Taxes are going up this year, but not by as much as they have in the previous two years. Earlier this month, the Board of Selectmen approved a tax rate of $16.54. Read the full article → from MWDN: Average Southborough residential tax bill will rise $238 in fiscal 2013
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Southborough police logs (11/23/12 – 11/25/12): Seal-coating scam
The latest logs from the Southborough Police Department Read the full article → from Southborough police logs (11/23/12 – 11/25/12): Seal-coating scam
Southborough Fire Department collecting toys to help local families
The Southborough Fire Department is once again holding its annual toy drive. The majority of toys they collect will go to Hopkinton-based Project Just Because, but Southborough Youth and Family Services gets first dibs on toys for Southborough families. Read the full article → from Southborough Fire Department collecting toys to help local families
MWDN: Southborough denies new Cumberland Farms an occupancy permit
The new Cumberland Farms on Route 9 westbound just before Route 495 may look close to done, but they won’t be able to open their doors just yet. Town Building Inspector David Gusmini issued a cease and desist order in late September because three retaining walls on the site were not built according to the plans approved by the town. Read the full article → from MWDN: Southborough denies new Cumberland Farms an occupancy permit
The week in government
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government
Obituary: Myra L. Claflin, 80
Myra L. (Farnum) Claflin, 80, of Southborough died on Wednesday, November 21, 2012 at Beaumont Skilled Nursing and rehab Center in Westborough after a period of declining health. She was the beloved wife of Ralph Claflin for the past 59 years. Read the full article → from Obituary: Myra L. Claflin, 80
Shop Southborough this holiday season!
Southborough doesn’t have any malls. We don’t have a Target or a Wal-Mart or any other big box stores. But that doesn’t mean we lack for options when it comes to holiday shopping. There’s something for everyone right in our own backyard. Read the full article → from Shop Southborough this holiday season!
What’s open and what’s not over the Thanksgiving holiday
Here’s a list of what’s open and what’s not around town over the Thanksgiving holiday. Note that like last year the Transfer Station will be closed on both Thursday and Friday but open normal hours on Saturday, and the Library will be closed starting Thursday through the whole weekend. Read the full article → from What’s open and what’s not over the Thanksgiving holiday
Library Friends reviews museum passes
If you’re looking to take in some area attractions over the Thanksgiving break, don’t forget about the discount passes available at the Southborough Library. The Friends of the Southborough Library, which funds the passes, is in the process of reviewing the program to determine which passes it should continue to offer and which ones it should swap out Read the full article → from Library Friends reviews museum passes
Southorough business owners: Get listed in the 3rd Annual My Southborough Shop Local Guide
The Shop Local Guide has become an annual tradition here on My Southborough, and it’s always a hit with readers. The guide is intended to help Southborough businesses promote what they have to offer, while at the same time helping Southborough residents check items off their holiday to-do lists. Read the full article → from Southorough business owners: Get listed in the 3rd Annual My Southborough Shop Local Guide
MWDN: Southborough looks to save by combining positions
Two Southborough departments are looking to save some cash by sharing an administrative assistant. Read the full article → from MWDN: Southborough looks to save by combining positions
Messiah Concert Committee donates to the Southborough Food Pantry
The Messiah concert is an annual tradition at Pilgrim Church. It’s an event that features inspiring music, but it’s also an event that aims to give back to the community. Read the full article → from Messiah Concert Committee donates to the Southborough Food Pantry
The week in government
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government
Southborough Library hosts INSIDE STORY speaker series
In its second year, the Southborough Business Network’s INSIDE STORY speaker series has featured presentations by a number of leaders in the Southborough business community. Last week they invited the President and CEO of Kaz, Inc. to talk about building a global brand. Read the full article → from Southborough Library hosts INSIDE STORY speaker series