Alfred R. Collotta, 85, of Southborough and a longtime resident of Framingham, passed away on Tuesday, September 8, 2015 surrounded by his family. Read the full article → from Obituary: Alfred R. Collotta, 85
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Solar Regulation hearing – September 21

An updated draft of solar bylaw regulations has been posted and the public hearing is now scheduled for September 21st. Read the full article → from Solar Regulation hearing – September 21
Register for St. Anne’s Golf tournament by Sunday (Updated)

St. Anne’s Church is launching a golf tournament to raise funds for youth programs. Read the full article → from Register for St. Anne’s Golf tournament by Sunday (Updated)
Obituary: Donna Jean Piper, 62
Donna Jean Piper, 62, of Southborough died at Marlborough Hospital on Sunday, September 6, 2015 after being stricken ill at home. Read the full article → from Obituary: Donna Jean Piper, 62
The week in government: School Committee

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: School Committee
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
Two resident openings on new committee to prioritize building sidewalks in our “unwalkable” town

Is Flagg Road where we need a sidwalk the most? Or is there another street you think should top the list. Residents will get a chance to weigh in this fall. Read the full article → from Two resident openings on new committee to prioritize building sidewalks in our “unwalkable” town
Concerned about open meeting and conflict laws? Take note
Last spring, some residents expressed concern that the Town’s elected and appointed officials aren’t educated enough on the laws they need to abide.
Town Clerk Jim Hegarty is seeking to remedy that. And he’s also hoping to help educate you. Read the full article → from Concerned about open meeting and conflict laws? Take note
Reminder: Senior housing needs forum Wednesday morning (not just for seniors)
SHOPC (Southborough Housing Opportunity Partnership Committee) and the Planning Board are holding a public forum to investigate residents’ needs for senior housing. Read the full article → from Reminder: Senior housing needs forum Wednesday morning (not just for seniors)
Injured cyclists and safe roads reminder
Southborough Wicked Local reports that a bicyclist was injured after ending up in a “ditch about 30 feet into the woods” on Northborough Road. Read the full article → from Injured cyclists and safe roads reminder
Access problems for Southborough’s public access

Recent technical issues are impacting SAM’s ability to show syndicated programming and on-demand access. Read the full article → from Access problems for Southborough’s public access
Special Education events: NSPAC’s 9/9 “Coffee and Connect” and 9/25 Welcome Back Night

If you have a child with special education needs, two upcoming meetings may be of interest. Read the full article → from Special Education events: NSPAC’s 9/9 “Coffee and Connect” and 9/25 Welcome Back Night
Woodward’s Wake Up & Work Out postponed to September 15th start

Students eager to start earning a “WuWo” t-shirt will have to wait one more week. Read the full article → from Woodward’s Wake Up & Work Out postponed to September 15th start
Eight roads to be paved next week: Boston Road (causeway closed 9/8-9/9), Central Street and more

Expect a lot of detours next week as the town takes seven paving projects. Read the full article → from Eight roads to be paved next week: Boston Road (causeway closed 9/8-9/9), Central Street and more