As most of you know by now, Selectman John Rooney stepped down on Monday night. When I posted the news earlier this week, I promised to find out if his seat could be filled in the upcoming election. The answer is, it can’t. Read the full article → from Filling Rooney’s seat before 2018 would require a special election
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Meet the finalists: Finn and Woodward principal candidates site visit with Meet & Greet – Monday
Site visits for the candidates are scheduled for Monday, April 10th and include opportunities for parents/the community to meet the finalists for Finn and Woodward principals. Read the full article → from Meet the finalists: Finn and Woodward principal candidates site visit with Meet & Greet – Monday
Why flags will be at half staff: April 6, 2017
Flags in Southborough and across the country are flying at half staff in honor of for former astronaut and Senator John Glenn until sunset today, April 6, 2017. Read the full article → from Why flags will be at half staff: April 6, 2017
Principal finalists for Finn (and Woodward) announced; Vice Principal asks upset supporters to respect committee’s choice (Updated)
This week, the announcement of finalists for Finn and Woodward principals spurred at group of parents to protest. Now the “passed over” candidate they rallied behind is thanking them, but asking them to back down. Read the full article → from Principal finalists for Finn (and Woodward) announced; Vice Principal asks upset supporters to respect committee’s choice (Updated)
Jr. T-Hawks news: Cheer on the East Coast champs; Registration open for Football & Cheer (Updated)
Northboro Southborough Football and Cheerleading will kick off on August 1st. But to qualify for the early bird rate, you need to sign kids up this month. Read the full article → from Jr. T-Hawks news: Cheer on the East Coast champs; Registration open for Football & Cheer (Updated)
Boston Marathon: Residents running for a cause (Updated)
Once again, Southborough runners are in training for the Boston Marathon. This year, 21 residents are assigned bibs. At least thirteen of them are using the Patriot’s Day run to raise funds for worthy causes. Read the full article → from Boston Marathon: Residents running for a cause (Updated)
Obituary: Kevin Giblin, 66
It is with deep and profound sadness that we say goodbye to Kevin Giblin, 66, who passed away in his home in Southborough, Massachusetts on April 3, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. Read the full article → from Obituary: Kevin Giblin, 66
John Rooney walks away from BOS; fellow selectmen express shock and dismay
Mid-Monday night’s Board of Selectmen meeting, member John Rooney shocked the room by changing the effective date of his resignation from one year out to immediately. Read the full article → from John Rooney walks away from BOS; fellow selectmen express shock and dismay
Michael Kelleher still missing after searches by friends and police dive team
Mass Live posted an overview on the search for Michael Kelleher. The only real new information is what hasn’t been found. Read the full article → from Michael Kelleher still missing after searches by friends and police dive team
Selectmen rule: Bartolini to remain on ZBA if recused from Park Central (until conflicts resolved)
Board of Selectmen members ruled that Leo Bartolini will keep his seat on the Zoning Board of Appeals. The vote was contingent on Bartolini recusing himself from any Park Central proceedings until conflict of interest issues are resolved. Read the full article → from Selectmen rule: Bartolini to remain on ZBA if recused from Park Central (until conflicts resolved)
Why flags are at half staff: April 3, 2017
Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff effective yesterday April 3, 2017 in honor of State Senator Kenneth Donnelly who died on April 2, 2017. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff: April 3, 2017
Police logs (3/27 – 3/30/17)
The latest log from Southborough Police Department. Read the full article → from Police logs (3/27 – 3/30/17)
Recruiting help to search for Michael Kelleher: Grid search in Boston today
A search for missing Southborough resident Michael Kelleher is happening in Boston today. The event, organized through Facebook, asks volunteers to help – even if it’s just for 30 minutes. Read the full article → from Recruiting help to search for Michael Kelleher: Grid search in Boston today
The week in government: Decision on Bartolini removal hearing (tonight), Town Meeting Article discussions and hearings
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: Decision on Bartolini removal hearing (tonight), Town Meeting Article discussions and hearings