Here’s my look at how our town weighed in. One factor that’s worth highlighting is the difference between early voting and Super Tuesday results. Read the full article → from How did Southborough vote?
How did Southborough vote?
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Car seat check event – March 14th
Next week, the Southborough Police Department will host a public safety event for families with babies and young children — or anyone else who drives with them (or will be soon). Read the full article → from Car seat check event – March 14th
Planning Board hitting pause on MBTA Zoning due to non-compliant map
Last night, the board discussed the need to reevaluate the area near the train station and possibly lobby the state for leeway or an extension.
Last night, the Planning Board voted not to bring the MBTA Communities zoning Article to Annual Town Meeting this month. The board will instead pursue changes for a Special Town Meeting in the fall. Read the full article → from Planning Board hitting pause on MBTA Zoning due to non-compliant map
Super Tuesday in Southborough: Primary details
The “Super Tuesday” Presidential Primary is tomorrow, March 5th. Here’s a reminder about what you need to know about voting in Southborough and the races on the ballots. Read the full article → from Super Tuesday in Southborough: Primary details
ARHS Girls Hockey headed to Elite 8
Recapping the team's Sweet 16 win.
In an intense “Sweet 16 game”, Algonquin Girls Hockey came out on top, shutting out opponent Martha’s Vineyard. Read the full article → from ARHS Girls Hockey headed to Elite 8
The week in government
Planning Board MBTA zoning hearing; Select Board on final Town Meeting Warrant; Conservation Commission; and more
Here is a selection of the committee and board meetings for the week along with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government
ARHS Playoffs Update
Girls Basketball and Boys Hockey are out; Girls Hockey plays Saturday night.
This week, three Algonquin Titans teams were in the state playoffs. One of them is headed into the Sweet 16 tomorrow night. Read the full article → from ARHS Playoffs Update
Nominations for “Library Service Distinction” deadline is March 12
The Southborough Library is seeking nominees for the 5th annual Peggy Tuttle Award for Library Service Distinction. And I owe a late congrats to last year’s winner. Read the full article → from Nominations for “Library Service Distinction” deadline is March 12
Neural Tube Defect Awareness Presentation — Wednesday
Next week, the community is invited to a presentation at the Southborough Library, to learn about a serious fatal birth defect, and preventative measures. Read the full article → from Neural Tube Defect Awareness Presentation — Wednesday
Residents still needed to help study future use of South Union Building
The 21 Highland Future Use Committee is still lacking quorum and has no members from the neighborhood, or an at-large member
There are still vacancies (and a lack of quorum) on the 21 Highland Future Use Committee. The committee is still seeking neighbors who live within a half mile, plus an at-large member. Read the full article → from Residents still needed to help study future use of South Union Building
Reminder: Family Costume Karaoke – Friday
Help fund camp scholarships and join a fun kick off for the "International Day of Unplugging"
Southborough Youth and Family Services and Southborough Rec are kicking off “International Day of Unplugging” with a special event for families. It also serves as a Friends of the Southborough Youth Commission fundraiser for summer camp scholarships. Read the full article → from Reminder: Family Costume Karaoke – Friday
Youth Lacrosse Clinic run by ARHS Girls team
The high school team will run the clinic for K-8 players on 3 Sundays in March
Algonquin’s Girls Lacrosse team will be holding a special clinic for players in Grades K-8 next month. Registration is open, and spots are limited. Read the full article → from Youth Lacrosse Clinic run by ARHS Girls team
Obituary: Louie Wong, 97
We are sad to announce the passing of Louie “Louise” Wong, formerly of Clermont, FL, and Southborough, MA. She died at age 97 on February 17, 2024, in Quincy, MA. Read the full article → from Obituary: Louie Wong, 97
Car fire near Chestnut Hill Rd home
Overnight, a driver delivering papers had quite a fright when their car burst into flames, right by a residence. Read the full article → from Car fire near Chestnut Hill Rd home