A “discussion” forum is being held tomorrow night. The topic “The Implications of Recreational Marijuana Legalization For Our Children and
Communities”. Read the full article → from Discussion of implication of recreational marijuana on community – Wednesday night
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Why flags are at half staff: October 25, 2016
Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff in honor of SSG Sean Christopher O’Connell, U.S. Army 379th Engineer Company, of Rockland, MA. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff: October 25, 2016
This week in sports: Golf at Division 1 Tournament; T-Hawks Football headed to playoffs?
Here’s what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from This week in sports: Golf at Division 1 Tournament; T-Hawks Football headed to playoffs?
The week in government: Public Safety on St. Mark’s Golf Course; Park Central at ConComm
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: Public Safety on St. Mark’s Golf Course; Park Central at ConComm
Moderator had indicated to Main St opponents he would accept motion to combine articles
It appears that the Town Moderator led Main Street opponents to believe that they would be allowed to ask voters to present their case at Town Meeting before a vote on Article 4. Read the full article → from Moderator had indicated to Main St opponents he would accept motion to combine articles
St. Mark’s shares golf course deed
St. Mark’s provided backup to the Town’s assertion that the 60 acre golf course could be developed if voters don’t agree to purchase it. Read the full article → from St. Mark’s shares golf course deed
Town releases plans for land deal with St. Mark’s; Golf course original gift may not prevent development
This week, the Board of Selectmen shared more details on a proposed deal to swap land for a future Public Safety Building. And, according to an earlier press release*, rumors of the St. Mark’s Golf Restriction may be incorrect or exaggerated. Read the full article → from Town releases plans for land deal with St. Mark’s; Golf course original gift may not prevent development
Obituary: Mary L. (Ferris) Rhodes, 58
Mary L. (Ferris) Rhodes, 58, of Southborough, died Tuesday, October 18, 2016 in her home, surrounded by her loving family, after a long illness. Read the full article → from Obituary: Mary L. (Ferris) Rhodes, 58
Use Variance removal and plans to codify dependable bylaws for good development (Updated)
As I posted earlier, Town Meeting voters stripped the Zoning Board of Appeals of its ability to grant Use Variances. Read the full article → from Use Variance removal and plans to codify dependable bylaws for good development (Updated)
Voters turnout to approve Main St, reject Use Variance, and gate Flagg Rd; Controversy over Moderator’s calls
Last night, Southborough held the Special Town Meeting I’ve been warning you about forever. Judging by the tone and actions of voters, the main attraction was the Use Variance bylaw.
Close to 10% of Southborough’s registered voters turned up at Trottier Middle School to make their voices heard. But there is controversy over whether that happened or some voices were unfairly muted. Read the full article → from Voters turnout to approve Main St, reject Use Variance, and gate Flagg Rd; Controversy over Moderator’s calls
ARHS Cross Country running Shoe Drive
Algonquin’s running teams are collecting shoes this fall. No, they won’t be wearing them. The shoes will be sold as part of a win-win-win fundraiser. Read the full article → from ARHS Cross Country running Shoe Drive
Police logs (10/9 – 10/12/16): Ringing the wrong doorbell and owner rummaging through own vehicle
The latest log from Southborough Police Department. Read the full article → from Police logs (10/9 – 10/12/16): Ringing the wrong doorbell and owner rummaging through own vehicle
Bring the kids to Town Meeting tonight – but please register first
Southborough Recreation informs me that they successfully recruited more babysitters. That means they have re-opened registration for babysitting at tonight’s Special Town Meeting. Read the full article → from Bring the kids to Town Meeting tonight – but please register first
Selectmen appoint non-developer ZBA members (Updated)
Last night, the Board of Selectmen appointed a new member and alternate to the Zoning Board of Appeals. In selecting from the six candidates, most selectmen prioritized adding diversity to the board by focusing on members outside “the business”. Read the full article → from Selectmen appoint non-developer ZBA members (Updated)