James Frederick Anketell, 82, of Southborough died on Thursday, October 29, 2015 at Framingham Union Hospital in Framingham, after a period of declining health. Read the full article → from Obituary: James Frederick Anketell, 82
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Videos: Support for entrepreneurs, training for transparent/efficient government, and parades
Here is the latest round of videos from local media and the schools. Read the full article → from Videos: Support for entrepreneurs, training for transparent/efficient government, and parades
ZBA: Refining rules on submittal process; encouraging compromises on athletic field
The Zoning Board of Appeals met last night. One of the big items on their agenda was an appeal of a recent Planning Board decision. Another was discussion of a board policy that has caused confusion. Read the full article → from ZBA: Refining rules on submittal process; encouraging compromises on athletic field
Roundup: Community professionals and employees in the news (Updated)

Several professionals who live or work in our community have made headlines, recent and not-so-recent. So, it’s time to catch you up on community news. (I’m expanding this beyond Southborough, because one member of Algonquin’s community is definitely worthy of inclusion here.) Read the full article → from Roundup: Community professionals and employees in the news (Updated)
ZBA meeting may not be broadcast live tonight

In my government meetings for the week, I mentioned that the Zoning Board of Appeals broadcast may be delayed instead of live. SAM asked me to make sure readers got that message. Read the full article → from ZBA meeting may not be broadcast live tonight
Krosslink meeting for entrepreneurs – November 4
The Economic Development Committee and Southborough Library are continuing to support local entrepreneurs. Read the full article → from Krosslink meeting for entrepreneurs – November 4
Regional School Committee alarmed by potential overreach of their state association
Last week, the Northborough-Southborough Regional School Committee discussed proposed resolutions to be voted on next week by their state association.
While the committee supported some resolutions, some members expressed alarm over others. Read the full article → from Regional School Committee alarmed by potential overreach of their state association
Obituary: Patrice M. (Ryan) Kline, 64
Patrice M. (Ryan) Kline, 64, died Saturday, October 24 after being stricken ill a few days earlier. Read the full article → from Obituary: Patrice M. (Ryan) Kline, 64
Free “Home Alone” safety class and Red Cross Babysitting

In November, the Recreation Department is offering two important course for tweens/teens. One is for kids getting too old for a babysitter. The other is for ones who are ready to become one. Read the full article → from Free “Home Alone” safety class and Red Cross Babysitting
The week in government: Appeal to ZBA on Fay Athletic Field

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: Appeal to ZBA on Fay Athletic Field
Police news and logs: Knife wielding resident; highly suspicious activity

The latest log from Southborough Police Department. Read the full article → from Police news and logs: Knife wielding resident; highly suspicious activity
This week in sports: Golf at state finals today

Here’s what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from This week in sports: Golf at state finals today
Unsave the Date for ARHS Concussion Awareness fundraiser
I shared news this week about an ARHS Boosters fundraiser at Chick Fil A. It was originally planned for next Thursday, but is now indefinitely delayed. Read the full article → from Unsave the Date for ARHS Concussion Awareness fundraiser
Seeking volunteers to clean up trails – October 31

Next weekend, the Southborough Trail Committee will be working to clean up the Sudbury Reservoir Trail. Read the full article → from Seeking volunteers to clean up trails – October 31