What the fire department has been up to. Read the full article → from Fire department logs for the week (1/10/12 – 1/16/12)
News
Southborough residents arrested today on drug and weapons charges (UPDATED)
A joint investigation by Southborough and Framingham police, along with state police, led to the arrest of two Southborough residents on multiple drug and weapons charges early this morning. Read the full article → from Southborough residents arrested today on drug and weapons charges (UPDATED)
Reminder: Information session on green communities on Thursday
Should Southborough join a growing number of Massachusetts towns that have become certified as “green” communities? That’s the question the town’s Green Technology and Recycling Committee will discuss at an information session on Thursday. Read the full article → from Reminder: Information session on green communities on Thursday
Rotary wellness program starts Wednesday
The Rotary Clubs of Northborough and Southborough will kick off their Winning Wellness Challenge (formerly called the Biggest Loser program) on Wednesday. The 12-week program will feature tips and practical techniques for adopting a healthier lifestyle. Read the full article → from Rotary wellness program starts Wednesday
MWDN: USDA to probe monkey death at Southborough facility
Last week New England Primate Research Center in Southborough was cited by the USDA for an animal death that occurred in October. Now comes word the feds have decided to launch an investigation into the incident. Read the full article → from MWDN: USDA to probe monkey death at Southborough facility
Hundreds say goodbye to Southborough’s Eric Green
Temperatures were below freezing yesterday, but no doubt the cold was the last thing on the mind of the hundreds who came to say goodbye to Trottier Middle School student Eric Green. The 12-year-old passed away suddenly last week after a seizure. Read the full article → from Hundreds say goodbye to Southborough’s Eric Green
Power out to about 100 on south side
Residents of Gilmore Road and the surrounding area are without power on this snowy morning. According to the National Grid website, power went out around 7:30 am, and is expected to be restored by 9:45 am. Read the full article → from Power out to about 100 on south side
Brush burning permits available now through May 1
Brush burning season opened yesterday, 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
The week in high school sports (1/16/12 – 1/22/12)
Here’s what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from The week in high school sports (1/16/12 – 1/22/12)
Overflow crowd expected at Eric Green’s funeral today
The death of 12-year-old Trottier Middle School student Eric Green last week has touched many in this town and beyond, so it’s not surprising to hear a capacity crowd is expected at his funeral today. Read the full article → from Overflow crowd expected at Eric Green’s funeral today
The week in government (1/16/12 – 1/20/12)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (1/16/12 – 1/20/12)
Obituary: Eric C. Green – January 12, 2012
Eric C. Green, 12, of Southborough, died Jan. 12, 2012, at home, after experiencing a seizure. He leaves his parents, Peter M. and Suzanne H. (Heinlen) Green, his brother, Alexander, and his sister, Kristen, all of Southborough. He also leaves his paternal grandparents, Eugene and Rosemary Green of Brookline; his maternal grandfather, Richard Heinlen of Read the full article → from Obituary: Eric C. Green – January 12, 2012
Funeral services for Eric Green to be held on Monday (UPDATED)
According to the Metrowest Daily News, funeral services for Eric Green, the Trottier seventh grader who passed away last week, will be held on Monday at 1:00 pm at St. Matthew Parish. Read the full article → from Funeral services for Eric Green to be held on Monday (UPDATED)
Obituary: Patricia A. Thomas – January 8, 2012
SPRINGFIELD – Patricia A. (Renyolds) Thomas, 66, passed away on January 8th. Patricia was born in Little Rock, Arkansas. Patricia is survived by her children Kimberly Hackett of Southborough and Vanessa Owens of Springfield, her siblings Betty Rivers and Odessa Caston of California, 7 grandchildren, as well as several loving nieces and nephews. Patricia spent Read the full article → from Obituary: Patricia A. Thomas – January 8, 2012