Town officials have been talking for a while about making our government more open and transparent. Now they are getting some assistance in seeing things through. Read the full article → from Southborough getting state assistance with transparency
Last night, the Board of Selectmen reassured volunteers that they are still prioritizing a Public Safety Building project. Chair John Rooney told the study committee they hope to complete negotiations with St. Mark’s School for land acquisition within 2-3 weeks. The Town will be seeking to put something on the Presidential election ballot.
As part of the effort, Rooney agreed that it makes sense to vet out opponents on Town Committees when reappointments are made this June. Read the full article → from Public Safety building update: BOS aiming for Presidential ballot; may vet out reappointment of opponents (Updated)
The SPD is asking for anyone who witnessed or has information related to the crash to contact the Detective Division. The SPD has also released its latest logs, covering Thursday through Sunday. Read the full article → from Police looking for help investigating Rte 9 crash (and the latest Police Logs)
The Southborough Recreation Department is once again offering its popular summer camp programs at Finn and Woodward this year. Sessions run weekly from July 1 through August 16. Sign up before Thursday, April 18 to take advantage of the early bird discount. Read the full article → from Spring RAP registration and discount for summer camps end tomorrow
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: St. Mark’s Solar Array at Planning Board, Public Safety Building update at BOS; Regional School Committee
Here’s what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from This week in sports: Another coach honored and varsity winning streaks
Over objections from neighbors, the Zoning Board of Appeals approved a permit to build an 11-unit senior housing development on the corner of Southville and Parkerville roads. Read the full article → from Caine’s Crossing: 11 senior housing units approved at Southville & Parkerville
Tonight’s, the Board of Selectmen will likely approve an updated Host Community Agreement for the Medical Marijuana dispensary coming to 255 Turnpike Drive. Read the full article → from BOS to vote on updated Host Agreement with CommCan tonight
Beverly Ann (Boyle) Fallon, 79 of Southborough and formerly of Milton died peacefully on Monday, April 18, 2016 at home surrounded by her family. Read the full article → from Obituary: Beverly Ann (Boyle) Fallon, 79
Next week is the last week of April, and that means it’s time for the annual flushing of the hydrants in Southborough. It will take nearly all week for the DPW to flush all the hydrants in town, and when they’re doing the ones in your neck of the woods, you may notice your tap water running brown. Read the full article → from Hydrant flushing next week (Check taps and the schedule before you wash a load!)
Next week, kids in town can compete for the Major Leagues thanks to the Little League. Winners of the Pitch, Hit, & Run competition may advance to Fenway for the state competition, or even to Nationals in July.
The town event is open to all resident 7-12 year olds. Read the full article → from MLB Pitch, Hit & Run for 7-14 year olds – April 30 (Updated)
Almost 8 years after the Woodland Meadows 40B development started making headlines, four 2-bedroom affordable units will be allotted. Read the full article → from Woodland Meadows Affordable Housing lottery
The Library Board of Trustees is again hosting their annual Candidates’ Night. Read the full article → from Meet the Candidates – April 28
Here’s what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from This week in sports: Free throw champ