A frightening incident reported in today’s Metrowest Daily News: Lt. Sean James said police responded to 17 Ted Lane at 6:05 a.m. Saturday after a man reported a confrontation with two men who tried breaking into his house. James said the man awoke to the sound of someone opening his screen door, at which time Read the full article → from MWDN: Southborough man uses knife to chase away intruders
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Southborough curlers win junior national tournament, qualify for world championship
What a weekend for Southborough brothers Stephen and Korey Dropkin. The pair led their team to a gold medal in the Men’s US Junior Nationals Curling Championship. The win means they now go on to represent the US in the world competition coming up next month in Sweden. Read the full article → from Southborough curlers win junior national tournament, qualify for world championship
High school sports for the week (2/6/12 – 2/12/12
Here’s what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from High school sports for the week (2/6/12 – 2/12/12
Zoning board asks for more information on Capasso plans
The pair who hope to return Capasso Farms to its former glory went before the Zoning Board of Appeals for a second time late last month. Board members were still mixed on whether they would grant the necessary variances. Read the full article → from Zoning board asks for more information on Capasso plans
The week in government (2/6/12 – 2/10/12)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (2/6/12 – 2/10/12)
Algonquin field hockey team honored for district championship
During a halftime celebration at the Algonquin/St. John’s basketball game on Tuesday, the Algonquin girls field hockey team was honored for its winning season. The team captured the Central District 1 championship title last fall. It was their second championship win in as many years. Read the full article → from Algonquin field hockey team honored for district championship
Fit Studio28 introduces classes for teens
Southborough residents Cindy Evangelous and Leah Ammon, owners of Fit Studio28 in Westborough, recently announced that they’re adding teen fitness classes to their lineup. The classes are intended for kids ages 9 through 14. Read the full article → from Fit Studio28 introduces classes for teens
A roundup of Southborough retail and restaurant happenings
Southborough shops and eateries have been making some changes lately – both in town and out. Here’s the latest. Read the full article → from A roundup of Southborough retail and restaurant happenings
Want to vote in the presidential primary? Make sure you’re registered by February 15
Massachusetts will hold its presidential primary election on March 6. If you want to cast your ballot, and you’re not already registered to vote, you’ll need to do so no later than Wednesday, February 15. Read the full article → from Want to vote in the presidential primary? Make sure you’re registered by February 15
Cumberland Farms on Route 9 to get an upgrade
The Cumberland Farms on Route 9 west just before the interchange with Route 495 will be getting a new look. Cumberland Farms president, and Southborough resident, Ari Haseotes told the Zoning Board of Appeals last month he plans to raze the current structure and build a new one in its place. Read the full article → from Cumberland Farms on Route 9 to get an upgrade
Selectmen to interview additional candidates for fire chief
Two new candidates will be considered for the position of Southborough Fire Chief, the screening committee announced today, and both are current members of the Southborough Fire Department. Captain Joseph Mauro and Lieutenant Christian Dano will be interviewed for the position by the Board of Selectmen at a meeting later this month. Read the full article → from Selectmen to interview additional candidates for fire chief
Southborough public safety chiefs warn against proposed budget cuts
Southborough’s public safety chiefs went before the Board of Selectmen and Advisory Committee last night to make the case for a level-service budget for next year. Both Interim Fire Chief Michael Dunne and Police Chief Jane Moran said proposed cuts would harm their already understaffed departments. Read the full article → from Southborough public safety chiefs warn against proposed budget cuts
Why flags are at half staff today: Wednesday, February 1
Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff today in honor of former Boston mayor Kevin White. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff today: Wednesday, February 1
Fire department logs for the week (1/24/12 – 1/30/12)
What the fire department has been up to Read the full article → from Fire department logs for the week (1/24/12 – 1/30/12)