The latest logs from the Southborough Police Department Read the full article → from Southborough police logs (6/11/12 – 6/16/12): Calves on the loose and geese in the road
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Southborough recognized for storm readiness
In 2009, Southborough became only the ninth municipality in Massachusetts to be certified as a StormReady Community. Earlier this month, the National Weather Service recertified Southborough, recognizing its prevention, preparedness, and response plans. Read the full article → from Southborough recognized for storm readiness
Obituary: Guy L. Akers, 96
Guy L. Akers, 96, formerly of Southborough, died Sunday, June 17, 2012 in the Lydia Taft House in Uxbridge. His wife of 42 years, Regina (Fitzpatrick) Akers died in 1995. He leaves two sons, Jay Akers, and his wife, Patti of Milford and Stephen Akers, and his wife, Janet of Vicksburg, MS; two grandchildren, Michael Read the full article → from Obituary: Guy L. Akers, 96
Obituary: Arthur A. Rosen, 76
CHARLOTTE, NC – Arthur A. Rosen, of 3200 Shillington Place, formerly of David Drive in Olean, NY, passed away Thursday June 14, 2012 following a short illness. Mr. Rosen was born on Sept. 2, 1935, in Olean and was a son of the late David and Rae Reich Rose. On April 14, 1979, he married Read the full article → from Obituary: Arthur A. Rosen, 76
Take 2: Gold Star Memorial train scheduled to pass through Southborough tonight
This is short notice, but earlier today I learned the Gold Star Memorial train will make a stop in Southborough this evening. The special passenger coach which bears the name of every soldier, marine, sailor and airman who lost their life while serving in Iraq and Afghanistan, was scheduled to pass through town last week as it traveled the Boston-Worcester line, but the run had to be scrapped at the last moment due to mechanical problems. Read the full article → from Take 2: Gold Star Memorial train scheduled to pass through Southborough tonight
Zoning board chairman responds to criticism over Gulbankians decision
The recent decision by a Worcester court to deny an appeal by the owners of Gulbankian Farms, has prompted quite a few of you to speak out in support of the Gulbankian family here on the blog. The Gulbankians had appealed a decision last year by the town’s Zoning Board of Appeals that required them to make improvements to their Mt. Vickery Road property in order to continue to operate multiple businesses on the lot. Read the full article → from Zoning board chairman responds to criticism over Gulbankians decision
PHOTOS: Three Algonquin teams compete in state final matches
It was a disappointing weekend to be sure, but three Algonquin teams who completed in the state finals this weekend still have much to be proud of. The boys lacrosse, girls, lacrosse, and baseball teams all had championship games this weekend, but all all fell to their opponents. Read the full article → from PHOTOS: Three Algonquin teams compete in state final matches
The week in government (6/18/12 – 6/22/12)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (6/18/12 – 6/22/12)
Sportsmanship award in honor of Eric Green to be presented after youth baseball game tonight
Two teams from Southborough Youth Baseball’s 10-12 year old division will play the second game of their double elimination championship tournament tonight at Mooney Field. It’s do-or-die for team Eagle Leasing as they take the field against team Dominos. Read the full article → from Sportsmanship award in honor of Eric Green to be presented after youth baseball game tonight
MWDN: Southborough selectman heeds the call out of Africa
Metrowest Daily News reporter Brad Petrishan got an unexpected response when he called Southborough Selectman Dan Kolenda on his cell phone this week. Here’s what happened. Read the full article → from MWDN: Southborough selectman heeds the call out of Africa
Algonquin baseball headed to the state finals
The Cinderella season continues for Algonquin baseball, as the team that barely made the postseason is now headed to the Division 1 state finals. Read the full article → from Algonquin baseball headed to the state finals
PHOTOS: Algonquin girls and boys lacrosse win state semifinals
Southborough photographer Chris Wraight was in East Longmeadow earlier this week to capture the Algonquin girls and boys lacrosse teams’ back-to-back wins in their respective state semifinal games. Read the full article → from PHOTOS: Algonquin girls and boys lacrosse win state semifinals
Algonquin Pops Night a hit (with PHOTOS)
Pops Night has been an annual tradition at Algonquin for I don’t know how long, and this year’s event was as entertaining as ever. The folks at the Northborough-Southborough Music Association, which sponsors the event, sent along this update. Read the full article → from Algonquin Pops Night a hit (with PHOTOS)
Save the date: Business speaker series to focus on healthcare – June 27
The latest topic in the Southborough Business Network’s INSIDE STORY Business Speaker Series is healthcare. Explore topics that will interest both business owners and healthcare consumers at the Southborough Library on June 27. Read the full article → from Save the date: Business speaker series to focus on healthcare – June 27