Yesterday I posted a list of vacancies on town boards and committees. Turns out I had copied and pasted from an outdated list. Whoops. Read the full article → from Updated list of committee vacancies
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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
Selectmen approve split tax rate — what it means for your property taxes
Southborough is going to try something a bit different with property taxes this year. For what I believe is the first time ever (someone correct me if I’m wrong), selectmen last night set two tax rates – one for residential properties and second higher rate for commercial properties. Read the full article → from Selectmen approve split tax rate — what it means for your property taxes
A year ago this week: Ladybugs!
I’ve come across a handful of ladybugs in the house this year, but nothing like what we experienced last year. Read the full article → from A year ago this week: Ladybugs!
Southborough committees look to fill vacancies
Looking to get more involved in your community? How about a spot on one of the town boards and committees? There’s something for everyone whether your interest is historic preservation, the environment, fiscal responsibility, or youth and recreation. Read the full article → from Southborough committees look to fill vacancies
More than 10,000 pounds of goodies collected for troops overseas
Southborough resident Lisa Braccio wrote in with the results of this weekend’s troop drive. Calling the drive “hugely successful,” Lisa said as of Sunday they had packaged up 439 boxes weighing more than 10,000 pounds. Read the full article → from More than 10,000 pounds of goodies collected for troops overseas
Southborough Rotary offering discounted tickets to Worcester Sharks game
The Southborough Rotary has a large block of reduced price tickets ($15 each) for the Worcester Sharks game on Saturday, 10/30 @ 1:00 pm against the Providence Bruins. Read the full article → from Southborough Rotary offering discounted tickets to Worcester Sharks game
Photos: Scenes from a Southborough weekend
There was plenty going on in town this past weekend. I spend Saturday morning taking photos of some of the events. Read the full article → from Photos: Scenes from a Southborough weekend
Open discussion thread: Ask questions, share opinions
The open discussion thread is your place to ask questions, sound off on town issues, or share information with other readers. Read the full article → from Open discussion thread: Ask questions, share opinions
High school sports this week
Here’s what’s on tap in high school sports this week. Read the full article → from High school sports this week
The week in government
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government
Southborough wildlife: What is this creature?
A My Southborough reader sent in these photos taken earlier this week at the corner of Sears Road and Route 30. For the life of me I have no idea what this creature is, but I find it equal parts creepy and adorable. Read the full article → from Southborough wildlife: What is this creature?
High school sports wrap-up
Here are the results of this week’s games. Read the full article → from High school sports wrap-up
Earn bucks for Southborough schools while grocery shopping
Last year the Southborough schools raised more than $1,000 through Stop & Shop’s A+ Bonus Bucks program. They’re participating again this year and need your help. Read the full article → from Earn bucks for Southborough schools while grocery shopping