Southborough Wicked Local reports that the program’s original instructor has resigned over the school’s handling of staffing and budget issues. Read the full article → from Update on Assabet JROTC program: Instructor resigns, administration claims refuted, outside funding rejected, but program continues
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The week in government: Selectmen interview ZBA candidates and update on Flagg Rd, Public Safety building, Marijuana dispensary, & Main St
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: Selectmen interview ZBA candidates and update on Flagg Rd, Public Safety building, Marijuana dispensary, & Main St
Selectmen on ZBA: Discussion in closed session; interview of new candidates Tuesday night
The Board of Selectmen have posted the agenda for Tuesday, August 2nd. Read the full article → from Selectmen on ZBA: Discussion in closed session; interview of new candidates Tuesday night
Let it rain: Impact of dry spell on brush fire and crops
You may be bummed by today’s forecast for rain. But firefighters dealing with a stubburn brush fire and farmers at Chestnut Hill Farm are likely disappointed that it won’t be more. Read the full article → from Let it rain: Impact of dry spell on brush fire and crops
Another update on Southborough Town government transparency
The Town website posts upcoming meetings, but often with too short notice for residents trying to follow issues. Read the full article → from Another update on Southborough Town government transparency
Another brush fire behind Pinecone Lane
The Southborough Fire Department has been busy over the past week dealing with brush fires – including another today. Read the full article → from Another brush fire behind Pinecone Lane
Park Central: Upcoming meetings, extended comment deadline, and petition reaction (Updated – again)
A reader asked me to confirm and post upcoming meetings scheduled for review of projects at Park Central. Read the full article → from Park Central: Upcoming meetings, extended comment deadline, and petition reaction (Updated – again)
Police logs (7/21-7/26): Burglary at Turnpike Liquor
The latest log from Southborough Police Department. Read the full article → from Police logs (7/21-7/26): Burglary at Turnpike Liquor
Handling of crushed pavilion at Fayville to be determined
As shared on my Facebook page Saturday, the pavilion was crushed at Harold E. Fay Memorial Field & Playground. Read the full article → from Handling of crushed pavilion at Fayville to be determined
Obituary: Roland P. Flot, 91
Roland P. Flot, 91, a longtime resident of Southborough, died at Beaumont Nursing Home in Westborough, on Monday, July 25, 2016. Read the full article → from Obituary: Roland P. Flot, 91
MWDN: Shooting injury at Southborough Rod & Gun Club
Metrowest Daily News reports that a woman was injured in the leg yesterday by shrapnel after accidentally discharging her gun at the ground. Read the full article → from MWDN: Shooting injury at Southborough Rod & Gun Club
Obituary: Lois (Johnson) Earhart, 97
Lois (Johnson) Earhart, 97 of Southborough, died on Saturday, July 23, 2016 at her home surrounded by her family. Read the full article → from Obituary: Lois (Johnson) Earhart, 97
9 year old baseball All Star champs
Proud parents are sharing news of their hardworking baseball All Stars. Read the full article → from 9 year old baseball All Star champs
SWL: Petitioners seek to oust ZBA Chair; Park Central at heart of complaints
Southborough Wicked Local reports that a petition has been submitted to the Town requesting removal of Leo Bartolini as Chair of the Zoning Board of Appeals. Read the full article → from SWL: Petitioners seek to oust ZBA Chair; Park Central at heart of complaints