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
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
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
The Southborough Permanent Firefighters IAFF Local 3129 is currently raising funds. Read the full article → from Firefighter Association fundraiser in swing
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
On Tuesday night, selectmen spoke with a consultant about the harsh reality of Southborough’s retiree liabilities. We have a liability of over $28,785,000 estimated to grow annually by $1,465,000+. The only funding set aside is $50,000. Read the full article → from Board of Selectmen struggle with funding retiree liabilities (Updated)
The latest log from Southborough Police Department. Read the full article → from Police logs (11/28/13-12/1/13): Child endangerment and icy roads
A little late, but with no good news to report, I was in no rush. . . Read the full article → from ARHS Postseason wrapped: Lost cheer
Whatever your interest, Southborough Access Media could provide the perfect opportunity. Read the full article → from Public Access channels looking to make use of funds and expand Southborough programming
Our firefighters have had their hands full Thanksgiving week. Find out why in the latest logs from the Southborough Fire Department. Read the full article → from Southborough fire logs (11/26/13-12/1/13): Blown transformer, assist with blaze, and car crashes
Gift ideas for parents who have a child in the Southborough public school system. Read the full article → from Holiday gifts for teachers and service providers
Robert H. “Perk” Perkins 81, of Southborough, died on Sunday, December 1, 2013 after a period of declining health at Southeastern Rehab and Nursing Center in North Easton. Read the full article → from Obituary: Robert H. “Perk” Perkins, 81
Recently police warned residents to look out for deer when driving. Now they are warning us to look out for the hunters pursuing them. Read the full article → from Deer hunting season in swing: use extra caution in wooded areas
A list of department and committee meetings for the week with agenda highlights. Read the full article → from The week in government (12/2/13-12/6/13)