A Southborough Episcopal Priest has been elected Bishop for western Washington. After 13 years serving at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, Rev. Philip LaBelle will be relocating for his new post this summer. Read the full article → from St. Mark’s pastor promoted to Bishop
After a long hiatus, Historical Commission is promoting its relaunched Historic House Sign Program. It is encouraging owners of qualifying homes to apply prior to June 30th to receive a free sign. Read the full article → from Historic House Sign program — apply ASAP (Updated)
At this week’s Planning Board meeting, the board and public weighed in on a potential compromise for a 40B project abutting Breakneck Hill Conservation Land. There were still details some were still a little wary about. But it appeared to have some general support, at least directionally. Read the full article → from 120 Turnpike Road: Compromise in discussion
Algonquin students have taken action after finding out that math teacher Benjamin Burger has not been asked to return for the 2024-2025 school year. Read the full article → from Non-Renewal of Algonquin Teacher’s Contract Ignites Student Backlash
Last summer, I shared news on American Legion’s Northboro’s baseball team, which features many players from Southborough and Algonquin Regional. Tonight, the program is holding a fundraiser at a local restaurant. Read the full article → from Restaurant fundraiser for local American League Baseball team Tonight
On June 15th artists, will install works alongside the Beals Preserve trails for the 8th annual Art on the Trails exhibit. Organizers have announced the artists selected to be part of the “Legacy” themed exhibit. Read the full article → from Art on the Trails Installation — June 15
The Southborough Police Department is issuing a warning after a Black Bear was spotted on in Southborough, ” in various locations on the South side of town (Hopkinton/Ashland border). Read the full article → from SPD: Black Bear alert
Highlights from last week’s competitions and what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from The week in sports
Here is a selection of the committee and board meetings for the week along with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government
The community is invited to a closing reception for an art exhibit at the Southborough Library next week. Read the full article → from Art Reception at the Library – Thursday
In two weeks, the community is invited to “Celebrate Wellness”. The reception will feature music, art and light refreshments in honor of Mental Health Awareness month.
It will also include the presentation of the annual Laurie Sugarman Whittier Wellness Award. This year’s recipient is Southborough resident Dr. Safdar Medina. Read the full article → from Celebrate Wellness (and Safdar Medina) – May 29th
Southborough Youth & Family Services is offering another free suicide prevention training. Next week’s session will be held over zoom. Read the full article → from Sign up for a workshop on How ANY Person Can Prevent Suicide
The Town is actively recruiting for a “Summer Program Supervisor”. And I just realized that while I shared with readers that a new Building Commissioner would be needed, I never shared the posting once it was available.
As usual, while I’m sharing these jobs, I’m tacking on the latest postings for Southborough schools and Algonquin. Read the full article → from Job listings
Early this morning, I reported who won the annual Town Election. Now, I’m digging into the results and adding some context. Read the full article → from Election Result Highlights (Updated-Again)