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
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Why flags are at half staff: March 23, 2016
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
Obituary: George Aselbekian, 81
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
ZBA accused again of overreaching on Park Central
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
Town Election update: Races for Moderator and Planning
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
The week in government: Park Central waivers, Marijuana dispensary (bylaw discussions and permit hearing), and 55+ housing at Southville & Parkerville
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
Police logs (3/14-3/20): Larcenies and dumping
The latest log from Southborough Police Department. Read the full article → from Police logs (3/14-3/20): Larcenies and dumping
Register by Tuesday night to vote in Town Meeting and May election
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
This week in sports: Out with winter and in with spring
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
School closed March 21, 2016
After an unusually mild winter, spring kicked of with an ill timed Nor’easter. Read the full article → from School closed March 21, 2016
School fun: Videos capture a Day in the life, improv, jazz, spelling bee, and cheer
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
How would adopting “Energy Stretch” codes impact building? March 29 info session
The Green Technology Committee is reaching out to the community on their Warrant Article to adopt “Energy Stretch Building Codes”. Read the full article → from How would adopting “Energy Stretch” codes impact building? March 29 info session
Why flags will are at half staff: March 18, 2016
Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff in honor of State Trooper Thomas L. Clardy. Read the full article → from Why flags will are at half staff: March 18, 2016
ARHS Boys Hockey going for state title
Gonk Hockey beat down Westfield in the state semi-finals last night. This weekend, they’re heading to the Garden for the first time in team history. Read the full article → from ARHS Boys Hockey going for state title