Next week, Algonquin Regional is honoring R-word awareness. The program is sponsored by ARHS Best Buddies. Read the full article → from Algonquin looking to end the R-word: Motivational comedian – March 31
Last night, the ZBA held a hearing on a proposed Medical Marijuana dispensary. After 3 1/2 hours of presentations, public comments and board discussion, the hearing was continued for a likely vote tonight. Read the full article → from ZBA rushing Marijuana Dispensary decision prior to Town Meeting? 6:30 pm hearing tonight (Final update)
At Town Meeting in April, voters will be asked to authorize the Town to negotiate (or “take”) easements for the Main Street redesign project. In preparation, the Main Street Design Working Group is hosting a community forum. Read the full article → from Main Street easements article; Q&A – March 30
There has been a lot in the news about the opiod abuse crisis, especially among youth. I have three related news items to share on the issue that effect our community. Read the full article → from Opiod abuse news: District waiver on student abuse screening, pending Narcan policy for schools, and invite to parent forum on abuse awareness
Flags in Southborough and across the nation are flying at half staff in solidarity with the victims of the terror attacks in Brussels. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff: March 23, 2016
George Aselbekian, 81, died suddenly on Monday, March 21, 2016 at MetroWest Medical Center surrounded by his family. Read the full article → from Obituary: George Aselbekian, 81
This week, two boards met to discuss alleged overreach by the Zoning Board of Appeals on the largest development project that Southborough has ever had. And a third party reports that its Chair will seek to reverse the decisions behind the controversy. Read the full article → from ZBA accused again of overreaching on Park Central
Yesterday was the filing deadline for candidates in this year’s Town Election. And since my last post, another race popped up, featuring some familiar rivals. Read the full article → from Town Election update: Races for Moderator and Planning
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: Park Central waivers, Marijuana dispensary (bylaw discussions and permit hearing), and 55+ housing at Southville & Parkerville
The latest log from Southborough Police Department. Read the full article → from Police logs (3/14-3/20): Larcenies and dumping
To participate in deciding our Town’s budgets, bylaws, and elected officials, you need to be registered in Southborough by tomorrow night. Read the full article → from Register by Tuesday night to vote in Town Meeting and May election
Reporting out on Boys Ice Hockey’s big game and the start of the spring season. Read the full article → from This week in sports: Out with winter and in with spring
After an unusually mild winter, spring kicked of with an ill timed Nor’easter. Read the full article → from School closed March 21, 2016
Here is the latest round of videos from local media and the schools. Read the full article → from School fun: Videos capture a Day in the life, improv, jazz, spelling bee, and cheer