Mary Ann (Kling) Phillips, 92, formerly of Southborough and Norwood, died peacefully in the presence of her family, on Sunday, September 1, 2024. Read the full article → from Obituary: Mary Ann (Kling) Phillips, 92
Jean Mary (Belval) deCastro, 86, of Westborough, and formerly of Southborough, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Sept 11, 2024. Read the full article → from Obituary: Jean Mary (Belval) deCastro, 86
The Algonquin Regional High School community is mourning the loss of a long time, beloved staff member — Dick Walsh. The former longtime coach, who continued to play an active role in campus life until very recently, died yesterday at the age of 92. Read the full article → from ARHS: “With Deep Sadness: The Loss of Mr. Richard Walsh”
Whether you like the genre, or you are especially interested in the first topic tackled, you may want to join a new book group organized by the Town. Read the full article → from Shelf Help: A book group focused on self-help (Updated)
Although the health risks mosquitos pose are still low in Southborough, residents should take actions to protect themselves (and be aware of regions where risks are higher.) Read the full article → from Mosquito update
The Town has posted the Warrant for this fall’s Special Town Meeting. They have also announced a new setup that will be a bit more welcoming for parents to participate. Read the full article → from A friendlier Special Town Meeting – Sept 30 (Updated – again)
Cross Country is back at Trottier this fall — but it will look a little different. Here are the details and reasons behind the changes to the popular program. Read the full article → from Rec will offer Trottier Running Club as a XC replacement (Updated)
OSPC & the Bumble Bee Project are inviting people to enjoy a picnic at the Whit Beals Biodiversity Through Pollination Garden that is successfully supporting at-risk pollinators. Read the full article → from Pollination Potluck Picnic and Garden Tour — Saturday
For those thinking about exhibiting this year, the deadline to register is the end of this month. Sign up has also opened for groups to march in the parade. Read the full article → from Heritage Day 2024 is coming soon
The Town is welcoming the public to join them in celebrating the opening of the Senior Center’s addition a week from tomorrow. Read the full article → from Dedication ceremony for Senior Center’s new “Common Room” – Sept 18
Highlights from last week’s competitions and what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from The week in sports
Karl L. Hanner, of Southborough, died at the age of 80 on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, after suffering a heart attack while riding his bike near his family’s beloved Pine Island Lake house in Westhampton, Massachusetts. Read the full article → from Obituary: Karl L. Hanner, 80
Here is a selection of the committee and board meetings for the week along with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government
Non-profits interested in promoting themselves to tweens and teens can contact the library about taking part in the upcoming Youth Volunteer Fair. Read the full article → from Recruit young volunteers through the Library’s Youth Fair