The Town Building Commissioner asked me to share a new warning from state emergency agencies about dangers of snow and icicles on roofs. Read the full article → from Another day, another warning: Gas leaks, fires, and roof collapses
Southborough Wicked Local covered the preservation efforts of The Friends of The Burnett-Garfield House and the Southborough Historical Committee. Read the full article → from SWL: Efforts to preserve Burnett House
Emergency officials share that this afternoon a water main break occurred on Rt.9 Eastbound between Oak Hill Road and Brook Lane. Read the full article → from Water main break on Rte 9 East – water service in area shut down
More safety warnings. Some are prompted by updated forecasts. Another by learning about an incident close to home. Read the full article → from Another weather alert and warnings
Southborough officials need to file an updated Housing Production Plan with the state by March 22. Otherwise the Town’s “safe harbor” period for Affordable Housing projects will expire. Read the full article → from Affordable Housing plan up for vote on February 24
I’ve been keeping you updated on ARHS athletics. But it’s been awhile since I shared news on the academic club side. Read the full article → from Algonquin academic champions
Helen (Georgaklis) Meleones, 84, of Fayville, died peacefully at her home on Monday, February 16, 2015, after a long illness. Read the full article → from Obituary: Helen (Georgaklis) Meleones, 84
The US Naval Academy is looking for future leaders to participate in two summer camp programs. And they are reaching out to our town. Read the full article → from US Navy offers adventures for high school students: Camp for high achievers and STEM program
A deal to restore the Burnett estate at 84 Main Street has fallen through. But selectmen still hope the owner and community can find a way to preserve the historic home. Read the full article → from Burnett House deal collapses; BOS still hopes for solution
The Greater Worcester Community Foundation asked me to help them get the word out. They are accepting grant proposals from organizations that serve our region. Read the full article → from Grants available for serving Greater Worcester Community – apply by March 16
The Southborough School Committee voted to approve a recommended budget for FY16. The K-8 budget calls for a 3.49% increase over this year. Read the full article → from School Committee recap: “Responsible” recommended budget and other school news (Updated)
Here’s what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from This week in sports
A list of board and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government: Affordable Housing Plan (at last)
Southborough Wicked Local reported on an accident that shut down the Route 9 Southborough-Framingham border. The incident took place last night, but effects continued during this morning’s commute. Read the full article → from SWL: Route 9 mess caused by truck hitting wires