Mark M. Sturniolo, 28, of Southborough died unexpectedly at Marlborough Hospital after being stricken ill at home. Read the full article → from Obituary: Mark M. Sturniolo, 28
News
Police logs (4/10-4/13/14): Motorist with ski mask, vehicle driving with missing tire, smashed window and 3-car accident
The latest log from Southborough Police Department. Read the full article → from Police logs (4/10-4/13/14): Motorist with ski mask, vehicle driving with missing tire, smashed window and 3-car accident
The week in government (4/14-4/20/14): Town Meeting and prep
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (4/14-4/20/14): Town Meeting and prep
Gulbankian Farms: Meet the family and read the petition
As you probably know by now, one of the Warrant Articles up for vote at Wednesday’s Town Meeting is the rezoning of the Gulbankian property at 40 Mount Vickery Road. (If you aren’t aware or need a refresher on this zoning issue, click here for past coverage.)
In preparation for the vote, the family has produced a following video to let voters know who they are. Read the full article → from Gulbankian Farms: Meet the family and read the petition
David Parry: A Locally-Funded Plan for Southborough Town Center (Updated)
David Parry has submitted his outline of a possible local plan to replace the “state plan” for the Main Street Reconstruction Project.
Parry is the leader of the citizen’s petition initiative to form and fund a committee, through Town Meeting, to review the Main Street reconstruction project. In an effort to help people communicate about this project in advance (rather than hearing his case for the first time on Town Meeting floor) I’ve put up a page with his text and visuals. Read the full article → from David Parry: A Locally-Funded Plan for Southborough Town Center (Updated)
Town Meeting: Reference page, town report (with kids’ art) and an update on Warrant Articles
With the Annual Town Meeting quickly approaching, I posted a new page under the menu “Town Meeting & Election”. You can check the guide for easy reference to the warrant, a list of scheduled articles, and links to related stories.
Also, an update on some of the Warrant Articles scheduled for vote. Read the full article → from Town Meeting: Reference page, town report (with kids’ art) and an update on Warrant Articles
Election news: Candidate withdraws and new election page with positions
This year, there is a race for 5 contested seats on two different boards. To help voters make their decision, I asked each candidate to fill out a position paper.
On this front, there is some breaking news. Yesterday, candidate Lisa Cappello announced that she is withdrawing from the race. Read the full article → from Election news: Candidate withdraws and new election page with positions
BOS seeking Main Street Design Working Group volunteers to resolve issues by June 18 state hearing
The Town has released a statement asking for people to volunteer for a Working Group to find consensus on the Main Street reconstruction plan before the state public hearing in mid-June. Read the full article → from BOS seeking Main Street Design Working Group volunteers to resolve issues by June 18 state hearing
2014 Boston Marathon runners: Dick Chase and Leslie Hadden hope to finish what they started
Southborough has always had an impressive showing at the Boston Marathon, and this year is no exception. On Monday, April 21, thirty-five Southborough residents will don a bib a run for themselves and for causes they hold dear. Every runner has a story, and from now until marathon day, I’ll feature as many of those stories as I can on the blog. Read the full article → from 2014 Boston Marathon runners: Dick Chase and Leslie Hadden hope to finish what they started
SWL: ZBA denies permit to Park Central 40B under “Safe Harbor”, developer to appeal
Southborough Wicked Local reports that on Monday night, the Zoning Board of Appeals voted down the permit to build a 40B project at Park Central. The developer is accusing the town of deception and plans to appeal. Read the full article → from SWL: ZBA denies permit to Park Central 40B under “Safe Harbor”, developer to appeal
Southborough fire logs (4/1-4/7/14): Accident with injuries, water evacuation, and carbon monoxide
The latest logs from the Southborough Fire Department. Read the full article → from Southborough fire logs (4/1-4/7/14): Accident with injuries, water evacuation, and carbon monoxide
Has someone made a difference in the life of your special needs child? Nominate them for a ‘Go the Distance’ award
On Thursday, May 15, 2012, the Northborough/Southborough Special Education Parent Advisory Council (NSPAC) will host its fourth annual Go the Distance Award ceremonies. Organizers are looking for nominations for this year’s awards. Read the full article → from Has someone made a difference in the life of your special needs child? Nominate them for a ‘Go the Distance’ award
Police logs (4/3-4/6/14): Vandalized golf course, home theft and left-behind needles
The latest log from Southborough Police Department. Read the full article → from Police logs (4/3-4/6/14): Vandalized golf course, home theft and left-behind needles
Letter: Please support Warrant Article allowing town to resurface 911 field (user fees will cover costs)
My Southborough accepts signed letters to the editor submitted by Southborough residents. Letters may be emailed to mysouthborough@gmail.com. Read the full article → from Letter: Please support Warrant Article allowing town to resurface 911 field (user fees will cover costs)