Here’s what’s on tap in high school sports this week. Read the full article → from High school sports this week (12/27– 1/2)
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The week in government
There are no meetings scheduled this week for town departments and committees. The Town House is closed today (for the Christmas holiday, not because of the snow) Read the full article → from The week in government
Blizzard warning for Southborough starting Sunday
Looks like we could be in for a big one on Sunday. The National Weather Service has issued winter storm and blizzard warnings for most of the state, including Southborough. The warnings extend from noon on Sunday through noon on Monday. Read the full article → from Blizzard warning for Southborough starting Sunday
Happy Holidays, Southborough
I don’t know about you, but I’m thrilled we won’t just be dreaming about a white Christmas this year. No matter how you celebrate this time of year, I wish you much peace and joy, from my family to yours. Read the full article → from Happy Holidays, Southborough
In the media: Southborough’s Finn School ‘adopts’ Worcester students
Here’s a story to make you feel good going into the holidays. Read the full article → from In the media: Southborough’s Finn School ‘adopts’ Worcester students
Holiday schedule for the transfer station, library, and other spots around town
Here’s a list of when our municipal facilities will be closed over the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. Read the full article → from Holiday schedule for the transfer station, library, and other spots around town
Two Southborough police officers have resigned
Police Chief Jane Moran told Selectmen on Tuesday night that two Southborough police officers have resigned from the force to take positions in other departments. She said the officers were leaving for “personal reasons.” Read the full article → from Two Southborough police officers have resigned
Why flags are at half staff today – Thursday, December 23
Flags in Southborough and across the state will fly at half staff today in honor of Pfc. Ethan Goncalo of Fall River. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff today – Thursday, December 23
Vote for the best decorated house in Southborough
I keep hoping to make it out with my camera one of these nights to take photos of all the holiday decorations around town, but so far that hasn’t happened. But you can see a selection of well-decorated homes over at SouthboroughNews.com. Read the full article → from Vote for the best decorated house in Southborough
Selectmen say they don’t support ban on cigarette sales in pharmacies
It wasn’t on the agenda at last night’s Board of Selectmen meeting, but before the meeting started I had a chance to ask the selectmen what they thought of the Board of Health’s recent decision to ban tobacco sales in Southborough pharmacies. Read the full article → from Selectmen say they don’t support ban on cigarette sales in pharmacies
Girl Scouts sponsor confidence workshop for girls
Southborough Girl Scout Troop 2766 is looking to entertain and empower girls in grades 5 through 8 over the winter break. Read the full article → from Girl Scouts sponsor confidence workshop for girls
What the fire department has been up to
Fire department logs for the week. Read the full article → from What the fire department has been up to
Tower 21 now officially in service
You’ve probably seen Tower 21 — the newest addition to Southborough’s fire fighting fleet — cruising around town over the past few weeks. Most of those drives have been training exercises as the crew gets used to the new apparatus. Read the full article → from Tower 21 now officially in service
Fay School seeks volunteers for Special Olympic basketball games
On February 12, Southborough’s Fay School will host the basketball assessment round of the Massachusetts Special Olympics. The assessment round is a regional competition intended to assess athlete and team ability before the state Winter Games in early March. Read the full article → from Fay School seeks volunteers for Special Olympic basketball games