Metrowest Daily News reports that an Oregon Road home was broken into on Friday. This is the seventh forced home break-in since May 8th. Read the full article → from MWDN: Break-in on Oregon Road
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Participation in government is on the decline. What can we do to turn it around?
When it comes to public participation in town government, recent numbers paint a grim picture. A mere 184 residents attended Town Meeting in April. Town elections featured not a single contested race, and only 5.5% of registered voters went to the polls despite the draw of two historic ballot measures. Currently there are 26 vacancies on town boards and committees, with some unable to meet because they do not have a quorum. Read the full article → from Participation in government is on the decline. What can we do to turn it around?
MWDN: Algonquin drug sweep leads to one arrest
On Friday, Northborough and Southborough Police conducted a drug sweep in conjunction with State Police’s K-9 and its handlers. The sweep led to the discovery of drugs and an arrest. Read the full article → from MWDN: Algonquin drug sweep leads to one arrest
The week in government (6/17/13 – 6/21/13)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (6/17/13 – 6/21/13)
Are we due for another bear sighting?
Metrowest Daily News reported a black bear was sighted last week in Sudbury and Wayland. Just last June, a young black bear ambled through Southborough. Are you hoping to sight one again this year? Read the full article → from Are we due for another bear sighting?
Changes to half day kindergarten at Finn next year
Enrollment in half-day kindergarten at Finn has been on the decline in past years, and with only eight children signed up to start as half-day students next fall, Superintendent Charles Gobron said they’ve decided to make some changes to the program. Read the full article → from Changes to half day kindergarten at Finn next year
Algonquin falls in girls lacrosse state semifinals
The rematch did not go as Algonquin hoped. For the second year in a row, Algonquin girls lacrosse faced off against Longmeadow in the District 1 state semifinals, but unlike last year, the girls on Wednesday fell to their West Division rival. Read the full article → from Algonquin falls in girls lacrosse state semifinals
MWDN: Southborough’s Trottier Middle School celebrates life of beloved student (UPDATED)
Those of you who attended the celebration of life for Eric Green last weekend know just how touching it was – a morning of speeches, remembrances, music, laughter, and of course, tears. Read the full article → from MWDN: Southborough’s Trottier Middle School celebrates life of beloved student (UPDATED)
Southborough selectmen pass on joining anti-casino coalition
Four nearby towns are gearing up to fight a proposed resort casino off Interstate 495 in Milford that they say would negatively impact their communities. Last week, Southborough selectmen opted not to join the battle. Read the full article → from Southborough selectmen pass on joining anti-casino coalition
Neary planning 1:1 technology pilot for next year
Southborough 4th graders may be part of a one-to-one technology pilot next spring. One-to-one technology is the use of one electronic device (computer or tablet) per student for use in classroom and/or home. Read the full article → from Neary planning 1:1 technology pilot for next year
MWDN: One dead in Southborough crash (UPDATED)
A bad accident on Northboro Road last night has apparently claimed the life of one person and injured another. Read the full article → from MWDN: One dead in Southborough crash (UPDATED)
Southborough fire logs (6/4/13 – 6/10/13)
The latest logs from the Southborough Fire Department. Read the full article → from Southborough fire logs (6/4/13 – 6/10/13)
Why flags are at half staff this week
Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff in honor of former Governor Argeo Paul Celucci. Governor Celucci died from ALS on Saturday, June 8. The United States flag will fly at half mast until sunset on Friday, June 14. The Commenwealth flag is also at half mast and will remain so until sunset, Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff this week
Algonquin girls lacrosse wins district championship
Congratulations go out to the Algonquin girls lacrosse team for capturing the Central Division 1 title for the second year in a row. The top-ranked girls soundly beat 3rd-seed Shrewsbury at Foley Stadium on Friday by a score of 18-9. Read the full article → from Algonquin girls lacrosse wins district championship