Today, was the final day of testimony in a trial over the Park Central 40B project. Read the full article → from Park Central Update: Testimony wrapped up; Final argument schedule TBD
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Obituary: Jean A. (Roverano) Chappelle, 81
Jean A. (Roverano) Chappelle, 81, of Southborough passed away on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 after a period of declining health. Read the full article → from Obituary: Jean A. (Roverano) Chappelle, 81
Meals seek wheels: Volunteer drivers needed for lunchtime deliveries (Updated)
Southborough’s Meals on Wheels program is again seeking volunteers to make deliveries. Read the full article → from Meals seek wheels: Volunteer drivers needed for lunchtime deliveries (Updated)
Go the Distance Awards – May 20th
NSPAC will hold a virtual event this year to celebrate people who have made a difference to special needs students in our district. Read the full article → from Go the Distance Awards – May 20th
Another free tutoring services for students
A group of Algonquin students asked me to let the community know about their free tutoring service. Read the full article → from Another free tutoring services for students
Library Seed Exchange 2021: Request form for curbside pickup is open now
Yesterday was the launch of the Library’s seed request form. Patrons can request a variety of seeds, at up to 5 packets per person. Read the full article → from Library Seed Exchange 2021: Request form for curbside pickup is open now
Covid Update: Southborough cases up
With the Town updating its figures today and the school administration publishing its weekly Dashboard through Sunday, it’s time for another look a the numbers. Read the full article → from Covid Update: Southborough cases up
Election Update: Selectmen’s race between Dennington and Weishan; Shea choosing not to run (Updated)
Two candidates for the Board of Selectmen filed their paper while the incumbent announced he won’t be running. Read the full article → from Election Update: Selectmen’s race between Dennington and Weishan; Shea choosing not to run (Updated)
Community rallies against Asian Hate
This weekend, a large number of Southborough residents and members of nearby communities turned out for two rallies “Against Anti-Asian Hate Crimes and Racism”. Read the full article → from Community rallies against Asian Hate
Judge finds for selectmen in Barron v Kolenda (but clarifies board can’t prohibit public comments solely to avoid criticism)
A memo from the court found in favor of the Town and current and former selectmen named in the lawsuit. Read the full article → from Judge finds for selectmen in Barron v Kolenda (but clarifies board can’t prohibit public comments solely to avoid criticism)
The week in government: Selectmen and Board of Health budget discussion; BOS review of ATM Warrant Articles
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: Selectmen and Board of Health budget discussion; BOS review of ATM Warrant Articles
Park Central court trial to wrap up this week
An appeal of the ZBA’s Park Central decision held over zoom is scheduled to come to a close this week. Read the full article → from Park Central court trial to wrap up this week
Vaccine Update: 74% of 65+ residents received at least one dose; Regional clinic coming soon
Today, the Town of Southborough posted new Covid-19 data. While the uptick in cases was disappointing, some new stats were quite heartening. Read the full article → from Vaccine Update: 74% of 65+ residents received at least one dose; Regional clinic coming soon
Rally & March against Anti-Asian Hate Crimes & Racism – this weekend
Today, Southborough Neighbors for Peace posted an announcement about events this weekend to “Rally and March Against Anti-Asian Hate Crimes and Racism”. Read the full article → from Rally & March against Anti-Asian Hate Crimes & Racism – this weekend