The Worcester Telegram sheds a little more light on the recent controversy at Algonquin. Read the full article → from Telegram sheds light on #FreeWalsh
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Town to demolish old barn on Middle Road

One selectman has asked how the Town could allow property it owns to fall into hazardous disrepair. Read the full article → from Town to demolish old barn on Middle Road
Flu vaccinations – Thursday, October 8

The Board of Health is holding Flu Clinics for residents twelve and older, with a special one for seniors. Read the full article → from Flu vaccinations – Thursday, October 8
Fire Department news: Camper fire, training and equipment, good family news, and accident pics

Since we no longer have the Fire Department logs to update us, I like to share the SFD’s Facebook posts on occasion. They don’t cover every call, but pictures supposedly speak a thousand words! This week, I’m also sharing photos submitted by a reader from the accident scene on Middle Road. Read the full article → from Fire Department news: Camper fire, training and equipment, good family news, and accident pics
Superintendent: Algonquin’s Dick Walsh will continue to guide students within athletic department

It appears our high school has been all atwitter with (possibly inaccurate) news that longtime school employee Dick Walsh was being forced out. Read the full article → from Superintendent: Algonquin’s Dick Walsh will continue to guide students within athletic department
Library Book and Bake Sale: Heritage Day

The Friends of the Southborough Library are getting ready for their big Book and Bake Sale on Monday, October 12th – Heritage Day. We are seeking volunteers and donations to help.
(We’ll also need lots of customers – so save the date! It’s an easy one to remember.) Read the full article → from Library Book and Bake Sale: Heritage Day
SWL: Teacher lawsuit moving forward with one less claim
Southborough Wicked Local reports that a lawsuit against our school district will proceed, but with one claim dismissed. Read the full article → from SWL: Teacher lawsuit moving forward with one less claim
St. Mark’s Sesquicentennial: Celebration with fireworks(?) and weekend traffic (Updated)

St. Mark’s School is proud to be celebrating 150 years. They are inviting the community to join them for fireworks and to cheer on athletes.
The invitation comes with a traffic warning. Read the full article → from St. Mark’s Sesquicentennial: Celebration with fireworks(?) and weekend traffic (Updated)
Southborough Emergency warns of potential for flooding

Southborough Emergency Management asked me to share a warning. With expected rain deluges today and tomorrow, there is reasonable concern for flooded basements. And as we approach the weekend they are keeping an eye on potential for flash flooding of streets. Read the full article → from Southborough Emergency warns of potential for flooding
Girl Scouts Fall Sales: Candy, nuts and magazines

The Girl Scouts are famous for one annual fundraiser. But did you know that another annual fundraiser benefits local troops more? Read the full article → from Girl Scouts Fall Sales: Candy, nuts and magazines
BOS to expand Public Safety Committee charter and add members October 6th

Last week, the Board of Selectmen interviewed candidates and filled a vacancy for a position on the Public Safety Committee. Next week, they expect to expand the committee by adding three more members. Read the full article → from BOS to expand Public Safety Committee charter and add members October 6th
This week in sports

Here’s what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from This week in sports
Obituary: Eileen Mary (Sullivan) Perham

Eileen Mary (Sullivan) Perham, 92, passed away gracefully on Sept. 21, 2015 at Beaumont Nursing Home in Northborough where she had been a resident since 2009. Read the full article → from Obituary: Eileen Mary (Sullivan) Perham
Obituary: Robert A. Hutt, age 87

Robert A. Hutt, age 87 of Southborough, died at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital surrounded by his loving family on September 22, 2015. Read the full article → from Obituary: Robert A. Hutt, age 87