With a warning from DCR that they are bringing back deer hunting to much of its property around the Sudbury Reservoir, I’m reminder hikers to take caution. Read the full article → from Deer hunting about to open: Details on when and where in Southborough (Updated – again)
For the sixth year, two Southborough teens are raising funds to buy gifts for children in the hospital over the holidays. Read the full article → from Buy “Planners for Presents” to help Shriner’s Children’s Hospital patients
Southborough Recreation is offering three outdoor sports classes for preschoolers this fall. Read the full article → from Pre-K fall sports registration opens tomorrow
Since I reported on the new mini-spike in confirmed cases of Covid-19 last week, three more cases have been reported. The increase in cases per week is the largest since early May. Read the full article → from Covid Update: Southborough numbers increase, status now “Yellow” (Updated)
The Historical Commission has announced a program to recognize preserved properties. Read the full article → from Nominate an historic property for recognition (homes, businesses, or “other”)
The Southborough Trails Committee announced a reconstructed connector to get hikers off the roads and onto trails with “stunning views”. Read the full article → from Trails Update: Bay Circuit and Boroughs Loop Connector reconstructed and open, and more
Next week, multiple Town boards will discuss status and next steps for a proposed Village Mixed Use Zoning (VMUD) bylaw. Read the full article → from Meeting on Downtown “Village Mixed Use Zoning” bylaw – October 6
The Board of Selectmen and the Southborough Golf Club management company are again partnering to support ALS research and care. Read the full article → from Play Golf for ALS ONE – Heritage Day weekend
John Francis Quinn, 84, of Southborough, died peacefully at his home with his wife and family by his side on Wednesday, September 23, 2020 after a long illness. Read the full article → from Obituary: John Francis Quinn, 84
Southborough had a mini-spike in confirmed cases of Covid-19 confirmed last week. Six new cases were reported, and four of them were aged 19 or younger. Read the full article → from Covid Update: Four people under the age of 20 confirmed infected last week (Updated-again)
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: Chestnut Hill Farm at Planning & Conservation; Rec on lighting projects; School Committee budget priorities
My Southborough accepts signed letters to the editor submitted by Southborough residents. Letters may be emailed to mysouthborough@gmail.com. Read the full article → from Letter: Pine Hill Rd’s neighborhood garden supporting the hungry is a model use of open space
Owen “Jake” J. Williams, 89, of Clinton and formerly of Southborough and Marlborough died unexpectedly but peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Sunday, September 20, 2020. Read the full article → from Obituary: Owen “Jake” J. Williams, 89
The Southborough Board of Health is holding a Flu Clinic this weekend. Read the full article → from Flu Clinic on Saturday – A few slots available for students