Parents expressed concern last night about the Regional School Committee’s knowledge of Common Core issues. What ended up front and center again was frustration over school committee communication practices. And again, the school committee pointed to Open Meeting Law as responsible for stifling discussion. Read the full article → from Parents petition Regional Committee for Common Core pro/con forum; discussion stifled
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Algonquin administration considering alternative schedule changes: Faculty voting on preferences
Superintendent Christine Johnson said an earlier proposed schedule did what it was intended to do: spark conversation and exchanging of ideas. Since then, faculty have been proposing, discussing, and are continuing to vote on several alternative schedules. Read the full article → from Algonquin administration considering alternative schedule changes: Faculty voting on preferences
High school robotics honors and awards
Last month local high schools competed in WPI’s FIRST Robotics Competition NE District championships. Both Algonquin and Assabet walked away with something to boast about. Read the full article → from High school robotics honors and awards
BOS changes: New voices and increasing transparency
Last night, the Board of Selectmen met for the first time since the Town Election. Read the full article → from BOS changes: New voices and increasing transparency
Memorial Day observances this weekend (Updated)
Here is the information you need to observe Memorial Day in Southborough. Events begin with the annual flag placement in the rural cemetery Friday night. Read the full article → from Memorial Day observances this weekend (Updated)
Obituary: James H. Nutter, III, 84
James H. Nutter, III, 84, of Southborough died after suddenly being stricken ill on Sunday, May 17, 2015. Read the full article → from Obituary: James H. Nutter, III, 84
Read all about it: Woodward 2nd grader gets the scoop in one-on-one with Governor
There’s a new reporter covering the local beat. But if you don’t have a child in her 2nd grade class, you probably haven’t seen her work. Read the full article → from Read all about it: Woodward 2nd grader gets the scoop in one-on-one with Governor
Continuing to remember FF Ken Strong
Southborough firefighters continue to remember their “brother”, Ken Strong. Read the full article → from Continuing to remember FF Ken Strong
The week in government: Transfer Station rules discussion; Fitzgerald’s lot, school start time update, and new bus contract
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: Transfer Station rules discussion; Fitzgerald’s lot, school start time update, and new bus contract
Obituary: Raymond E. Coldwell, 74
Raymond E. Coldwell, also known as “Bubba”, died at the age of 74 in his hometown of Southborough on May 11, 2015 after a yearlong battle with Mesothelioma. Read the full article → from Obituary: Raymond E. Coldwell, 74
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
Retirement party for Fire Captain Joe Hubley
Over the winter, Captain Joe Hubley retired from the Southborough Fire Department. A party is being held to celebrate his 37 years of service. Read the full article → from Retirement party for Fire Captain Joe Hubley
Obituary: Francoise M. (Tasse) Spayne, 85
Francoise M. (Tasse) Spayne, 85, of Southborough, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2015. Read the full article → from Obituary: Francoise M. (Tasse) Spayne, 85
Fire Department honors its own
Today, Southborough Fire Department said goodbye to one of their own, firefighter Kenneth Strong. Read the full article → from Fire Department honors its own