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
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
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
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
Brian P. Maguire, 57, of Framingham and formerly of Southborough, died Monday, January 21, 2019 after suddenly being stricken ill at home. Read the full article → from Obituary: Brian P. Maguire, 57
The Southborough Gardeners are thanking local businesses who supported the holiday wreath program. Read the full article → from Southborough Gardeners thank sponsors
Knights of Columbus Southborough is holding its annual Free Throw Competition for 9-14 year old boys and girls. Read the full article → from Free Throw contest for kids – February 2
Every ten years, a Town officials and volunteers work together to prepare a “vision document that represents the community” – the Master Plan. It’s time to develop a new one. They are seeking four citizen at large to join with representatives from 14 boards and committees. Read the full article → from Recruiting members “at large” for Town’s Master Plan Committee
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
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: Advisory on DPW (budget, capital plan, articles, and more)
On February 2nd, you are invited to “Roller Skate for the Shifrins”. Read the full article → from “Roller Skate for Shifrins” – February 2
Has anyone seen this cat wandering around town? Read the full article → from “Here, Cisco”: Owner seeking lost cat
An update from Southborough Emergency Management confirms that while we may have a bad storm in Southborough tomorrow night, the details keep changing. Read the full article → from Saturday/Sunday Storm: Changing snow forecasts; Expect freezing rain and icing
The latest monthly report is out on progress on the big Public Safety Building project. Read the full article → from Public Safety Building December Update: 35% complete (?) and clearing up flag confusion