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
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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
Southborough fire logs (2/19/13 – 2/25/13)
The latest logs from the Southborough Fire Department. Read the full article → from Southborough fire logs (2/19/13 – 2/25/13)
Post season begins for Algonquin basketball and hockey; Gymnastics misses states by a fraction

The Algonquin boys and girls basketball teams hope to be tough to beat in the postseason this year. Both had stellar regular seasons, and are entering the district playoffs with high rankings, while the Algonquin gymnastics team, a postseason stalwart, missed out on a trip to the state competition this year by a fraction of a point. Read the full article → from Post season begins for Algonquin basketball and hockey; Gymnastics misses states by a fraction
Letter: School administration failing to reign in labor, facilities costs
Ed note: My Southborough accepts signed letters to the editor submitted by Southborough residents. Letters may be emailed to mysouthborough@gmail.com. Read the full article → from Letter: School administration failing to reign in labor, facilities costs
Southborough police logs (2/22/13 – 2/25/13): Four attempted vehicle break-ins reported on Monday
Southborough police responded to four separate reports of attempted vehicle break-ins on Monday morning, all in the Pine Hill Road area. Read the full article → from Southborough police logs (2/22/13 – 2/25/13): Four attempted vehicle break-ins reported on Monday
Press release round-up: News from the State House

Our state representatives, Carolyn Dykema in the House and Jamie Eldridge in the Senate, have sent out a number of press releases over the past few weeks to update constituents on the goings-on in Boston. Read the full article → from Press release round-up: News from the State House
More come out for and against proposed zoning changes
As public hearings on a proposed overhaul of the town’s zoning bylaw continue, more town boards, business leaders, and residents are speaking out both for and against the proposed changes. Read the full article → from More come out for and against proposed zoning changes
The week in government (2/25/13 – 3/1/13)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (2/25/13 – 3/1/13)
Obituary: Carolyn A. Urban, 68
Carolyn A. (Zelesky) Urban, 68, of Southborough, died Saturday, February 23, 2013, in her home, surrounded by her loving family, after an illness. Read the full article → from Obituary: Carolyn A. Urban, 68