A list of department and committee meetings for the week with agenda highlights. Read the full article → from The week in government (1/21/14-1/26/14)
News
Why flags are at half staff: January 21, 2014
Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff on Tuesday in honor of U.S. Navy Officer Nathan V. Nissay. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff: January 21, 2014
This week in sports (1/20/14-1/2/6/14)
Here’s what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from This week in sports (1/20/14-1/2/6/14)
Little League sign ups today through 2/28
Southborough Little League is putting out the word about registration for the spring season. Read the full article → from Little League sign ups today through 2/28
Selectmen appoint new chief: Woonsocket Captain Kenneth Paulhus
The Board of Selectman had what Chair Dan Kolenda described as a “tough but good problem to have” last night. They cast their votes for one of the three “very qualified candidates” for Southborough Police Chief. In a 2-1 vote, Captain Kenneth Paulhus of Woonsocket got the nod. Read the full article → from Selectmen appoint new chief: Woonsocket Captain Kenneth Paulhus
Stay tuned on Habitat for Humanity ReStore
Consider the ReStore donation center flyer in this month’s water bill a preview of things to come. Read the full article → from Stay tuned on Habitat for Humanity ReStore
4th – 8th grade Basketball Camp during February break
Algonquin Regional High School Basketball coaches and varsity players will run a camp for 4th-8th graders this February. Read the full article → from 4th – 8th grade Basketball Camp during February break
Got talent? Audition for the 14th Annual Rotary Talent Show
It’s time once again to start thinking about the Southborough Rotary Club Talent Show, a fun annual event that features students in grades 5 and up performing acts of all types, from singing and dancing to juggling and martial arts. Read the full article → from Got talent? Audition for the 14th Annual Rotary Talent Show
“Families in Transition” seeking help through food drive and volunteers
Friends of Families in Transition are asking for help with their collection drive and meal preparation. Read the full article → from “Families in Transition” seeking help through food drive and volunteers
MWDN: School committee to vote on estimated 5% budget increase for Algonquin
The Metrowest Daily News reports that Superintendent Gobron is forecasting a 5% increase in the Algonquin Regional High School budget. Read the full article → from MWDN: School committee to vote on estimated 5% budget increase for Algonquin
Bridge Street bridge repairs underway – at night
Bridge repairs are taking place at night. The town lobbied for expedited work but can’t dictate hours. Read the full article → from Bridge Street bridge repairs underway – at night
Southborough fire logs (1/7/14-1/13/14): Brush fire and vehicle fire
The latest logs from the Southborough Fire Department. Read the full article → from Southborough fire logs (1/7/14-1/13/14): Brush fire and vehicle fire
Obituary: Katherine (Irwin) Best, 83
Katherine (Irwin) Best, 83, of Southborough, died on Saturday, January 11, 2014 at Beaumont Skilled Nursing and Rehab Center in Westborough. Read the full article → from Obituary: Katherine (Irwin) Best, 83
Police logs (1/9/14-1/12/14): out of control customer booted and another BB gun incident
The latest log from Southborough Police Department. Read the full article → from Police logs (1/9/14-1/12/14): out of control customer booted and another BB gun incident