John C. Budz, Ph.D., of Southborough, age 70, died Mon., Dec. 30, after a brief illness. Read the full article → from Obituary: John C. Budz, Ph.D., 70
Obituary: John C. Budz, Ph.D., 70
News
Should Southborough implement a local meals tax (like surrounding towns)?
At their December 17th meeting, the Board of Selectmen discussed the possibility of a meals tax. It’s not something currently scheduled for a vote, just something they may consider in future. Read the full article → from Should Southborough implement a local meals tax (like surrounding towns)?
School Committee to weigh changes to calendar, including elimination of 3 holidays
A vote is scheduled to decide if three religious holidays should be removed from the school calendar. The three holidays that would be eliminated are Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur and Good Friday. Read the full article → from School Committee to weigh changes to calendar, including elimination of 3 holidays
Don’t forget to fill in the town census
The annual town census form should have arrived in your mailbox recently. This is your friendly reminder to fill it out and send it in. By law the town is required to create a street listing of residents each year to maintain an accurate voting list, among other things. Read the full article → from Don’t forget to fill in the town census
Southborough fire logs (12/17/13 – 12/30/13): Accidents, extrications, and over 20 EMS calls
The latest logs from the Southborough Fire Department. Read the full article → from Southborough fire logs (12/17/13 – 12/30/13): Accidents, extrications, and over 20 EMS calls
Integrated Preschool screening on January 31 (schedule by 1/17)
The district has announced its upcoming integrated preschool screening for the next school year will take place on January 31, 2014. Read the full article → from Integrated Preschool screening on January 31 (schedule by 1/17)
MWDN: Barn Hollow compromise hits roadblock
The Metrowest Daily News reports that the compromise for the disputed open space isn’t proceeding as proposed last fall. Read the full article → from MWDN: Barn Hollow compromise hits roadblock
New Year’s resolution: improve the dialogue (Updated)
I’m taking this time to solidify a recent resolution. And I’m asking you to make it one of yours. Let’s improve the dialogue on the blog. Read the full article → from New Year’s resolution: improve the dialogue (Updated)
Updated: Snow day lengthens holiday break
Southborough Schools and Algonquin Regional High School are cancelled this week. Read the full article → from Updated: Snow day lengthens holiday break
Why flags will be at half staff: January 2, 2014
Flags in Southborough and across the state will be flying at half staff in honor of US Marine Corps Sergeant Daniel M. Vasselian of Abington. Read the full article → from Why flags will be at half staff: January 2, 2014
2013 in review: story countdown
I looked at both number of hits and comments to determine the top 10 stories of 2013. Read the full article → from 2013 in review: story countdown
What’s open and closed over New Year’s
Here’s a list of when our municipal facilities will be closed over the New Year’s holiday. Read the full article → from What’s open and closed over New Year’s
Accreditation association releases report on ARHS: 44 commendations and 28 recommendations
The New England Association Of Schools and Colleges released its assessment of Algonquin Regional High School. The report listed 44 commendations and 28 recommendations. Read the full article → from Accreditation association releases report on ARHS: 44 commendations and 28 recommendations
Roundup of Town news: Conservation Commissioner needed, stellar review for TA, new facilities manager and public access funding
Here are some stories out of Town Hall over the past couple weeks. Read the full article → from Roundup of Town news: Conservation Commissioner needed, stellar review for TA, new facilities manager and public access funding