Michael P. Bacon, 52, of Framingham and formerly of Southborough died on Tuesday, July 21, surrounded by his family. Read the full article → from Obituary: Michael P. Bacon, 52
News
Why flags are at half staff: through July 25, 2015

On Friday, I shared the Governor’s state order lowering flags until further notice for the victims of the shooting in Tennessee. Today, the President issued a new proclamation, ordering lowering American flags across the nation (and oversees) today through sunset on July 25, 2015 Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff: through July 25, 2015
Obituary: Christopher J. Brovelli, 45
Christopher J. Brovelli, 45, of Southborough died on Saturday, July 18, 2015. Read the full article → from Obituary: Christopher J. Brovelli, 45
Planning Board hearings on SYS/Fay athletic field and Fitzgerald’s parking lot continued to August 17th

Last week, the Planning Board held continued hearings on permits for Fitzgerald’s proposed pay parking lot and a new turf field on Fay School’s athletic field. To the board’s frustration, it was forced to continue both to mid-August. Read the full article → from Planning Board hearings on SYS/Fay athletic field and Fitzgerald’s parking lot continued to August 17th
NECC resident raising funds through Falmouth Road Race

On August 16th, 12,000 runners will gather at Woods Hole for the 43rd Falmouth Road Race. One of those runners taking on the 7 mile course deserves a spotlight. Read the full article → from NECC resident raising funds through Falmouth Road Race
Troop 1 Boy Scouts marking 100 yrs; Seeking alumni to join celebration

It’s a big year for Southborough’s first Boy Scout troop. Read the full article → from Troop 1 Boy Scouts marking 100 yrs; Seeking alumni to join celebration
The week in government

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
More baseball news: 8 year old champions sparkle; 13 year olds’ state bid ends

It’s a stellar summer for Southborough Youth Baseball. I got emails from two proud parents sharing another coach’s good news, Read the full article → from More baseball news: 8 year old champions sparkle; 13 year olds’ state bid ends
Town seeking feedback on planned “Virtual Town Hall” by Wednesday

Southborough looks to enhance online access to Town Hall with a cleaner website. Read the full article → from Town seeking feedback on planned “Virtual Town Hall” by Wednesday
SWL: Southborough police help nab thieves

According to Southborough Wicked Local, Southborough Police worked with neighboring squads to identify local credit card thieves. Read the full article → from SWL: Southborough police help nab thieves
Southborough walkers for Jimmy Fund

The 2015 Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk takes place on September 27. Some of Southborough’s loyalists to the cause have already set up fundraising pages. Those I don’t know about are encouraged to share theirs. Read the full article → from Southborough walkers for Jimmy Fund
Why flags will be at half staff: July 17, 2015

Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff in honor of the four marines senselessly killed in Chatanooga yesterday, including one from our state. Read the full article → from Why flags will be at half staff: July 17, 2015
11 year old tournament champs

Southborough’s 11 year old summer baseball team is sharing their good news. Read the full article → from 11 year old tournament champs
CSA 1/2 season shares available soon through Chestnut Hill Farm

The farm is offering a limited supply 10-week harvest share plan to begin in late August. Read the full article → from CSA 1/2 season shares available soon through Chestnut Hill Farm