
This month, Safewise home security published its list of the 50 safest cities in Massachusetts based on crime reports. Our town was ranked at #15. Read the full article → from Southborough judged the 15th “safest city” in the state (Updated)

This month, Safewise home security published its list of the 50 safest cities in Massachusetts based on crime reports. Our town was ranked at #15. Read the full article → from Southborough judged the 15th “safest city” in the state (Updated)

Superintendent Christine Johnson recently shared news with parents on upcoming workshops, a task force, and updates on standardized testing. Read the full article → from School district news: MCAS, student sleep issues, STEM, and curriculum advisory topics

Northborough-Southborough Softball Association is promoting early bird registration for the spring season. Read the full article → from Register for Spring Softball
Abutters to Fay School’s athletic field complex behind Mill Street are appealing a recent decision by the Planning Board. Southborough Youth Soccer is now seeking help in opposing the appeal. Read the full article → from ZBA to hear appeal of turf field at Fay complex; Youth Soccer seeking support

The Epicurean Room is Assabet’s full-service, student-run restaurant, bake shop and catering service.
This year, it’s undergone a renovation. Read the full article → from Grand Reopening of Assabet’s renovated Epicurean Room tomorrow
Here’s what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from This week in sports

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: Public Safety Study Committee and lots of school meetings

DayBreak offers “Socialization for Seniors and Respite for Caregivers”. Read the full article → from Take a “DayBreak” from caregiving
Did your family have a great time atHeritage Day or the Chestnut Hill Farm festival? Did you get a great shot of the parade or the pumpkin wall? Send me your pics to share! Email mysouthborough@gmail.com. While you’re at it, send in some photos of your favorite nature photos of Southborough this fall. The town is Read the full article → from Send in your pics

Two disposal/recycling events are coming up that are worth noting. While I’m at it, I might as well throw in reminders about other options. Read the full article → from Recycling, reuse and hazardous waste events this Saturday and next, plus ongoing resources

The Town is hosting a presentation by the AG’s office next Thursday, October 15. The purpose is to better inform town employees and committee members of the ethics rules they need to follow.
The forum is also open to any member of the public who wants to better understand the transparency and conflict laws. Read the full article → from Reminder: Submit questions on Open Meeting or Conflict laws and register for October 15 forum
Barbara J. (Harlow) Clark, 89, of Southborough and Venice, FL, died peacefully on Tuesday, October 6, 2015 at Beaumont Skilled Nursing &Rehab Center in Westborough. Read the full article → from Obituary: Barbara J. (Harlow) Clark, 89
Francis James ‘REM’ Ramelli, Jr., 80, of Saint Agatha, ME and formally of Southborough, passed away peacefully on Sunday October 4, 2015 at Cary Medical Center in Caribou ME. Read the full article → from Obituary: Francis James ‘REM’ Ramelli, Jr., 80

Two Southborough residents are opening a sewing studio in town. The new business is being launched by working-mom friends Kristen McCarthy and Betsy Flynn Gobron.
To celebrate, they are holding an Open House with free refreshments and activities. Read the full article → from New sewing studio open house – October 14 (Updated)