Here’s what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from This week in sports: Pre-season scrimmages
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End of summer “blogcation”
I know there is more town news worth sharing, but I need to some time off before the kids go back to school. To hold you off until Wednesday, here are some reminders and links. Read the full article → from End of summer “blogcation”
Trails easier to enjoy: Eagle Scout enhancements on SRT include historic details; new parking map; and improved website
The Southborough Trails Committee (STC) asked me to share some thank yous and some news. Most of it relates to the Sudbury Reservoir Trail. But it’s also worth noting that it’s now easier to find information of all of the Town’s trails. Read the full article → from Trails easier to enjoy: Eagle Scout enhancements on SRT include historic details; new parking map; and improved website
Schools welcome families back via letters
Southborough school doesn’t start until August 29th, but K-8 principals have already started welcoming new and returning students and families. Read the full article → from Schools welcome families back via letters
Join the group Ice Bucket Challenge for SHIFSTRONG – Saturday at Summer Nights
This Saturday, friends of Brian Shifrin and his family are asking the community to show their support for their fight against ALS. The public is invited to join a group event version of the “Ice Bucket Challenge”. Read the full article → from Join the group Ice Bucket Challenge for SHIFSTRONG – Saturday at Summer Nights
SWL: Developer to pitch 2½ story Mixed-Use project at 2 East Main to ZBA
The ZBA is being asked to decide if the long overgrown, vacant lot downtown can be the site of a mixed-use project now that owners have finally cleaned it up. Read the full article → from SWL: Developer to pitch 2½ story Mixed-Use project at 2 East Main to ZBA
Town: “Water Insurance” letters make false claims
Public Worksasked me to alert residents that a letter sent to some residents is making an inaccurate claim. Read the full article → from Town: “Water Insurance” letters make false claims
Time for a mini-blogcation
I’ll be taking a long weekend to enjoy the summer. Read the full article → from Time for a mini-blogcation
Obituary: Joan “Kellie” (Halliday) Ferri, 83
Joan “Kellie” (Halliday) Ferri, 83, a longtime resident of Southborough and Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., passed away peacefully Aug. 12, 2018 after a long battle with cancer. Read the full article → from Obituary: Joan “Kellie” (Halliday) Ferri, 83
Recreation thanking sponsors – Playground and Summer Nights
Recreation has asked me to share their thanks to sponsors of the 15th Annnual Summer Nights.
But first – I want to remind readers that the department is also hosting a celebration to thank sponsors of the Fayville Playground. Read the full article → from Recreation thanking sponsors – Playground and Summer Nights
Letter: Harold E. Fay Memorial Field
My Southborough accepts signed letters to the editor submitted by Southborough residents. Letters may be emailed to mysouthborough@gmail.com. Read the full article → from Letter: Harold E. Fay Memorial Field
27th Annual Falconi Golf Outing – September 17th
The 27th Annual Falconi Family Memorial Golf Outing takes place on Monday, September 17. Read the full article → from 27th Annual Falconi Golf Outing – September 17th
Babysitting 101 for 12+ on August 27th
Southborough Recreation is offering another Babysitting 101 course for tweens/teens 12 years old and up. Read the full article → from Babysitting 101 for 12+ on August 27th
SWL: Rte 9 work to avoid biggest impacts
Southborough Wicked Local dug up more details on the upcoming Route 9 project I posted about yesterday. Read the full article → from SWL: Rte 9 work to avoid biggest impacts