Robert N. Ashley, 84, of Punta Gorda, formerly of Southboro, MA, passed away on Thursday, February 14th after a long illness. Read the full article → from Obituary: Robert N. Ashley, 84
Obituary: Robert N. Ashley, 84
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Disagreement between BOS and CPC about “preserving” Southborough Library’s facade
The Board of Selectmen support an effort to use Community Preservation Act funds to fix the historic section of the Southborough Library. But they may ask Town Meeting voters to strike the “Preservation” clause from the Historic Preservation Article. Read the full article → from Disagreement between BOS and CPC about “preserving” Southborough Library’s facade
Boys & Girls Middle School Rugby: Parent info night for new team – March 20
A Southborough Scout has teamed up with Town Rec to launch a new co-ed sport offering for Southborough (and Northborough) middle schoolers. Read the full article → from Boys & Girls Middle School Rugby: Parent info night for new team – March 20
Metrowest Daily News reports Southborough failed to respond to public records request (Updated)
The local paper claims that out of 21 cities and Towns, Southborough was the only one to not respond to the public records requests. Read the full article → from Metrowest Daily News reports Southborough failed to respond to public records request (Updated)
Postseason wrap-up: Basketball and Hockey losses; results from Track at Nationals and Gymnastics at New England
Highlights from last week’s competitions. Read the full article → from Postseason wrap-up: Basketball and Hockey losses; results from Track at Nationals and Gymnastics at New England
Obituary: John A. Shoucair, 82
John A. Shoucair, 82, of Southborough passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 5, after a period of declining health. Read the full article → from Obituary: John A. Shoucair, 82
The week in government: Planning Board, Advisory, School Committee, and BOS Fire Chief interviews (Updated)
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: Planning Board, Advisory, School Committee, and BOS Fire Chief interviews (Updated)
Car crashes into Southborough home; driver alleged under the influence
The SPD is accusing a driver of having been under the influence when he crashed into a home on Route 85 “at an extremely high rate of speed”. Read the full article → from Car crashes into Southborough home; driver alleged under the influence
Police still seeking armed burglary suspect; second man arrested
Southborough Police issued an update from a December armed robbery. It states that one of two suspects in the crime was arrested, but another previously announced suspect is still at large. Read the full article → from Police still seeking armed burglary suspect; second man arrested
2019 Marathon: Tim Dalasio representing #ShifStrong to fundraise for ALS ONE
Between now and Patriots Day, I’m featuring stories of runners donning bibs for a cause. This is the third, with several more to come. Read the full article → from 2019 Marathon: Tim Dalasio representing #ShifStrong to fundraise for ALS ONE
Obituary: Aaron B. DeBruyn, 23
Aaron B. DeBruyn, 23, of Southborough passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 5, 2019. Read the full article → from Obituary: Aaron B. DeBruyn, 23
Town Meeting Update: BOS to ask for about 2.67% tax increase, a few budget items may change (Kallander and Open Space)
The Town has posted the official Budget Book for Town Meeting. It includes details on the FY2020 budget that the Board of Selectmen will ask voters to support. Read the full article → from Town Meeting Update: BOS to ask for about 2.67% tax increase, a few budget items may change (Kallander and Open Space)
Fire Chief finalists announced: Look for interviews later this month (Updated)
Last night, the Fire Chief Screening Committee recommended two finalists for selectmen to interview. The Board of Selectmen will consider the Fire Chief from Portsmouth, NH and Assistant Chief from Wayland, MA. Read the full article → from Fire Chief finalists announced: Look for interviews later this month (Updated)
Best Buddies Inclusion Coffee House – March 14
ARHS Best Buddies invites the community to their 2nd annual “Best Buddies Inclusion Coffee House”. It’s billed as an evening of music, dance, friendship and fun. Read the full article → from Best Buddies Inclusion Coffee House – March 14