A reader’s question about the work being done by reservoirs and on area trails is prompting me to remind readers about an announcement made by National Grid last fall. Read the full article → from National Grid refurbishing transmission line
The application window is open for 4 scholarships through the Town. Read the full article → from Apply by early May for Town Scholarships
The Inspector General’s Office issued a report on the findings form its investigation of the former CEO of the pension system for many town employees. Read the full article → from Inspector General accuses former CEO of abusing funds of regional municipal pension system
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
Southborough Open Land Foundation asked me to share an announcement with readers. They have temporarily closed the parking lot at Beals Preserve. But access to the site does remain open to visitors. Below are more details. Read the full article → from Beals Preserve Parking lot temporarily closed
Start cleaning out your closets (or basement/garage). Southborough Recreation is coordinating a “Spring Youth Sports Equipment Swap” next week. Read the full article → from Free Spring Youth Sports Equipment Swap — Sunday
It’s a time of year when the school system is advertising for a lot of new jobs — especially for summer programs and next year. So, I decided it’s time for an update. Read the full article → from School Job Listings
When Town Clerk Jim Hegarty spoke to the Select Board and Advisory Committee on Tuesday, he quipped that he was there to talk himself out of a job.
Hegarty is running unopposed for his seat again this spring. But if voters act as he recommends, they’ll use the same May 12th ballot to vote him out of office. Read the full article → from Town Meeting to vote on making the Town Clerk an appointed position (Updated)
Knights of Columbus is updating readers on the results for Southborough kids who have been successfully competing in the annual Free Throw tournament for ages 9 – 14. Read the full article → from Southborough Sharp Shooters Shine at Knights of Columbus Regional Free-Throw Championship
The community is asked to sign up for time slots with the travelling blood donation center that serves Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Read the full article → from Donate at the Bloodmobile — March 19
There’s nothing significant to report since I last covered the upcoming annual Town election. This is just a quick reminder that the deadline to file papers is two weeks from today. Read the full article → from Town Election Update
State Senator Jamie Eldridge and State Representative Kate Donaghue joined the Southborough Select Board on March 3rd. The board was looking for an update on the state budget outlook, local aid, and issues affecting our town. But the main purpose was clearly to seek support for short and long term efforts to help reduce Southborough property tax bills.
Select Board members discussed needs for more consistent road maintenance funding, studying regionalization of Fire Departments, stalled legislation to increase tax/PILOT payments from non-profits, and more. Read the full article → from Select Board and State Legislators discuss fiscal challenges & support
The Southborough Police Department issued a press release about three drivers arrested in Southborough over the weekend. All are accused of driving under the influence of alcohol. None of the suspects were Southborough residents. Read the full article → from SPD announces more arrests over weekend for alleged drunk driving
Highlights from last week’s competitions and what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from Post-Season Wrap-up