H. Diane Brown, 83 of Southborough, died on Monday, August 1, 2016 at Metro West Medical Center in Framingham. Read the full article → from Obituary: H. Diane Brown, 83
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ZBA Park Central hearing and reorganization – this Monday (Updated)
Yesterday, the Zoning Board of Appeals met to continue the hearing on Park Central Developments. The hearing will now take place on Monday, August 8th at 7:30 pm. In related news, during public comments on Tuesday nights two residents objected to the handling of the petition to remove the ZBA chair. Read the full article → from ZBA Park Central hearing and reorganization – this Monday (Updated)
Grants available for serving Greater Worcester Community – apply by September 15

The Greater Worcester Community Foundation asked me to help them get the word out. They are accepting a new round of grant proposals from organizations that serve our region. Read the full article → from Grants available for serving Greater Worcester Community – apply by September 15
Obituary: Calvin (Cal, Callie) J. Mauro, 90
Calvin (Cal, Callie) J. Mauro, 90, a lifelong resident of Southborough passed away peacefully at his home with family on Sunday, July 31st. Read the full article → from Obituary: Calvin (Cal, Callie) J. Mauro, 90
Zoning Board news: Chair stepping down but not out; former Planning candidate appointed

This afternoon, the ZBA will take first steps to reorganize – in response to a citizen petition opposing the Chair. Read the full article → from Zoning Board news: Chair stepping down but not out; former Planning candidate appointed
Back to school supply lists posted for K-8

If you’ve been waiting to find out what supplies you need, wait no longer. Read the full article → from Back to school supply lists posted for K-8
ZBA meeting to continue Park Central hearing

The Zoning Board of Appeals will briefly meet on it this Wednesday at 2:00 pm. But it looks like a meeting you can skip. Read the full article → from ZBA meeting to continue Park Central hearing
Honor Flight opportunity for veterans of WWII or Korea

I’ve been asked to share information with WWII and Korean War veterans and their families. Read the full article → from Honor Flight opportunity for veterans of WWII or Korea
Update on Assabet JROTC program: Instructor resigns, administration claims refuted, outside funding rejected, but program continues
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
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