Selectmen agreed that the spot wasn’t the best choice. Still, they voted to provide a letter of non-opposition to the dispensary. Read the full article → from BOS approves “non-opposition” to Medical Marijuana Dispensary but urges seeking new site
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Make sure you are correctly enrolled (or unenrolled) for the Primary – deadline Feb 10 (Updated)
Did you know that Independent is a party affiliation, which is different than being unenrolled? And are you sure which way you are registered? Read the full article → from Make sure you are correctly enrolled (or unenrolled) for the Primary – deadline Feb 10 (Updated)
Algonquin Basketball Clinic for 3-8 graders over February break
Algonquin Basketball coaches and players will hold another clinic for 3rd – 8th grade boys and girls over the upcoming school break. Read the full article → from Algonquin Basketball Clinic for 3-8 graders over February break
Opioid Use and Abuse forum: Video and highlights (Updated)
At a public forum, Southborough Police Chief Kenneth Paulhus was among the experts who addressed the effects of drugs on youth and crime. The focus of the evening was the danger that could be found in your own medicine cabinet.
Paulhus explained the effect of increased drug abuse on our community. Read the full article → from Opioid Use and Abuse forum: Video and highlights (Updated)
Planning Board hearings: Changes to Over 55 & solar zoning – Feb 8; St. Mark’s Solar – Feb 22
Upcoming hearings cover a controversial solar installation and changes to Solar and Over 55 development bylaws. Read the full article → from Planning Board hearings: Changes to Over 55 & solar zoning – Feb 8; St. Mark’s Solar – Feb 22
The week in government: Medical Marijuana Dispensary siting and Burnett Estate preservation
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: Medical Marijuana Dispensary siting and Burnett Estate preservation
Grants available for youth summer programs serving Greater Worcester – apply by February 26
The Greater Worcester Community Foundation has announced another grant opportunity. This time, the focus is on summer programs for youth. Read the full article → from Grants available for youth summer programs serving Greater Worcester – apply by February 26
This week in sports: Boys Track snags League Championship; Girls swim heads to invitationals
Here’s what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from This week in sports: Boys Track snags League Championship; Girls swim heads to invitationals
Obituary: Robert J. Ruch, 87
Robert J. Ruch, 87, of Westborough, formerly of Southborough, passed away on Thursday, January 28, 2016 at the Kindred Transitional and Rehab. Read the full article → from Obituary: Robert J. Ruch, 87
Stir over Medical Marijuana dispensary
Yesterday, I informed readers that selectmen will be addressing a potential Medical Marijuana dispensary in Town at their Tuesday meeting.
The news not only stirred up controversy in the comments, it spurned an online petition. Read the full article → from Stir over Medical Marijuana dispensary
Burnett Estate preservation BOS vote scheduled for Tuesday; no Flagg Road discussion posted (Updated)
Above: A vote that may impact the Burnett estate’s fate is scheduled for the next Board of Selectmen meeting. Meanwhile, an item publicly announced for discussion (Flagg Road) isn’t posted. Read the full article → from Burnett Estate preservation BOS vote scheduled for Tuesday; no Flagg Road discussion posted (Updated)
SWL: Rte. 9 water main replacement blocking Woodland Road intersection
Southborough Wicked Local reports that the Route 9 Water Main project is still under way. Read the full article → from SWL: Rte. 9 water main replacement blocking Woodland Road intersection
Police logs: Robbery at Falconi’s, suspicous footprints, and gun fire
The latest log from Southborough Police Department. Read the full article → from Police logs: Robbery at Falconi’s, suspicous footprints, and gun fire
Medical Marijuana dispensary pursuing Southborough location (Updated)
An applicant is taking steps to site a Medical Marijuana dispensary in Southborough. Read the full article → from Medical Marijuana dispensary pursuing Southborough location (Updated)