier teachers discuss 8th grade Civic Action Projects
Since 2018 when Civic Action Projects were first implemented, eighth grade Trottier teachers have worked to deliver the best experience for their students. Read the full article → from Trottier teachers discuss 8th grade Civic Action Projects
Senior Center Survey due by April 30th
The survey is targeted to ages 55+ (seniors and soon-to-be).
The council on Aging is seeking input to help them plan for future programs and services to offer through the Southborough Senior Center. Read the full article → from Senior Center Survey due by April 30th
Hydrant flushing begins Monday
Every spring, Southborough “flushes” is fire hydrants for maintenance. The DPW has shared the schedule for work to take place next week. Read the full article → from Hydrant flushing begins Monday
Earth Day Clean Up is April 27th
Rotary is encouraging the community to save the date for picking up trash on the sides of Southborough streets.
Rotary is encouraging the community to make plans to help with the annual Clean Up timed to celebrate Earth Day. Read the full article → from Earth Day Clean Up is April 27th
Spring Garden “ecological clean-up” at the Library on Thursday
The “Gardens that Work” group is inviting the public to join them to help clean-up the Native Pollination Preservation Garden at the Southborough Library this Thursday, April 18th. Read the full article → from Spring Garden “ecological clean-up” at the Library on Thursday
Letter: Stewardship Committee update on Breakneck Hill and opposition to abutting 40B
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: Stewardship Committee update on Breakneck Hill and opposition to abutting 40B
The week in sports
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
CA: ‘Safety zone’ lights in front of ARHS to remain until 9 p.m.
According to the Community Advocate, Northborough officials had been asked to consider changing the schedule for the “safety zone” lights around the high school’s entrance. Read the full article → from CA: ‘Safety zone’ lights in front of ARHS to remain until 9 p.m.