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
News
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)
Transport for seniors or disabled: $2 door-to-door, anywhere in 12 towns (and other cheap options)
Did you know about MWRTA’s low cost door-to-door service for Southborough seniors and residents with disabilities? Read the full article → from Transport for seniors or disabled: $2 door-to-door, anywhere in 12 towns (and other cheap options)
ARHS: AP growth, writing assistance, security increased, aid for returning students, inauguration field trip, and competitive dancing
Rounding up several stories out of Algonquin Regional High School. Read the full article → from ARHS: AP growth, writing assistance, security increased, aid for returning students, inauguration field trip, and competitive dancing
SAM’s “Southborough Veterans: Local Life Lessons”
The “home grown documentary”, as captioned on YouTube covers “Local veterans, crossing generations, continuing to impact their community, beyond their duty to the US military.” Read the full article → from SAM’s “Southborough Veterans: Local Life Lessons”
Recreation news: Commission seat open and Choate Lights approved
Southborough Recreation is looking to fill a vacancy on their commission. Read the full article → from Recreation news: Commission seat open and Choate Lights approved
SWL: Unlicensed Southborough teen arrested for car crash
A family of four, including a 1-year-old suffered minor injuries after their car was struck head-on. Read the full article → from SWL: Unlicensed Southborough teen arrested for car crash
The week in government: Choate Field lights; Changing Landscape of Special Education
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: Choate Field lights; Changing Landscape of Special Education
This week in sports (Updated)
Here’s what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from This week in sports (Updated)
ZBA to bring Flagg Road safety issues to BOS – February 2nd
This week, the Zoning Board of Appeals informed the public that they will be asking Selectmen to approve “three major” safety measures for Flagg Road and Deerfoot Road. Read the full article → from ZBA to bring Flagg Road safety issues to BOS – February 2nd