On the last day of public school, I planned to share some of the media coverage on the outgoing and moving up superintendents. In working on it, I came across more news on the school district worth sharing. Read the full article → from School news: Tuition-free Kindergarten is official, Superintendent transition, school bus update, and district petitions
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The week in government: BOS on ambulance fees and appointments, EDC at BOS and ZBA, Combined school committees on Start Time, and ARHS on turf fields
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: BOS on ambulance fees and appointments, EDC at BOS and ZBA, Combined school committees on Start Time, and ARHS on turf fields
Lost and Found: Ring Found from Flag Replacement ceremony
Did you accidentally turn in more than old flags at the pre-Memorial Day ceremony? Read the full article → from Lost and Found: Ring Found from Flag Replacement ceremony
Obituary: Lan Chan Lai, 89
Lan Chan Lai, 89, passed away on June 10, 2019 at UMass Medical Center. Read the full article → from Obituary: Lan Chan Lai, 89
Southborough’s new rugby team dominated tournament
A middle school rugby team started by a Southborough Boy Scout this spring is having an impressive first season. Read the full article → from Southborough’s new rugby team dominated tournament
Obituary: Maowu Huang, 80
Maowu Huang, of Southborough, 80, beloved husband of Zhongjie Zhu, passed away surrounded by his family on June 12th at UMass Memorial Medical Center – University Campus Hospital after a sudden illness. Read the full article → from Obituary: Maowu Huang, 80
Supporting Wildlife in your Backyard – Tuesday
The Open Space Preservation Commission is hosting a presentation by next week as part of its Native Plant * Native Pollinator initiative. Read the full article → from Supporting Wildlife in your Backyard – Tuesday
Scholarship announcements: Town and Gardeners make awards (Updated)
This spring, I shared news on scholarship opportunities in town. Now, I’m following up to find out who snagged the awards. Read the full article → from Scholarship announcements: Town and Gardeners make awards (Updated)
Board of Selectmen concerned about Historical Commission’s behavior last June, may not re-appoint members
One year later, selectmen are publicly reacting to the Commission’s public filing of a complaint against one selectman by calling before them the two members of the commission up for reappointment this month. Read the full article → from Board of Selectmen concerned about Historical Commission’s behavior last June, may not re-appoint members
Girls Volleyball All Skills Camp for incoming 6-9th graders (plus a pre-season clinic)
This summer, Algonquin Girls Volleyball team will put on an All Skills Camp. Read the full article → from Girls Volleyball All Skills Camp for incoming 6-9th graders (plus a pre-season clinic)
Postseason Update: Baseball, Lacrosse and Rugby end their journeys
Update on Algonquin varsity athletes’ and teams’ title bids. Read the full article → from Postseason Update: Baseball, Lacrosse and Rugby end their journeys
The Town needs Zoning Board of Appeals members
The Zoning Board of Appeals will have two vacancies as of the end of June. Selectmen are looking for volunteers to step up to interview for the post. Read the full article → from The Town needs Zoning Board of Appeals members
Business Roundup: Big deals and a tax based move (Updated)
Rounding up some stories about what’s happening in Southborough’s business community. Read the full article → from Business Roundup: Big deals and a tax based move (Updated)
Trottier evacuated for smoke in auditorium; Jazz Concert still on for tonight
Trottier Middle School staff and students were forced to evacuate the building this morning. Read the full article → from Trottier evacuated for smoke in auditorium; Jazz Concert still on for tonight