The Worcester County DA’s office and our state legislators are sponsoring a community forum on the opioid use crisis. Read the full article → from Public forum on opioid crisis – Jan 25
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Town Planner vacancy
Town Planner Jennifer Burney’s last day is this Friday. Read the full article → from Town Planner vacancy
SEF Red Apple awards
The Southborough Education Foundation (SEF) would like to congratulate this year’s Red Apple Award Honorees. Read the full article → from SEF Red Apple awards
Transportation news: MassPike tolls, train fare & schedule, and Boroughs’ “Last Mile Connection”
If you are a resident, you may be concerned about news related to commuting elsewhere by rail or Mass Pike. If you own an area business (or are encouraging local development), you’re likely more worried about commuting within our local hub.
Recent announcements cover it all. Read the full article → from Transportation news: MassPike tolls, train fare & schedule, and Boroughs’ “Last Mile Connection”
Got talent? Audition for the 16th Annual Rotary Talent Show
It’s time once again to start thinking about the Southborough Rotary Club Talent Show, a fun annual event that features students in grades 5 and up performing acts of all types, from singing and dancing to juggling and martial arts. Read the full article → from Got talent? Audition for the 16th Annual Rotary Talent Show
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: EDC, Personnel Board and School committee & council meetings
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: EDC, Personnel Board and School committee & council meetings
Police logs (1/7-1/10): Home break-in and Hit & Run
The latest log from Southborough Police Department. Read the full article → from Police logs (1/7-1/10): Home break-in and Hit & Run
Obituary: Joanne Ropi Kinas, 64
Mrs. Joanne Ropi Kinas, age 64, of Southborough and formerly of Framingham, passed away at Brigham and Women’s Hospital on Thursday, January 7, 2016. Read the full article → from Obituary: Joanne Ropi Kinas, 64
Burnett House owner warns preservation in peril
The owner warned that if an agreement isn’t “immediately” reached to address preserving the estate in front of Annual Town Meeting, he “will be forced to entertain the other available options for the property.” Read the full article → from Burnett House owner warns preservation in peril
Free Throw contest for kids – January 13
This Wednesday, Knights of Columbus Southborough is holding its annual Free Throw competition for 9-14 year old boys and girls Read the full article → from Free Throw contest for kids – January 13
SWL: Southborough part of anti-underage-drinking collaborative
Southborough Wicked Local reports that a five town collaborative, including Southborough is working towards reducing underage drinking. Read the full article → from SWL: Southborough part of anti-underage-drinking collaborative
Moderator seeking Advisory Committee applications by Sunday
Moderator David Coombs addressed the Board of Selectmen on Tuesday night about his need to fill the Advisory Committee vacancy quickly. Read the full article → from Moderator seeking Advisory Committee applications by Sunday
Algonquin considering naming part of school or grounds after fallen alumnus
Northborough mourned the loss of its resident, as did the Southborough community. So, it’s no surprise that the Regional School Committee is considering naming part of the school in honor of Arsenault. Read the full article → from Algonquin considering naming part of school or grounds after fallen alumnus