Southborough Recreation is offering a Special Olympics Basketball program for 5-15 year olds Read the full article → from Special Olympics Basketball this fall
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CA: NSBORO studying making Extended Day an in-house program

This fall, the Northborough-Southborough Public Schools are studying whether it is feasible to replace the contract with a district-run going forward. Read the full article → from CA: NSBORO studying making Extended Day an in-house program
Covid Update: NSBORO clarifies no “Probable” case of in-school transmission
The latest stats on NSBORO new Cases and “possible” transmissions between students and staff in school, plus this week’s data from the Town. Read the full article → from Covid Update: NSBORO clarifies no “Probable” case of in-school transmission
Downtown District zoning: Planning’s changes please opponents but frustrate proponents; Article may be pulled

After months of meetings, forums, and hearings, the Planning Board, Board of Selectmen, and vocal downtown residents and abutters came to apparent consensus on a proposed Downtown District Bylaw to present to Town Meeting voters. Unfortunately, that version is one that doesn’t pass muster with the group that initially spearheaded the initiative. Read the full article → from Downtown District zoning: Planning’s changes please opponents but frustrate proponents; Article may be pulled
Drive thru Covid Tests available starting Monday
The Town has announced that nearby, Drive thru COVID tests are about to become available to residents. Read the full article → from Drive thru Covid Tests available starting Monday
ARHS Boosters’ Brick Fundraiser: Leave Your Legacy

Algonquin Regional High’s Boosters club is promoting a “Leave Your Legacy Fundraiser”. Read the full article → from ARHS Boosters’ Brick Fundraiser: Leave Your Legacy
ALS Weekend: October 9-11 at the Southborough Golf Club (Updated)

Heritage Day weekend will be the Town’s 3rd annual fundraiser for ALS One. Read the full article → from ALS Weekend: October 9-11 at the Southborough Golf Club (Updated)
Food Truck Festival: Details on Sept 29th event

I’m sharing the details on this Wednesday’s Food Truck Festival. Read the full article → from Food Truck Festival: Details on Sept 29th event
Learn about “Safe Space LGBTQ+” discussion group for teens and allies – Friday
Pilgrim Church asked me to share news on a new support group they are launching for LBGTQ+ junior and senior high youth and their friends and allies. Read the full article → from Learn about “Safe Space LGBTQ+” discussion group for teens and allies – Friday
Town phones temporarily down: Call 9-1-1 for emergencies (Updated)

This afternoon, the phone lines went down for most of the Town’s municipal buildings. That includes the Public Safety Station and Town Hall. Read the full article → from Town phones temporarily down: Call 9-1-1 for emergencies (Updated)
This week in sports: Football shutout Groton-Donstable; Girls Volleyball racked up 3 more wins

Highlights from last week’s competitions and what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from This week in sports: Football shutout Groton-Donstable; Girls Volleyball racked up 3 more wins
The week in government: Planning on Ken’s Foods warehouse expansion; BOS closing Special Town Meeting Warrant

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: Planning on Ken’s Foods warehouse expansion; BOS closing Special Town Meeting Warrant
ARHS Mascot Update: Nipmucs and other Native tribes object to use of “Thunderhawks”

Algonquin is studying what symbol should replace the Tomahawks for their Athletics mascot on gym floors and uniforms. It’s unlikely to be an alternative version of T-Hawks. Read the full article → from ARHS Mascot Update: Nipmucs and other Native tribes object to use of “Thunderhawks”
Covid Update: Latest reports from NSBORO and the state
An update on Covid cases in town and schools. Read the full article → from Covid Update: Latest reports from NSBORO and the state