The Northborough Patch posted about false rumors on Monday that alarmed some about the safety of Algonquin students. Read the full article → from Patch: False rumors of threat to Algonquin
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Public Safety Building: Correction – cruiser canopy isn’t a Town Meeting vote
Public Safety Building Chair Jason Malinowski reached out to me about a story I ran earlier this week. He corrected some details I got wrong from his update to selectmen made last week. Read the full article → from Public Safety Building: Correction – cruiser canopy isn’t a Town Meeting vote
SWL: “Southborough Golf Club” to replace “St. Mark’s Golf Club”
I don’t know how long it will take for the change to register with residents, players, and map apps, but our Town’s golf course has a new name. Read the full article → from SWL: “Southborough Golf Club” to replace “St. Mark’s Golf Club”
Transfer Station fees: Small change this year, deeper look for next year (Updated)
Town officials scrapped big changes to the Town’s trash disposal program this year. Instead, some users will see a $50 increase in Transfer Station sticker prices for this fall. And selectmen will task the Public Works Planning Board with another swing at a possible overhaul to funding for the following year. Read the full article → from Transfer Station fees: Small change this year, deeper look for next year (Updated)
Obituary: Thomas M. Morris, 61
Thomas M. Morris, 61, formerly of Southborough, MA, died Sunday, February 18, 2018 at home after an acute illness. He leaves his loving life partner, Nancy Jean Henry. Read the full article → from Obituary: Thomas M. Morris, 61
Post-season sports: Athletes head to New England championships; Winter playoffs begin
Kudos are in order for three Algonquin athletes heading to New England Championships this weekend. Plus, brackets have been posted for Ice Hockey and Basketball. Read the full article → from Post-season sports: Athletes head to New England championships; Winter playoffs begin
Public Safety Building: project bids due before Town Meeting; RFP being issued for solar canopies (Updated)
RFPs will be issued this week for Southborough Public Safet Building project. In hopes of cutting over $300K from the Public Safety Building project, the Town will also soon issue an RFP for solar canopy carports. Selectmen approved pursuing the option after last week’s update from the PSB Committee. Read the full article → from Public Safety Building: project bids due before Town Meeting; RFP being issued for solar canopies (Updated)
The week in government: ZBA on variances for Northborough Rd project and 2nd ext. for Over 55 housing at Southville & Parkerville
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: ZBA on variances for Northborough Rd project and 2nd ext. for Over 55 housing at Southville & Parkerville
40B window is open – SHOPC volunteer(s) needed to help with proactive affordability plan
The Town is again vulnerable to unwelcome development projects under 40B laws according to SHOPC’s Vice Chair. Read the full article → from 40B window is open – SHOPC volunteer(s) needed to help with proactive affordability plan
Police seek help IDing package thief
Police shared on Facebook the link to this video capturing the alleged theft of packages from a Southborough resident’s doorstep. Read the full article → from Police seek help IDing package thief
Why flags are at half staff: February 22, 2018 (Updated)
Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff in honor of Massachusetts State Representative Peter Kocot (1st Hampshire District of Northampton, MA), who passed away. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff: February 22, 2018 (Updated)
Obituary: Anita M. (DelSesto) Cibelli, 93
Anita M. (DelSesto) Cibelli, 93, formerly of Southborough and Mashpee, died on Monday, February 19, 2018 at St Camillus Health Center in Whitinsville. Read the full article → from Obituary: Anita M. (DelSesto) Cibelli, 93
9-11 Field turf replacement project in action
This week’s mild weather allowed contractors to spring into action and start rolling up the old turf at 9-11 field this week. Read the full article → from 9-11 Field turf replacement project in action
BOS on Thursday: Golf Course name change, Washington Street/Coslin Way, and updated Budget
Yesterday, the board posted an agenda for a meeting tomorrow night – Thursday, February 22nd. On the agenda are a hearing on accepting Washington St and Coslin Way, and updates on the FY19 Budget and Town Warrant.
Also on the agenda is the name change for the St. Mark’s Golf Course. Read the full article → from BOS on Thursday: Golf Course name change, Washington Street/Coslin Way, and updated Budget