In keeping with the ecological theme today, I’m sharing intern Maggie Fitzgerald’s post on recycling in Southborough. Read the full article → from Recycling 101
Recycling 101
Where can you go to recycle and where does Southborough's recycling go?
News
Celebrating Arbor Day (Updated)
Information on supporting Southborough's efforts, including by planting trees along roadways or within your private boundaries.
For readers who didn’t realize that Arbor Day would fall on April 26th, it’s unlikely that you’ll rush out to plant a tree today. But you can honor the day by making plans to support the Town’s tree hugging efforts. Read the full article → from Celebrating Arbor Day (Updated)
Avoid East Main St near Overlook this morning
The SPD is warning drivers to avoid an area of East Main St this morning. Read the full article → from Avoid East Main St near Overlook this morning
Town owned parcel confirmed as contaminated with lead
The Select Board discussing steps for further testing and remediation at the former site of a water tower. Neighbors worry about status of their properties.
This week, the Select Board discussed the next steps and costs for dealing with contamination at a Town owned site on Atwood Road where they had been hoping to build a small Affordable Housing project. Read the full article → from Town owned parcel confirmed as contaminated with lead
Reminder: Tonight is Candidates’ Night
Meet & Greet at Cordaville Hall, followed by Q&A for Select Board candidates
The annual night to get to know the candidates running for contested positions is here. With a race for the board that represents the executive branch of Town government, you might want to take part in the job interview. Read the full article → from Reminder: Tonight is Candidates’ Night
Algonquin underperforms on MassCore (while excelling in other state assessments) (Updated)
A look at how ARHS' graduation requirements don't fully align with MassCore and why.
A look at why ARHS’ MassCore scores fall well below state averages (and scores for neighboring towns) and why the administration doesn’t view that as an issue. Read the full article → from Algonquin underperforms on MassCore (while excelling in other state assessments) (Updated)
“Shop with a Purpose” – May 5th (Updated)
Friends of SYC's 3rd annual Craft & Vendor Fair will include a Bouncy House and Food Trucks
FSYC is asking the community to turnout for their shopping fundraiser at the Community House the week before Mother’s Day, this year with more attractions. Read the full article → from “Shop with a Purpose” – May 5th (Updated)
Water System & Rates Update
Rates are going up in June, the MWRA reports a clean bill of health, and an Update on the Hopkinton connection project.
An update on new rates and other news related to the Town’s water system. Read the full article → from Water System & Rates Update
Senior Care Advocates Needed
Join an open house next week to learn more.
A Southborough “Ombudsman”, working with Springwell Elder Services as a Senior Care Adovate is looking to recruit more volunteers. He is holding an open house one week from today Read the full article → from Senior Care Advocates Needed
St. Mark’s Students win top prizes at Mass Science & Engineering Fair
St. Mark’s School is doing some well deserved bragging. Two students will be competing in an international science and engineering fair after earning two of the top three prizes at the state competition. One of them is a Southborough resident. Read the full article → from St. Mark’s Students win top prizes at Mass Science & Engineering Fair
Registration for Southborough Community Garden plots opens Wednesday morning (Updated)
Residents can pay for use of a gardening plot on Breakneck Hill Conservation Land
Southborough Community Garden is getting ready to divvy up garden plots at Breakneck Hill again. Read the full article → from Registration for Southborough Community Garden plots opens Wednesday morning (Updated)
Obituary: Patricia Ann Richardson, 92
Patricia Ann Richardson, Pat as she was affectionately known to many, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2024, at the age of 92 at Harmony, Morgantown, WV. Read the full article → from Obituary: Patricia Ann Richardson, 92
Job listings
Recreation Director, Camp Supervisor, Camp Counselors, School District IT Director, Algonquin Asst. Principal, Trottier School Psychologist, and more
I received another posting of jobs available in Southborough. Read the full article → from Job listings
Donate to support Town Scholarships
A member of the Southborough Scholarship Advisory Committee shared news that the fund for the Town Scholarship is “down this year”. They are seeking community support to help make college more affordable for some deserving students. Read the full article → from Donate to support Town Scholarships