Salvatore Capizzi, age 93, of Southborough and Hyannis, died peacefully at home on Sunday, January 12, 2020. Read the full article → from Obituary: Salvatore Capizzi, age 93
Obituary: Salvatore Capizzi, age 93
News
Downtown Initiative: Zoning efforts update and “Roadshow” at Library
The Economic Development Committee plans to bring zoning changes to Town Meeting in March. Leading up to it, they’re trying to drum up public support. Read the full article → from Downtown Initiative: Zoning efforts update and “Roadshow” at Library
Project Friend-ships between younger and older kids: Sign up for winter-spring session
SYFS is seeking families with K- 5th graders who would benefit from some special attention, a mentor, and positive role model. They are also seeking volunteer mentors in grades 7-12. Read the full article → from Project Friend-ships between younger and older kids: Sign up for winter-spring session
Brush burning permits available tomorrow through May 1st
Residents can burn brush (within limits and with permits) on approved days, January 15 through May 1st. Read the full article → from Brush burning permits available tomorrow through May 1st
This week in sports (Updated – Again)
Highlights from last week’s competitions and what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from This week in sports (Updated – Again)
The week in government: ZBA; Regional School Committee; and Master Plan Committee on transportation
A list of board and committee meetings for the week with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government: ZBA; Regional School Committee; and Master Plan Committee on transportation
Town considering adding Deputy Fire Chief position
This week, the Personnel Board will discuss (and possibly vote on) a proposal by the Fire Chief to add a second in command position. Read the full article → from Town considering adding Deputy Fire Chief position
Southborough Gardeners thank sponsors
The Southborough Gardeners are thanking local businesses who supported the holiday wreath program. Read the full article → from Southborough Gardeners thank sponsors
ZBA proposing zoning amendments for “Nonconforming uses, lots, and structures”
The Zoning Board of Appeals will ask voters to make edits to the zoning code at Town Meeting. Read the full article → from ZBA proposing zoning amendments for “Nonconforming uses, lots, and structures”
Spring Softball: Register early (including 12U!)
Northborough-Southborough Softball Association is promoting early bird registration for the spring season. It’s also looking to counter a purported rumor. Read the full article → from Spring Softball: Register early (including 12U!)
Youth Lacrosse Clinic run by ARHS Girls team – 4 Sundays this winter (Updated)
Algonquin’s Girls Lacrosse team will be holding a special clinic for players in Grades 1-8 this winter. Registration is open now with a discounted rate through January 24th. Read the full article → from Youth Lacrosse Clinic run by ARHS Girls team – 4 Sundays this winter (Updated)
School news roundup: Trottier Principal transition, Start time Update, and next year’s calendar
I’m rounding up the items that I didn’t share from announcements I missed in November and December. Read the full article → from School news roundup: Trottier Principal transition, Start time Update, and next year’s calendar
2nd Annual Peace Vigil – Saturday
Neighbors for Peace is promoting a 2nd Annual Peace Vigil this Saturday. This is a non-partisan event to pray for peace and unity. Read the full article → from 2nd Annual Peace Vigil – Saturday
Sgt Michael Whelan promoted to fill vacancy from Sgt Richardson’s departure
Last night, the Board of Selectmen approved promoting Southborough Police Officer Michael Whelan to Sergeant. Read the full article → from Sgt Michael Whelan promoted to fill vacancy from Sgt Richardson’s departure