The details for Algonquin Regional High School’s graduation have been released. It’s not the celebration petitioners are asking for, but graduates will be able to cross a stage, get diplomas, and turn tassels in front of relatives. Read the full article → from How ARHS is (and isn’t) honoring the Class of 2020
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Resources for Residents – including Southborough Emergency Fund

The Town published a simple two page flyer about “Resources for Residents”. Read the full article → from Resources for Residents – including Southborough Emergency Fund
Fundraiser for ARHS Facemasks for graduating seniors

A group of community members are seeking to fund face masks for the close to 350 member graduating Algonquin seniors. The initiative is part of an effort to allow seniors to hold some kind of Graduation celebration. Read the full article → from Fundraiser for ARHS Facemasks for graduating seniors
Vehicle Parade on Friday morning for Memorial Day (Updated)

Some “Dull Men” are looking to the Friday leading into Memorial Day weekend not so dull. Read the full article → from Vehicle Parade on Friday morning for Memorial Day (Updated)
Memorial Day Observences in Southborough: Closed ceremony and a Church Bell salute

This won’t be our usual Memorial Day weekend. This year, most of us are asked to stay away from the Town’s ceremonies. Read the full article → from Memorial Day Observences in Southborough: Closed ceremony and a Church Bell salute
BOS votes on budget, but willing to work with Advisory on potential differences

So far, the budget calls for less than a 0.85% tax increase over this year’s budget, less than $89 extra dollars per average household. That may change after the Board hears from the Advisory Committee. Read the full article → from BOS votes on budget, but willing to work with Advisory on potential differences
Library asking residents to answer survey about “curbside” or delivery service, digital services and more

The Southborough Library is asking residents to help them figure out their next steps for services during the pandemic. Read the full article → from Library asking residents to answer survey about “curbside” or delivery service, digital services and more
Youth and Addiction from the perspective of a young adult in recovery – May 28th

Next week, parents and teens are encouraged to hear from a young man in recovery for an opioid addiction. The online event is clearly meant to help other families avoid the “black hole”. Read the full article → from Youth and Addiction from the perspective of a young adult in recovery – May 28th
How Southborough Schools are cutting the proposed FY21 budget (Updated)

A look at the cuts being made to cap the Southborough K-8 Schools at a 2% budget increase. Read the full article → from How Southborough Schools are cutting the proposed FY21 budget (Updated)
Finn & Woodward videos: Student Art and teacher/student connections

I’m rounding up video highlights from social media postings by the lower schools. Read the full article → from Finn & Woodward videos: Student Art and teacher/student connections
Rec Summer Camps cancelled; stay tuned for decision on fields and future programming

Last night, the Recreation Commission discussed summer camps, programs, and playing fields. I’m sharing the highlights. Read the full article → from Rec Summer Camps cancelled; stay tuned for decision on fields and future programming
SHS organizing “Coronavirus Pandemic: A Photographic Portrait of Southborough”

We all know that the strange days we’re living in are historic. The Southborough Historical Society is looking to “accurately preserve” this moment. Read the full article → from SHS organizing “Coronavirus Pandemic: A Photographic Portrait of Southborough”
Missing woman was rescued from “wooded area” through coordinated search

The Southborough Fire Department released more details on the CodeRED alert successfully resolved yesterday. Read the full article → from Missing woman was rescued from “wooded area” through coordinated search
The week in government: Rec on summer camps; BOS on budget; Regional Committee on School Choice and budget (Update)

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: Rec on summer camps; BOS on budget; Regional Committee on School Choice and budget (Update)