From 11:00 am – 5:00 pm, drivers are encouraged to seek alternate routes to using Newton Street. The street will be open to through traffic. Drivers are just asked to use caution. Read the full article → from Emergency drill on Newton St. today, December 11
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MWDN: Firefighter fundraising calls terminated after fraud complaint

A complaint that one caller used deceptive tactics has put a halt to the firefighters’ fundraiser. Read the full article → from MWDN: Firefighter fundraising calls terminated after fraud complaint
Police logs (12/6/13-12/9/13): Drag racing and a hit and run
The latest log from Southborough Police Department. Read the full article → from Police logs (12/6/13-12/9/13): Drag racing and a hit and run
Southborough Library Director: Losing, seeking and a farewell

Southborough Library Director Jane Cain will be leaving us at the end of December. Read the full article → from Southborough Library Director: Losing, seeking and a farewell
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
Reminder to vote on Tuesday, December 10, 2013 (Updated)

If you haven’t made up your mind yet, you are running out of time. Tomorrow is the Special 5th District Election. Remember to vote. Read the full article → from Reminder to vote on Tuesday, December 10, 2013 (Updated)
Southborough 10th grader to perform with New England Conservatory Youth Jazz Orchestra

Southborough resident Hyun Shin is one of 17 students who earned the honor to perform with the New England Conservatory Youth Jazz Orchestra this week. Read the full article → from Southborough 10th grader to perform with New England Conservatory Youth Jazz Orchestra
Winter parking ban is in effect

The annual winter parking ban went into effect at the beginning of the month. Read the full article → from Winter parking ban is in effect
The week in government (12/9/13-12/13/13) – (Updated)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (12/9/13-12/13/13) – (Updated)
Why flags are at half staff: December 6-9, 2013

Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff in honor of Nelson Mandela and National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff: December 6-9, 2013
Recycling for charity: remember to sort your bottles and cans

How good are you at separating your cans and plastic bottles from your comingled recyclables? If you’re following the rules, you can feel good about your charitable efforts. Read the full article → from Recycling for charity: remember to sort your bottles and cans
MWDN: Gulbankians lawyer claims Southborough’s ticketing process illegal
As reported in August, the Gulbankian family is appealing the $126,000 fine levied against the property owners. Recently, family’s attorney has amended their appeal with an additional claim. Read the full article → from MWDN: Gulbankians lawyer claims Southborough’s ticketing process illegal
Firefighter Association fundraiser in swing

The Southborough Permanent Firefighters IAFF Local 3129 is currently raising funds. Read the full article → from Firefighter Association fundraiser in swing
Obituary: Paul A. Macdonald, 70
Paul A. Macdonald, 70, of Southborough, died on Tuesday, December 3, 2013, at Massachusetts General Hospital of Boston after a period of declining health. Read the full article → from Obituary: Paul A. Macdonald, 70