Southborough officials are preparing to update the Town’s Open Space and Recreation Plan. But first, they want to hear from you. Read the full article → from Weigh in on Open Space & Recreation – February 4
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Obituary: Isreal (Bud) Martin, 84

Isreal (Bud) Martin, formally of Southborough, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2016 in Plymouth, Massachusetts, with family by his side. Read the full article → from Obituary: Isreal (Bud) Martin, 84
Scholarships through GWCF – apply by March 7

Another organization has announced that scholarships are available to Southborough residents. Read the full article → from Scholarships through GWCF – apply by March 7
Southborough Troop sends popcorn to the troops

This year, Troop 92 was able to donate $2,000 worth of popcorn to service members on an aircraft carrier in the Persian Gulf. Read the full article → from Southborough Troop sends popcorn to the troops
Public forum on opioid crisis – Jan 25
The Worcester County DA’s office and our state legislators are sponsoring a community forum on the opioid use crisis. Read the full article → from Public forum on opioid crisis – Jan 25
Town Planner vacancy

Town Planner Jennifer Burney’s last day is this Friday. Read the full article → from Town Planner vacancy
SEF Red Apple awards

The Southborough Education Foundation (SEF) would like to congratulate this year’s Red Apple Award Honorees. Read the full article → from SEF Red Apple awards
Transportation news: MassPike tolls, train fare & schedule, and Boroughs’ “Last Mile Connection”

If you are a resident, you may be concerned about news related to commuting elsewhere by rail or Mass Pike. If you own an area business (or are encouraging local development), you’re likely more worried about commuting within our local hub.
Recent announcements cover it all. Read the full article → from Transportation news: MassPike tolls, train fare & schedule, and Boroughs’ “Last Mile Connection”
Got talent? Audition for the 16th Annual Rotary Talent Show

It’s time once again to start thinking about the Southborough Rotary Club Talent Show, a fun annual event that features students in grades 5 and up performing acts of all types, from singing and dancing to juggling and martial arts. Read the full article → from Got talent? Audition for the 16th Annual Rotary Talent Show
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
The week in government: EDC, Personnel Board and School committee & council meetings

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: EDC, Personnel Board and School committee & council meetings
Police logs (1/7-1/10): Home break-in and Hit & Run

The latest log from Southborough Police Department. Read the full article → from Police logs (1/7-1/10): Home break-in and Hit & Run
Obituary: Joanne Ropi Kinas, 64

Mrs. Joanne Ropi Kinas, age 64, of Southborough and formerly of Framingham, passed away at Brigham and Women’s Hospital on Thursday, January 7, 2016. Read the full article → from Obituary: Joanne Ropi Kinas, 64
Burnett House owner warns preservation in peril

The owner warned that if an agreement isn’t “immediately” reached to address preserving the estate in front of Annual Town Meeting, he “will be forced to entertain the other available options for the property.” Read the full article → from Burnett House owner warns preservation in peril