Kathleen L. ‘Kathy’ McDermott, 68, of Southborough passed away at her home after suddenly being stricken ill, on Wednesday, January 23, 2019 Read the full article → from Obituary: Kathleen L. McDermott, 68
News
Owner of 144 & 154 Turnpike Roads defends parking lot connection

With residents upset over a new access point allowing office commuters access to Breakneck Hill Road, the owner defended his right to make changes to his properties. Now they and the Planning Board will wait to hear what the Town’s new zoning enforcer has to say. Read the full article → from Owner of 144 & 154 Turnpike Roads defends parking lot connection
Protecting Bumblebees – February 7

The Open Space Preservation Commission is sponsoring another talk about important pollinators in Southborough. Read the full article → from Protecting Bumblebees – February 7
School delayed 2 hrs: January 30 (Updated)

Southborough Public Schools and Algonquin Regional High School are delayed today. Read the full article → from School delayed 2 hrs: January 30 (Updated)
Library closed on Friday

The Southborough Library will be closed for the day this Friday, February 1. Read the full article → from Library closed on Friday
Trottier’s 2nd annual Polar Plunge for Special Olympics – Feb 13

Trottier Middle School is hosting another special Special Olympics fundraiser. Read the full article → from Trottier’s 2nd annual Polar Plunge for Special Olympics – Feb 13
EDC invites public to “Downtown Initiative” forum – February 7th (Updated)

The Economic Development Committee has issued an invitation. Read the full article → from EDC invites public to “Downtown Initiative” forum – February 7th (Updated)
Finn School closed Tuesday

Pre-K through 1st graders in Southborough public schools are getting a snow day of sorts tomorrow, Tuesday, January 29th. Read the full article → from Finn School closed Tuesday
This week in sports: Swim and Dive in state championships

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: Swim and Dive in state championships
The week in government: Planning and BOS (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 and BOS (Updated)
Advisory Committee Update: Resignations, board changes, and continuing vacancies
I was surprised to see three Advisory seats remained not only vacant but also unpromoted as they prepare for Town Meeting.
I followed up with the Moderator and Chair to understand what’s happening. Read the full article → from Advisory Committee Update: Resignations, board changes, and continuing vacancies
Basketball Clinic for K-8 over February break at Algonquin

Algonquin Basketball is holding another school break clinic. This one is a 4-day program for boys and girls in grades K-8. Read the full article → from Basketball Clinic for K-8 over February break at Algonquin
Missing a Chicken? Bird spotted on the loose

A reader shared a photo of a “rooster”. I can’t tell if that’s accurate or if it could be a hen. Read the full article → from Missing a Chicken? Bird spotted on the loose
Nominations for “Library Service Distinction” deadline is March 1st

The Southborough Library is seeking nominees for the 5th annual Peggy Tuttle Award for Library Service Distinction. And I owe a late congrats to last year’s winner. Read the full article → from Nominations for “Library Service Distinction” deadline is March 1st