Mary Elizabeth (Donovan) Small, aged 90 years, of Bridgewater, died Friday, Jan. 13, 2012, at Copley at Stoughton. She was the wife of Leonard Allan Small; they had been married for 62 years. She was born in Boston, daughter of the late John and Ellen (Fouhy) Donovan. She was a graduate of St. Patricks School, Read the full article → from Obituary: Mary Elizabeth (Donovan) Small – January 13, 2012
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MWDN: Southborough K-8 officials to consider idea to close one school
The K-8 School Committee meeting this week agreed to revisit the question of whether Southborough should close one of its four schools due to declining enrollment, reports the Metrowest Daily News. The decision comes after a tense meeting earlier this week with the Advisory Committee. Read the full article → from MWDN: Southborough K-8 officials to consider idea to close one school
Southborough goes ‘green’ in honor of Eric
Green is the color of choice for many in Southborough today. Trottier Middle School students started the movement to wear green in honor of their 13-year-old classmate Eric Green who passed away suddenly this week. Read the full article → from Southborough goes ‘green’ in honor of Eric
Water main break affects southside homes
A number of families on the south side of town woke up to limited water pressure this morning after a water main broke on Liberty Drive overnight. Crews are currently working on the problem. Read the full article → from Water main break affects southside homes
Obituary: David M. Smith – January 7, 2012
David M. Smith, 56, a life long resident of Southborough died at his home on Saturday, January 7, 2012, after being suddenly stricken ill. Dave attended Algonquin Regional High School in Northborough and was a graduate of Quinsigamond Community College. He worked for Framingham State University as a computer operator for years. David was an Read the full article → from Obituary: David M. Smith – January 7, 2012
Breaking news: A student from Trottier has died
It breaks my heart to bring you this news, although I suspect a good number of you already know. Trottier Middle School seventh grader Eric Green passed away last night at his home from complications of a seizure condition. He was 13 years old. Read the full article → from Breaking news: A student from Trottier has died
Front entrance is closed, but the Southborough Library is open today
To prevent any slips and sliding on the front granite staircase, the DPW and Facilities Department have recommended closing the front entrance today. Read the full article → from Front entrance is closed, but the Southborough Library is open today
Fay goes plaid in honor of the late Dick Upjohn (with PHOTOS)
Longtime Southborough resident Dick Upjohn, who passed away last week at the age of 82, had a passion for history, particularly ancient history. He had a passion for the outdoors and a for conservation. He also had a passion for plaid. Read the full article → from Fay goes plaid in honor of the late Dick Upjohn (with PHOTOS)
MWDN: Southborough school boss calls for leaner increase for 2013
I wasn’t able to go to the K-8 School Committee meeting last night, but Brad from the Metrowest Daily News was there, and he reports Superintendent Charles Gobron presented a preliminary budget that has a slimmer increase than those we have seen in past years. Read the full article → from MWDN: Southborough school boss calls for leaner increase for 2013
Gardeners thank local businesses for wreath support
For the past 27 years, the Southborough Gardeners have helped make the holiday season in Southborough more festive by hanging wreaths on the doors of town buildings and businesses. This year nearly 100 wreaths graced the doors and windows of places like the Town House, the fire and police stations, Colonial Gardens, and most Main Street businesses. Read the full article → from Gardeners thank local businesses for wreath support
Harvard cited for another primate death at Southborough facility (Updated)
The New England Primate Research Center in Southborough has been cited for a second animal death that occurred in 2011. The Primate Center is owned and operated by Harvard Medical School. Read the full article → from Harvard cited for another primate death at Southborough facility (Updated)
Preliminary K-8 school budget to be presented tonight
Taxpayers will get their first look at next year’s K-8 school budget tonight. Superintendent Charles Gobron is expected to present preliminary numbers at this evening’s school committee meeting. Read the full article → from Preliminary K-8 school budget to be presented tonight
Fire department logs for the week (1/3/12 – 1/9/12)
What the fire department has been up to. Read the full article → from Fire department logs for the week (1/3/12 – 1/9/12)
Southborough may see snow or ice tomorrow night
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for late tonight through tomorrow evening for a fast-moving storm that could bring snow and ice to Southborough. Read the full article → from Southborough may see snow or ice tomorrow night