According to Southborough Wicked Local, Southborough public schools and Algonquin rejected an option to switch to PARCC testing for the spring Read the full article → from SWL: Schools stick with MCAS; Algonquin short on hours, drops “open campus” exam periods
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Obituary: Andrew A. Dragomani, 93
Andrew A. Dragomani, 93 , of Westborough and formerly of Southborough died on Wednesday, December 16, 2015 at the Coleman House in Northborough. Read the full article → from Obituary: Andrew A. Dragomani, 93
Corridor Nine mini grants include two Southborough Schools

Corridor Nine recently gave out 25 mini-grants to educators. Two went to teachers at Southborough schools. Read the full article → from Corridor Nine mini grants include two Southborough Schools
(Updated & Corrected) Residents question updated Park Central Traffic Study; ZBA seeking advice on commercial vehicle parking problems on Flagg Road
Last week, the Zoning Board of Appeals was presented an updated traffic study for the proposed Park Central complex. Read the full article → from (Updated & Corrected) Residents question updated Park Central Traffic Study; ZBA seeking advice on commercial vehicle parking problems on Flagg Road
Obituary: Clyde W. Buzzell, 73
Clyde W. Buzzell, 73 of Southborough passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 16, 2015 at his home where he has lived since he was 4 years old. Read the full article → from Obituary: Clyde W. Buzzell, 73
St. Mark’s Church offers solace for Christmas Blues – December 22nd service

St. Mark’s Episcopal Church is reaching out to those in the community who need solace this season with a special Blue Christmas Service. Read the full article → from St. Mark’s Church offers solace for Christmas Blues – December 22nd service
Police warning: Three break-ins and another attempt

Southborough Police are warning residents about recent break-ins in the area of Woodland Road. And they are reminding us to secure windows and doors (and hide your valuables!) Read the full article → from Police warning: Three break-ins and another attempt
Obituary: Priscilla Jean (Drew) Chiavarini, 81
Priscilla Jean (Drew) Chiavarini, 81, of Southborough, formally of Framingham died December 12, 2015 at the Metrowest Medical Center, Framingham. Read the full article → from Obituary: Priscilla Jean (Drew) Chiavarini, 81
BOS meeting tonight won’t air live: Main St and Debt Capacity
If you’d like to see the Board of Selectmen meeting live tonight, best head to the Town House at 6:30. Read the full article → from BOS meeting tonight won’t air live: Main St and Debt Capacity
Obituary: Marilyn Catherine Murphy (Volk), 75

Marilyn Catherine Murphy (Volk), 75, of North Falmouth and Naples FL, and formerly of Southborough, died unexpectedly on December 9, 2015 at the Cape Cod Hospital. Read the full article → from Obituary: Marilyn Catherine Murphy (Volk), 75
BBJ: KeepSmilin4Abbie working to save lives

Yesterday, the Boston Business Journal covered some of the good work the foundation is doing. Read the full article → from BBJ: KeepSmilin4Abbie working to save lives
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: Decision on MCAS/PARCC this spring, Public Safety complex budget, Main St update, and ARHS enrollments

A list of board and committee meetings for the week with my selected highlights from the agendas.
Plus an update on the state’s decision re MCAS and PARCC testing. Read the full article → from The week in government: Decision on MCAS/PARCC this spring, Public Safety complex budget, Main St update, and ARHS enrollments
Don’t drive? Learn how you can still get around – Wednesday at Senior Center

The MWRTA will explain how non-drivers can take advantage of inexpensive, door-to-door services for shopping, medical appointments, and the Senior Center. Read the full article → from Don’t drive? Learn how you can still get around – Wednesday at Senior Center