
Rita H. (Plante) Mahoney, 87, of Southborough, died Wednesday November 5, 2014 in the Jewish Healthcare Center surrounded by her loving family. Read the full article → from Obituary: Rita H. (Plante) Mahoney, 87

Rita H. (Plante) Mahoney, 87, of Southborough, died Wednesday November 5, 2014 in the Jewish Healthcare Center surrounded by her loving family. Read the full article → from Obituary: Rita H. (Plante) Mahoney, 87
In further effort to clarify where things stand with the historic Burnett House, Jon Delli Priscoli granted an interview to Southborough Access Media.
The owner talked about his history with the property and recounted his efforts over the last four months to work with the Town. Read the full article → from Burnett House owner gives interview and estate tour; looking for public to make feelings known on November 18
Last week, the Town hosted a Business & Nonprofit Summit. The focus was sharing relevant information and seeking input to plan for the next 25 years.
Now the Economic Development Committee is sharing the video and seeking feedback. Read the full article → from What should Southborough look like in 25 years? EDC shares 2040 Summitt video; seeks feedback

The owner of the historic Garfield/Burnett Estate at 84 Main Street is seeking to clear up confusion about the status of his talks with the Town. Jon Delli Priscoli states he is still seeking to preserve and restore the home. Now he is pressuring the Town to come to consensus on a deal. Read the full article → from Burnett House owners: Time for Town to act; proposal for use of Community Preservation funds to purchase development rights (Updated)

Fall sports are narrowing down to division champs. And a handful of Algonquin Regional High School varsity teams are still in the game. Read the full article → from Post season update: Soccer to division finals and Cross Country to State this Sunday

For information on today’s Town ceremonies, see yesterday morning’s post. Read the full article → from In honor of Veterans Day

A list of board and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (11/10-11/16/14): School Committee and Open Space Preservation Commission

For months, residents hoping to preserve a town landmark have been waiting for news. The “no news is good news” period has ended. Read the full article → from Application filed for demolition of the Garfield/Burnett House (Updated)

Flags in Southborough and across the state will be flying at half staff in honor of Petty Officer 1st Class Richard Charles Tucker II. Read the full article → from Why flags will be at half staff: November 8, 2014

Here are some highlights of events in and around Southborough this week. Read the full article → from Weekend at a glance: Collections, fundraisers and family fun (Update)
There’s a tempest this year at Algonquin Regional High School is over a “revised” school dress code.
But perhaps it’s not the revision that is really causing conflict. It’s the new level of enforcement. Read the full article → from ARHS Dress Code controversy

Three students recognized for their hard work, dedication, and commitment of preservation in town. Read the full article → from Students recognized for community spirit (updated)

St. Mark’s School will play longtime rival Groton tomorrow night. I mean looongtime rival. Read the full article → from St. Mark’s: 2nd longest prep school gridiron rivalry in the nation

I’ve queued up a few stories on Town government news.
With a new video out that should garner interest, it’s time to share them. Read the full article → from Roundup of Town news: Updated Main Street presentation, Town tax collectors may take titles, planned info hub and promoting mentors