Here is the latest round of videos from local media and the schools. Read the full article → from Videos: Common Core, Author Kirk Westphal, Pops Night, and Summer Concert (Updated)
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Guarding our homes this summer

The Southborough Police Department allows vacationing residents to request periodic checks on their homes. They also ask the community to report suspicious activity. Read the full article → from Guarding our homes this summer
Senior Center closed until August 3

The Southborough Senior Center is closed for renovations longer than expected. With that comes some adjustments to the program schedule. Read the full article → from Senior Center closed until August 3
The week in government: Historical and Advisory look at public safety building project

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: Historical and Advisory look at public safety building project
Obituary: Robert Francis Levangie, 77
Robert Francis Levangie, 77, of Southborough died peacefully at his home on Saturday, July 4, 2015 after a lengthy illness. Read the full article → from Obituary: Robert Francis Levangie, 77
Obituary: Alma Leola “Lee” (White) Vanni, 81
Alma Leola “Lee” (White) Vanni, 81, a Southborough resident for over 60 years, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, June 29, 2015. Read the full article → from Obituary: Alma Leola “Lee” (White) Vanni, 81
4th of July hours in Southborough

A look at what’s open and closed in town for the 4th of July holiday. Read the full article → from 4th of July hours in Southborough
Superintendent impresses school committees
Superintendent Christine Johnson received her first annual performance review this June. Read the full article → from Superintendent impresses school committees
Combined School Committee addresses criticism and community concerns
Earlier this month, district school committee members addressed parents’ concerns about members’ knowledge of Common Core issues. They also addressed criticism about committees’ communications with the community. Read the full article → from Combined School Committee addresses criticism and community concerns
Why flags are still at half staff: June 30, 2015 (and could be for a while)

Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff in honor of State Senator Thomas P. Kennedy. The Governer’s orders call for lowered flags until interment, which isn’t soon. Read the full article → from Why flags are still at half staff: June 30, 2015 (and could be for a while)
The week in government: Public Safety Committee and Economic Development

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 Committee and Economic Development
Obituary: Diane C. (Nolin) Provencher, 80
Diane C. (Nolin) Provencher, 80, of Southborough died peacefully on Saturday, June 27, 2015. Read the full article → from Obituary: Diane C. (Nolin) Provencher, 80
Why flags are at half staff: Monday, June 29

Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff in honor of of PFC Peter J. Handibode. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff: Monday, June 29
Golf for seniors: Clinics and group

Need work on your putting? Or looking for someone to put with? Either way, contact the Senior Center. Read the full article → from Golf for seniors: Clinics and group