You’ve probably heard the forecasts for high winds across the state today. I took a look at National Weather Services’ detailed forecast for Southborough. Read the full article → from High winds forecast tonight due to Tropical Storm Isaias
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SWL: Man seriously injured in Rte. 9 crash in Southborough
On Sunday, a serious car accident resulted in a serious, but not life threatening injuries, according to a Wicked Local story. Read the full article → from SWL: Man seriously injured in Rte. 9 crash in Southborough
The week in government: BOS on downtown encroachments on CSX property; Combined School Committees on Reopening (Updated)

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: BOS on downtown encroachments on CSX property; Combined School Committees on Reopening (Updated)
Reopening Plans: Deadline Sun 2pm for Qs to be answered at Mon forums; Another Survey request (Updated)

Parents have until 2pm tomorrow (Sunday, August 2nd) to submit questions for Community Forums on school Reopening Plans. The question form also serves as a survey that all parents are being asked to complete. Read the full article → from Reopening Plans: Deadline Sun 2pm for Qs to be answered at Mon forums; Another Survey request (Updated)
Reopening Update: Hybrid recommended for ARHS, while sports still being pursued; Committees to vote on starting model(s) in mid-August

In this morning’s Regional School Committee meeting, the same recommendation was made for the high school. Meanwhile, Algonquin is still working on offering sports in the fall – including competition with other schools. Read the full article → from Reopening Update: Hybrid recommended for ARHS, while sports still being pursued; Committees to vote on starting model(s) in mid-August
Obituary: Leo P. Maguire, 83
Leo P. Maguire, 83, of Florida and formerly of Southborough, died on Monday, July 27, 2020 after a period of declining health. Read the full article → from Obituary: Leo P. Maguire, 83
ARHS held its Graduation for the Class of 2020

Yesterday, Algonquin Regional High School held a gathered, graduation ceremony for the Class of 2020. Read the full article → from ARHS held its Graduation for the Class of 2020
Fire Dept Update: Fires, lightening, gas leaks, safety reminders and more

Sharing highlights from the Southborough Fire Department’s summer activity. Read the full article → from Fire Dept Update: Fires, lightening, gas leaks, safety reminders and more
Administration recommending revised Hybrid model for K-8 schools

Last night, the K-8 School Committees for Northborough and Southborough heard the administration’s plans for reopening school in September. In the meeting, the administrative team recommended a Hybrid Model as the best option. Read the full article → from Administration recommending revised Hybrid model for K-8 schools
Police Update: A seed warning, safety reminders, SPD’s 90th birthday, logs and more

It’s time to for an update on what the Southborough Police Department has been up to this summer. Read the full article → from Police Update: A seed warning, safety reminders, SPD’s 90th birthday, logs and more
Taxes are almost due (and you can pay outside the Town House)
Reminder: This Monday, August 3rd, is the last day to pay your Town taxes on time. Read the full article → from Taxes are almost due (and you can pay outside the Town House)
Regional School Committee to discuss Reopening Plans

The district posted an agenda for a Regional School Committee meeting this Friday morning. Read the full article → from Regional School Committee to discuss Reopening Plans
Reinventing business: At home car washing & detailing; plus a virtual junior curlers camp

With so many limitations on activities caused by the pandemic, some people have looked for alternative ways to employ themselves this summer. Here are how two Southborough teens and one town native are promoting new services. Read the full article → from Reinventing business: At home car washing & detailing; plus a virtual junior curlers camp
School reopening update: Committees to discuss plans, preparing students, AP prep work delay, and more free tutoring (Updated)

An update on preparations for resuming schools in the fall. Read the full article → from School reopening update: Committees to discuss plans, preparing students, AP prep work delay, and more free tutoring (Updated)