A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government
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Red Cross blood drive at St. Anne Church on Monday
The Red Cross will hold a blood drive at St. Anne Church (20 Boston Road) on Monday, July 19 from 2:00 to 7:00 pm. Anyone who donates will get a free carton of Friendly’s ice cream. Read the full article → from Red Cross blood drive at St. Anne Church on Monday
Open thread: Talk amongst yourselves
For almost two years now I’ve posted stories on this blog nearly every weekday — to the tune of more than 2,200 posts all told — and I’ve decided I’ve earned myself a little break. So, for the next two weeks I’m going to enjoy some time off from the blog, a blogcation if you will. Read the full article → from Open thread: Talk amongst yourselves
The week in government
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government
Overdue water bills will now be assessed late fees
If you don’t pay your water bill on time, it’s now going to cost you. Selectmen last week approved an annual fee for overdue water bills. Read the full article → from Overdue water bills will now be assessed late fees
Southborough Police will add a lieutenant to its ranks
For several months, Police Chief Jane Moran lobbied to add a police lieutenant to the ranks of the Southborough Police Department. At a meeting last month selectmen gave their approval. Read the full article → from Southborough Police will add a lieutenant to its ranks
From Afghanistan to Southborough: Heartfelt thanks
This spring 500 care packages were sent from Southborough to troops stationed in Afghanistan. What was returned to our town was a whole lot of gratitude. Read the full article → from From Afghanistan to Southborough: Heartfelt thanks
Voluntary water ban now in effect
For the past several summers, Southborough has instituted a voluntary water ban during the summer months. Selectman last week voted to do the same this summer. The voluntary ban went into effect on June 30 and will run through September 22. Read the full article → from Voluntary water ban now in effect
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
It’s hot out today. How are you staying cool?
You don’t need me to tell you it’s going to be another hot one today. The weather reports say Southborough will reach the mid-90’s today, but it will feel like triple digits. Read the full article → from It’s hot out today. How are you staying cool?
Deadline for affordable house on Parkerville nears
As the deadline for submitting an application for the affordable house at 209 Parkerville Road approaches — it’s July 9 — a group of town officials held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the house last week. Read the full article → from Deadline for affordable house on Parkerville nears
Southborough team plays in Cooperstown tournament
It’s already been a busy summer for the Southborough Storm youth baseball team. Last week they competed in a national tournament at Cooperstown, and this week they continue their drive toward the district title with a game tomorrow night at Mooney Field. Read the full article → from Southborough team plays in Cooperstown tournament
The week in government
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government
Committee recommends against new police station design
For the past several years, the Municipal Facilities Committee and others have been working on a plan to build a new police station. While a scheme has been developed for a new one-story building to replace the existing police station, the committee told selectmen on Tuesday night they don’t think the design will work. Read the full article → from Committee recommends against new police station design