The latest logs from the Southborough Fire Department. Read the full article → from Southborough fire logs (2/26/13 – 3/4/13)
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An ode to Algonquin: Seniors create tribute video
For Algonquin seniors Giles Ober of Southborough and Samuel Huddart and Nic Zanghi of Northborough, it wasn’t your average homework assignment. What began as an idea in a marketing research class, turned into a project that took five months to complete and involved nearly the entire school. It’s a project the three students hope will earn them not just a good grade, but one they hope will leave a lasting impression on the Algonquin community. Read the full article → from An ode to Algonquin: Seniors create tribute video
Cost to replace turf at 9-11 Memorial Field estimated at $400-$450K
After ten years of soccer games, lacrosse games, and more, the turf at 9-11 Memorial Field is starting to show its age, and the Southborough Recreation Commission announced yesterday they’ve kicked off a project to replace it. Turns out turf isn’t cheap: the cost to complete the project is expected to range between $400K and $450K. Read the full article → from Cost to replace turf at 9-11 Memorial Field estimated at $400-$450K
Obituary: Charles Philip Aldrich, 70, Algonquin grad, Deerfoot Farms employee
Charles Philip Aldrich, 70, of Bedford and formerly of Southborough, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 2, 2013, after a period of declining health. Read the full article → from Obituary: Charles Philip Aldrich, 70, Algonquin grad, Deerfoot Farms employee
Algonquin wrestlers ‘give it their all’ in postseason
Congrats go out to Algonquin wrestlers for a successful postseason. Read all about it in this recap sent along by Beth Mazzola, Booster Representative for The Algonquin Wrestling team. Read the full article → from Algonquin wrestlers ‘give it their all’ in postseason
Postseason update: Girls basketball advances, boys reach end of the road
There was plenty of drama on the basketball court this weekend. After a narrow 61-59 victory over Fitchburg in the quarterfinals on Thursday evening, the top-seed Algonquin boys basketball team lost a heartbreaker to St. John’s last night in the district semifinals. Read the full article → from Postseason update: Girls basketball advances, boys reach end of the road
WBJournal: Southborough hotel gets overhaul
Southborough’s Red Roof Inn is getting a makeover. The Worcester Business Journal reported last week that as part of the company’s NextGen initiative, the Southborough location will see both interior and exterior renovations that are intended to appeal to the business traveler. Read the full article → from WBJournal: Southborough hotel gets overhaul
The week in government (3/4/13 – 3/8/13)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (3/4/13 – 3/8/13)
Obituary: Lee A. Carlson, 75
Lee A. Carlson, 75, a resident of Southborough for 43 years, died Saturday, March 2, 2013. He was the husband of Carol (Smith) Carlson for the past 51 years. Read the full article → from Obituary: Lee A. Carlson, 75
Obituary: Dr. Samuel P. “Pen” Cowardin III, 91
Dr. Samuel P. “Pen” Cowardin III, 91, of Concord, formerly of Southborough, died Saturday, February 23, 2013 at the Rivercrest Nursing Home in Concord. He was the husband for 51 years of Marjorie (Cooley) Cowardin. Read the full article → from Obituary: Dr. Samuel P. “Pen” Cowardin III, 91
Obituary: Reverend Harry Eugene Goll, 97, longtime rector at St. Mark’s Church
Reverend Harry Eugene Goll died on February 27, 2013, in Bridgton, Maine. He was 97. Read the full article → from Obituary: Reverend Harry Eugene Goll, 97, longtime rector at St. Mark’s Church
Southborough’s share of the Algonquin budget will decrease next year
For the past several years, Southborough’s share of the Algonquin budget has been on the increase, thanks mainly to rising enrollment. This year things are different. Read the full article → from Southborough’s share of the Algonquin budget will decrease next year
Southborough youth to compete in district free throw championship on Thursday
Back in January, about 50 Southborough boys and girls ages 10 through 14 participated in the annual Knights of Columbus Free Throw Competition at Trottier Middle School. Six of those free throwers advanced and will compete in a district competition on Thursday evening. Read the full article → from Southborough youth to compete in district free throw championship on Thursday
Vote on zoning changes could be delayed again
Debate on a proposed overhaul to the town’s zoning code has been heating up lately, but it now looks like a vote on the changes may be pushed off until the fall. Read the full article → from Vote on zoning changes could be delayed again