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Meeting changes: Golf Course Master Plan recommendation Wed; Selectmen react on Thursday; Marijuana hearings postponed
I always warn that the schedule for Government Meetings can change during the week. But there are enough important changes this week to warrant an update. Read the full article → from Meeting changes: Golf Course Master Plan recommendation Wed; Selectmen react on Thursday; Marijuana hearings postponed
Tennis Court Lights: Town reneging on promise to Trottier abutters? (Updated)
Officials are seeking permits this Wednesday that may allow the Town to renege on promises purportedly made to residents over 20 years ago. Read the full article → from Tennis Court Lights: Town reneging on promise to Trottier abutters? (Updated)
Donate to families in need “Just Because”: Drop off at Neary through Friday
A Southborough Girl Scout troop is collecting items for families in need. Donations to Project Just Because can be dropped at Neary through this Friday. Read the full article → from Donate to families in need “Just Because”: Drop off at Neary through Friday
This week in sports: Boys Hockey and Basketball in Division Quarter Finals
February break marked the end of the regular winter season for Algonquin’s varsity sports. Which means the full focus is on post-season tournaments. Read the full article → from This week in sports: Boys Hockey and Basketball in Division Quarter Finals
Obituary: Rose Mary (Carrier) Bartolini, 58
Rose Mary (Carrier) Bartolini, 58, of Hopkinton and formerly of Southborough passed away peacefully at her home in her family’s care on Saturday, February 25, 2017. Read the full article → from Obituary: Rose Mary (Carrier) Bartolini, 58
The week in government: Recreational Marijuana article hearings, public safety building info session and Special Town Meeting prep
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: Recreational Marijuana article hearings, public safety building info session and Special Town Meeting prep
Letter: Is the Golf Course Deal a good one or not?
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: Is the Golf Course Deal a good one or not?
Weigh in on the principal searches for Finn & Woodward – Thursday
The Principal Search Committees for Finn and Woodward are holding public feedback forums. Read the full article → from Weigh in on the principal searches for Finn & Woodward – Thursday
Tonight’s meetings: Master Plan recommendation at Senior Center; BOS possible vote on recommendation at Community House
There was some confusion over the process for tonight’s meetings on the St. Mark’s Golf Course. I already updated yesterday’s post. But given the importance of these meetings to so many readers, I thought this deserved a post of its own. Read the full article → from Tonight’s meetings: Master Plan recommendation at Senior Center; BOS possible vote on recommendation at Community House
Obituary: Paul M. Heffernan, 85
Paul M. Heffernan, 85, of Southborough, died on Monday, February 20, 2017, at his home, surrounded by family following a courageous battle with cancer. Read the full article → from Obituary: Paul M. Heffernan, 85
Long Cadillac invites local charities to apply for $10,000 grant
This charitable grant is planned as part of the 90th anniversary celebration. Read the full article → from Long Cadillac invites local charities to apply for $10,000 grant
Selectmen may amend Golf Course article to include CR; Related meetings Thurs night (Updated again)
Selectmen want voters to approve buying St. Mark’s Golf Course and building a new public safety complex on the site. To secure enough votes, they are considering including a Conservation Restriction on the over 90% remainder of the 60 acre parcel. Read the full article → from Selectmen may amend Golf Course article to include CR; Related meetings Thurs night (Updated again)
Get your Hamilton tickets here (or courtside Celtics tickets, an Ocean House overnight, and more)
The Southborough Education Foundation has opened bidding on silent auction items donated to this year’s Spelling Bee. Some of the items are sure to create a buzz. Read the full article → from Get your Hamilton tickets here (or courtside Celtics tickets, an Ocean House overnight, and more)