The Town will be offering in-person Recreation After School Program classes for K-5 students this fall. They will also offer some remote options. Read the full article → from Spring RAP: Outdoor (mostly) classes in May
The Affordable Housing property at 16b Stockwell Lane is now available for purchase. Read the full article → from Affordable Home available – first come, first served – submit paperwork now (Updated)
The Historical Commission is asking selectmen to consider replacing two flags in the Old Burial Ground that have become “politically charged” with flags more historically representative of those that the veterans buried there would have served under. The Chair’s communications with veterans on the issue appear to have ruffled some feathers. Read the full article → from Historical asking BOS to consider replacing Gadsden flags in Old Burial Ground (Updated)
The Southborough Library launched a new program today. This one appears to be geared to help residents who miss the ability to browse Library shelves. Read the full article → from Library offering “Book Bundles” based on readers’ interests
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: Board of Selectmen and Combined School Committees Meeting
For days, the Southborough Fire Department has been posting that no open air (brush) burning is allowed. Read the full article → from SFD Update: Warning of Very High fire danger; Brush fire and house fire
Barbara A. Sanchioni, 79, of Westborough formerly a long-time resident of Southborough passed away on Wednesday, March 10, 2021. Read the full article → from Obituary: Barbara A. Sanchioni, 79
Last night’s report from the Mass Dept of Public Health moved Southborough into green/low risk for the first time since before Thanksgiving. Read the full article → from Covid Update: Southborough designated Green
Yesterday, I highlighted two critical issues relate to this spring’s Town Election. Both changed as of last night. So, it’s already time for an update. Read the full article → from Election Update: Potential race for Selectman; papers pulled for Board of Health
A group of Southborough mothers have been volunteering their time and energy to book Covid-19 vaccination appointments for Southborough teachers and seniors. Read the full article → from Volunteers helping Southborough teachers and seniors book Vaccine appointments
One year ago this week, our district shut down in-person learning. Last night, an announcement informed parents that a full return to in-person attendance will be offered to all NSBORO students this spring. Read the full article → from NSBORO: Shifting to 5 day in-person; Trottier & ARHS to start April 26 – decisions due Sunday (Updated)
Residents are asking for help locating a missing pet. Read the full article → from Here Kitty: Looking for Queenie
Southborough Selectmen are hoping to sell off another historic property. Read the full article → from Selectmen to seek bids on South Union School building
If you’re interested in running for Town Office, you have just over four weeks to pull nomination papers. Read the full article → from Town Election: Pull papers to run in by March 21st; Board of Health needs a candidate