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
I received another posting of jobs available in Southborough. Read the full article → from Job listings:
Last night, the Zoning Board of Appeals voted to deny the permit for a controversial 200 unit 40B development project at Park Central.
The most likely scenario is the case will be appealed. And attorneys for both the developer and the Town seem to agree that it is unlikely for the project to get thrown out all together. Read the full article → from ZBA Denies Park Central 40B Permit
If you haven’t walked Art on the Trails yet this summer, time is running out. And if you did enjoy the experience, or you’re a big fan of poetry, you may want to mark your calendars. Read the full article → from Art on the Trails closing ceremony — September 15
Southborough has another author in its midst. Caysey Harvey reached out, seeking community support for her self-published children’s book, “Max’s Life in Blue “. Read the full article → from Southborough author publishes “Tale of Colors, Family, & Self-Love”