Southborough police report a home on School Street was broken into last week. Following a rash of home burglaries at the end of last summer, this incident marks the first home break-in Southborough has seen in several months. Read the full article → from Southborough home broken into last week
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Water main break on Route 9 causes traffic headache this morning
Those of you headed east through Southborough this morning were faced with a slow go. Work to repair a broken water main had Route 9 eastbound down to one lane in Fayville, and that caused a miles-long backup along Route 9, as well as delays on side roads as commuters tried to find ways around the traffic. Read the full article → from Water main break on Route 9 causes traffic headache this morning
The week in government (1/28/13 – 2/1/13)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (1/28/13 – 2/1/13)
Obituary: Sylvia “Simmie” Hirsch, 95
Sylvia (Goldman) “Simmie” Hirsch, 95, a long-time Southborough resident, died on Thursday, January 24, 2013, surrounded by her family. Read the full article → from Obituary: Sylvia “Simmie” Hirsch, 95
Breaking news: Water main break on Route 9 eastbound may impact the morning commute
The Southborough Police Department reports on its Facebook page that a water main on Turnpike Road (Route 9) has burst, making for a traffic headache tonight and possibly into the Monday morning commute. Read the full article → from Breaking news: Water main break on Route 9 eastbound may impact the morning commute
Looking for a spot to go sledding? Think Chestnut Hill Farm.
There’s still a bit of snow on the ground, and forecasts say we might get a touch more tonight. Maybe not enough to break out the sleds, but the next time you’re looking for a spot to zoom down the slopes, don’t forget about Chestnut Hill Farm. Read the full article → from Looking for a spot to go sledding? Think Chestnut Hill Farm.
Brush burning permits available now through May 1
Brush burning season opened earlier this month, but before you break out the matches, don’t forget to get your permit. Read the full article → from Brush burning permits available now through May 1
Fire department logs for the week (1/15/13 – 1/21/13)
The latest logs from the Southborough Fire Department. Read the full article → from Fire department logs for the week (1/15/13 – 1/21/13)
More incumbents pull papers for re-election
Yesterday I shared the news that Selectman John Rooney has decided to run for another term, but he’s not the only incumbent who hopes to continue serving the town. Read the full article → from More incumbents pull papers for re-election
Southborough police logs (1/18/13 – 1/21/13): Kallander Field vandalized
The latest logs from the Southborough Police Department. Read the full article → from Southborough police logs (1/18/13 – 1/21/13): Kallander Field vandalized
Why flags are at half staff today: Thursday, January 24
Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff today in honor of Sergeant First Class Michael J. Squillaci. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff today: Thursday, January 24
School technology advisory committee meets Thursday – new members welcome
The Northborough-Southborough School District’s Technology Advisory Committee meets again tomorrow night, and they’re inviting new members to join them. Read the full article → from School technology advisory committee meets Thursday – new members welcome
Neighbors concerned about traffic, future development at site of proposed 40B
A good crowd of neighbors turned out last night to learn more about a 180-unit 40B condominium complex being proposed for a parcel of land behind Red Roof Inn in the Flagg Road area. Residents told the Board of Selectmen they were concerned about a number of issues, but their primary area of concern – traffic – was mostly off the table, at least for last night’s discussion. Read the full article → from Neighbors concerned about traffic, future development at site of proposed 40B
Breaking news: Selectman John Rooney has decided to run for re-election
After saying earlier this month he was undecided on whether to run for a second term, Chairman of the Board of Selectman John Rooney has decided to throw his hat in the ring. Rooney pulled his nomination papers at the Town Clerk’s office this morning. Read the full article → from Breaking news: Selectman John Rooney has decided to run for re-election