There will be a public hearing on Thursday to review National Grid’s application to cut down 38 trees and prune another 3 because they’re threatening main power lines. The trees are located on these roads: Lynnbrook Road – 1 removal Lovers Lane – 22 removals, 3 trims Flagg Road – 10 removals Deerfoot Road – Read the full article → from National Grid plans tree removal
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Southborough firefighters respond to candle and car fires yesterday
The Southborough Fire Department responded to two fire incidents yesterday, one at a house on East Main Street, and another in a car on the Mass Pike. Here are details — and photos — courtesy of the fire department. Read the full article → from Southborough firefighters respond to candle and car fires yesterday
Selectmen interview police chief candidates
It was a show of overwhelming support for Interim Chief Jane Moran last night after interviews for Southborough’s new police chief wrapped up, with most of the support coming from her own department. A number of Southborough police officers showed up and spoke on Moran’s behalf during the public comment period that came after selectmen Read the full article → from Selectmen interview police chief candidates
Northborough-Southborough cheerleaders heading to regional competition
Three cheers for the Northborough-Southborough T-Hawks Cheerleaders. The Pop Warner Midget team won their division at the Regional Cheer Qualifiers in Springfield on November 8. The win means they get to compete in the regional championship on Saturday at the DCU Center in Worcester. Good luck, girls! Read the full article → from Northborough-Southborough cheerleaders heading to regional competition
Open discussion thread: Ask questions, share opinions
Time for another open thread. For those of you new to the blog, the open discussion thread is your place to ask questions, sound off on town issues, or share information with other readers. Here are some suggestions to get you started: Ask questions about programs in town or the town itself Post a note Read the full article → from Open discussion thread: Ask questions, share opinions
Rain doesn’t diminish Scouting for Food donations
Thanks to what was left of Hurricane Ida, the rain was coming down hard on Saturday morning, and that had some at Pilgrim Church worried. Volunteers sorting and boxing food collected during the annual Scouting for Food drive were worried the rain might translate into fewer donations. They needn’t have worried. Southborough scouts collected over Read the full article → from Rain doesn’t diminish Scouting for Food donations
The week in government
All eyes are on the Board of Selectmen this week as they interview the four finalists for the position of police chief on Monday night. On Tuesday, they’ll make a selection. Monday’s meeting starts at 6:30 pm, and Tuesday’s starts at 6:00 pm. Both are in the Hearing Room on the second floor of the Read the full article → from The week in government
Reminder: Scouting for Food collection on Saturday
Did you get your Scouting for Food bag last week? Now’s the time to fill it up. By doing so, you’ll help the scouts help the Southborough Food Pantry feed local families all through the winter. This year the scouts have a goal of collecting 5,250 pounds of food and household items, that’s 25% more Read the full article → from Reminder: Scouting for Food collection on Saturday
Newton Street closed again today
For the second time in as many weeks, a portion of Newton Street north of Southboro Medical is closed for road work. DPW head Karen Galligan said today’s closure is for drainage work. The closure last week was to to tap an existing water main and install a fire hydrant. Newton Street is expected to Read the full article → from Newton Street closed again today
Lacrosse registration opens today, information session tonight
Registration for Northborough-Southborough Youth Lacrosse (NSYA) spring 2010 season opens today. New players are being accepted at all age levels. If you want to learn more, there’s an information session tonight at Trottier from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Representatives will discuss the philosophy and rules of the league, answer questions, and review required equipment. For Read the full article → from Lacrosse registration opens today, information session tonight
An interview with Algonquin’s new principal
Northborough resident Kim Henderson-Lee, editor of the new Northboro News, recently sat down with Algonquin principal Tom Mead. Mead was hired earlier this year to replace outgoing principal Ned Gallagher. Read the full interview to learn more about Mead’s background, interests, and his hopes for Algonquin. (And while you’re there, be sure to click around Read the full article → from An interview with Algonquin’s new principal
Fire engulfs car after Mass Pike crash on Saturday
The Southborough Fire Department responded to a two-car crash on the Mass Pike westbound on Saturday afternoon that injured one driver and ignited a fire that engulfed one of the cars. Here’s a report from the fire department: Firefighters and paramedics responded to the Massachusetts Turnpike on Saturday afternoon, November 7th in Ambulance 28 and Read the full article → from Fire engulfs car after Mass Pike crash on Saturday
Southborough teen remains in jail on murder charge
New details have emerged in the murder case against Southborough teen Christopher Manoloules. Manoloules and his uncle Robert Upton of Ipswich are charged with killing Manoloules’ other uncle Aris Manoloules in September. You can read the details here: Court papers: Southborough teen blames uncle for slaying (Metrowest Daily News) Defense points finger at murder victim’s Read the full article → from Southborough teen remains in jail on murder charge
A Veterans Day message from a Southborough resident
Each year Southborough resident and VFW Commander Steve Whynot puts his thoughts about Veterans Day into writing. He shared this year’s message in a recent comment on the blog, but I’m reprinting it here for those of you who may have missed it. Recently I questioned myself why it was necessary to put my thoughts Read the full article → from A Veterans Day message from a Southborough resident