A Southborough School Committee member shared her concerns that federal nutrition mandates have backfired. Read the full article → from Do federal nutrition mandates leave too many of our students hungry?
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Board of Selectmen discuss their positions on motions for upcoming Special Town Meeting
The Town of Southborough has finalized the articles slated for the October 7th Special Town Meeting. At their September 17 meeting, the Board of Selectmen discussed their official positions. Read the full article → from Board of Selectmen discuss their positions on motions for upcoming Special Town Meeting
Southborough youth groups worked to help less fortunate communities this summer
Youth groups from St Matthew’s and St Anne’s churches, Pilgrim Church, and St. Mark’s Church traveled to Mississippi, Chicago and Vermont to complete their missions this summer. Read the full article → from Southborough youth groups worked to help less fortunate communities this summer
Southborough fire logs (9/10/13-9/16/13)
The latest logs from the Southborough Fire Department. Read the full article → from Southborough fire logs (9/10/13-9/16/13)
Police logs (9/13/13-9/15/13): Youths attempt break-in, truck hits bridge, and frightening bangs
The latest log from Southborough Police Department. Read the full article → from Police logs (9/13/13-9/15/13): Youths attempt break-in, truck hits bridge, and frightening bangs
Why flags are at half staff this week: 9/17/13-9/20/13
Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff a mark of respect for the victims of the violence perpetrated at the Washington Navy Yard. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff this week: 9/17/13-9/20/13
MWDN: Marijuana dispensary zoning bylaw proposal opposition from BOH and residents
The Metrowest Daily News reports that the Board of Health and several residents voiced opposition to a proposed medical marijuana zoning bylaw at Monday night’s Planning Board Meeting. Public Hearings will continue on September 30. Read the full article → from MWDN: Marijuana dispensary zoning bylaw proposal opposition from BOH and residents
Help yourself or your business while helping SOS
The Finn Fall Festival is October 4, 2013. This is both a Finn SOS fundraiser and a fun evening of entertainment for Southborough families. There are opportunites to help SOS while getting a tax deduction and/or promoting your business. Read the full article → from Help yourself or your business while helping SOS
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
Roundup of town committee and meeting news: Barn Hollow problems continue, fighting over Stonebrook construction, and concerns over charter school impact
The Metrowest Daily News sometimes covers stories about town committees and meetings that I miss or don’t have time to do justice to.
Some of these stories are relevant to upcoming town committee meetings this week. So, here is the latest roundup …. Read the full article → from Roundup of town committee and meeting news: Barn Hollow problems continue, fighting over Stonebrook construction, and concerns over charter school impact
The week in government (9/16/13-9/19/13): Public hearing on Marijauna dispenseries, superintendent’s goals, Advisory elections, Barn Lane open space (Updated)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week with agenda highlights. Read the full article → from The week in government (9/16/13-9/19/13): Public hearing on Marijauna dispenseries, superintendent’s goals, Advisory elections, Barn Lane open space (Updated)
School safety forum for the public on 9/23
The Public Schools of Northborough and Southborough will host a community forum to share updates on school safety procedures. Read the full article → from School safety forum for the public on 9/23
Child-soldier shares his story with Algonquin upper classmen
Last week, a former child-soldier shared his experiences with juniors and seniors of Algonquin Regional High School. It was a continuation of this year’s “One Book, One School, One Community”. Read the full article → from Child-soldier shares his story with Algonquin upper classmen
Tie up on Route 9 Eastbound to Oak Hill Road
Apparently a water main broke on Oak Hill Road. It’s being fixed this morning, causing traffic on Rte 9. Read the full article → from Tie up on Route 9 Eastbound to Oak Hill Road