Last week, chatter in blog comments referred to what some see as insufficient PILOT contributions by the private schools in town. Read the full article → from Analysis of PILOT contributions in Southborough
A list of board and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (8/4-8/10/14): Garfield House ANR and Park Central continuance
Department of Public Works has posted to the town website the information you need to get your 2014-15 Transfer Station permits.
They have also provided some helpful tips for the least expensive ways to register. Read the full article → from Transfer Station sticker “discount” period through September 15
A look at speed reports on Main Street makes me ask – Do most drivers behave differently in their own neighborhoods than they do on other roads? Read the full article → from Main Street or your neighborhood – What’s your “safe” speed?
Last week, an exciting new restaurant opened in town. Yama Fuji describes itself as combining a Steak House, Sushi Bar, Lounge and Asian Fusion. For some of you, the best part will be their Hibachi. Read the full article → from Where to eat: Yama Fuji brings Asian Fusion to Southborough
With renewed community interest in preserving town history, here’s a look at what the town commission charged with that mission is doing. Read the full article → from Historical Commission working to preserve historic Southborough
According to Southborough Wicked Local, the Planning Board indicated they will have to approve the ANR to split the lot into four properties. Read the full article → from SWL: Planning Board to approve application for plan to breakup Garfield/Burnett estate (updated)
The latest logs from the Southborough Fire Department. Read the full article → from Southborough fire logs (7/22-7/28/14): Motor vehicle and bicycle accident with injuries
New superintendent Christine Johnson sits down with mysouthborugh.com for an exclusive interview about her new position and the upcoming school year. Read the full article → from New superintendent to focus on district and personal growth this academic year
The initial ANR to tear down the historic stone house is in the process of being resubmitted. Read the full article → from Garfield House ANR to be resubmitted by owners; look for Planning Board meeting next Monday (updated)
Every summer, volunteers from the Southborough Police Department run a “Jr. Police Academy” for town youth. Read the full article → from Video: Jr. Police Academy
Assabet Valley students are taking advantage of the ordinary drywalls, set up, as part of its ongoing renovation project. Read the full article → from Eye-catching installations sprout about amidst renovation at Assabet Valley
Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff in honor of Sergeant Major Kevin Walsh. Read the full article → from Why flags will are at half staff: Monday, July 28, 2014
Taking a look at some news on the issue from other sources last week. Read the full article → from Garfield/Burnett House: More background, potential competition for funds, and a celebration