Last week, two citizen petition Articles took stabs at changing the Board of Selectmen’s authority and hiring process related to the Town’s attorney. Both failed to pass muster with Town Meeting voters. Read the full article → from Town Meeting: Articles related to Town/Special Counsel fail to pass
News
Southborough author honors Trottier teacher and students in “Mr. Clark’s Big Band”
A Southborough author and mother chronicled the difficult and bittersweet journey of Trottier’s 2012-2013 Big Band and its beloved leader. Recently, key players from the story came together to celebrate its publication. Read the full article → from Southborough author honors Trottier teacher and students in “Mr. Clark’s Big Band”
Police logs: Smash-in at Cumberland Farms and smashed car window at St. Mark’s
The latest log from Southborough Police Department. Read the full article → from Police logs: Smash-in at Cumberland Farms and smashed car window at St. Mark’s
Mental Note of the Day (Mental Health Awareness month)
In co-sponsorship of Southborough Youth and Family Services’ Mental Health Awareness Month initiative, MySouthborough will be helping to promote awareness throughout May. Read the full article → from Mental Note of the Day (Mental Health Awareness month)
NECC’s 5K Walk/Run for Autism this Saturday
This Saturday, is New England Center for Children’s 11th Annual Walk/Run for Autism. Read the full article → from NECC’s 5K Walk/Run for Autism this Saturday
Political signs: Complaints of placement without permission, denials, and a rule reminder
The Town Building Commissioner asked me to remind campaigners and supporters about rules for posting political signs. The request came with information alleging that one candidate has been accused of breaking those rules. Read the full article → from Political signs: Complaints of placement without permission, denials, and a rule reminder
What do you want Candidates to address? (Reminder – Thursday is Candidates Night)
A week from today, voters will choose our Town Clerk and two members of the Board of Selectmen. Between now and then, you’ll be hearing from candidates trying to capture your vote.
I wondered, what issues would you like to see them address? Read the full article → from What do you want Candidates to address? (Reminder – Thursday is Candidates Night)
Mental Note of the Day (Mental Health Awareness month)
In co-sponsorship of Southborough Youth and Family Services’ Mental Health Awareness Month initiative, MySouthborough will be helping to promote awareness throughout May. Read the full article → from Mental Note of the Day (Mental Health Awareness month)
This week in sports (Updated)
Here’s what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from This week in sports (Updated)
Mental Health Awareness month: SYFS initiative (co-sponsored by MySouthborough)
Southborough Youth & Family Services is again promoting Mental Health Awareness month. Read the full article → from Mental Health Awareness month: SYFS initiative (co-sponsored by MySouthborough)
Missing “Aly” Cat (Updated)
I’ve been asked to alert readers about another missing cat. Read the full article → from Missing “Aly” Cat (Updated)
The week in government: Water Storage Tank, Chestnut Hill area development and first rights, Cain’s Crossing, and Ken’s Foods
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: Water Storage Tank, Chestnut Hill area development and first rights, Cain’s Crossing, and Ken’s Foods
Reminder – Seeking Artist submissions to Art on the Trails by Monday (May 1)
To help applicants for a juried art exhibit prepare, SOLF is offering a tour of the trail guided by the “juror” and the project director. Read the full article → from Reminder – Seeking Artist submissions to Art on the Trails by Monday (May 1)
Town Meeting: Recreation lighting projects and Historic preservation (or not)
I already updated you on what passed and failed at Town Meeting, including last night. And I filled you in on action around some of the business from Tuesday and Wednesday nights.
Now, here’s a deeper look back. Read the full article → from Town Meeting: Recreation lighting projects and Historic preservation (or not)