Last week I blogged about employment opportunities offered by the town of Southborough. Perhaps you already have a job that you like and you’re more interested in volunteer opportunities. Well, you’re in luck because there are a number of vacancies on town committees. There’s something for everyone: Capital Budget Planning Committee (Moderator appt.) Field Driver Read the full article → from Your chance to get involved
News
Reminder: Lots of local government happenging tonight
The Sox have the night off, so take this opportunity to attend any one of the 4 different committee meetings happening in Southborough tonight. As for the Presidential Debate airing this evening, that’s what Tivo is for. Your options are: Habitat Protection Report Public Forum (7:00 pm at Cordaville Hall) Northborough-Southborough Regional School Committee meeting Read the full article → from Reminder: Lots of local government happenging tonight
Neighbors in need
It goes without saying that Southborough is an affluent town. In 2005, the last year for which numbers are available, the average income in Southborough was about $170K. That’s 2.5 times the Mass average. From January to September 2008, the average selling price of a home in Southborough was $627K. Southborough has 1 luxury car Read the full article → from Neighbors in need
On the market (10/15)
You may have heard about Coldwell Banker’s 10-day sale to try to boost home sales in this sluggish market. Several houses in Southborough are taking part with temporarily reduced prices, like the one pictured above at 4 Prentiss St. for $899,000. The numbers for this week Number of homes on the market: 72 Lowest Read the full article → from On the market (10/15)
Last chance to register to vote!
Today is the last day to register to vote in the November 4th Presidential Election. The Town House will be open extended hours to help you out. Visit the Town Clerk’s office from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm today to register or change your party affiliation. Need more info on how to register? Click here. Read the full article → from Last chance to register to vote!
Gas prices continue to fall
Apparently, a gallon of regular at Falconi Bros. was down to $2.79 today. The Boston Globe reports the average in Massachusetts is $3.14 per gallon. Read the full article → from Gas prices continue to fall
Zoning Board of Appeals to discuss Woodland Meadows
At the Zoning Board of Appeals meeting on Wednesday (October 15), the board will discuss a proposed 40B development at 84 Turnpike Road (Rte 9) near Woodland Rd. Chapter 40B is intended to encourage affordable housing by relaxing certain zoning restrictions in exchange for a portion of the housing being offered at below-market prices. The Read the full article → from Zoning Board of Appeals to discuss Woodland Meadows
Public forum to discuss habitat protection report – 10/15
Last month I blogged about a Mass Audubon report that identified the top priorities for habitat preservation in Southborough. At the top of the list are parcels owned by EMC. Just last week EMC secured the approval of the Southborough Planning Board to develop their land into a 10-building office complex. You can view the Read the full article → from Public forum to discuss habitat protection report – 10/15
What to do with that old soccer gear
I posted previously about the soccer equipment drive sponsored by Girl Scout Troop 2784 and Southborough Youth Soccer to benefit Grassroots Soccer. This article in the Metrowest Daily News offers some more details. In particular, the Girl Scouts are looking for uniform shirts, shorts, socks, cleats and soccer balls in good condition. SYSA recently replaced Read the full article → from What to do with that old soccer gear
Sad news from Fairview Drive
A 44-year-old man apparently committed suicide in a home on Fairview Dr. Sunday. Two police officers who responded to a call for help by a neighbor were treated for carbon monoxide poisoning. The house is owned by Boston radio DJ John Garabedian who was not home at the time. More from the Metrowest Daily News. Read the full article → from Sad news from Fairview Drive
Seniors support the troops
The Southborough Senior Center is collecting care package donations for troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. More than 400 care packages containing personal grooming items (for men and women), Halloween candy, socks, magazines, and other items will be shipped to troops later this month. Drop your donations off at the Senior Center by October 14. Read the full article → from Seniors support the troops
An upside to the economic downturn
Word has gotten around that Falconi Bros. on Boston Rd. has the cheapest gas in town. When I drove by this evening, cars were lined up 5 deep. Falconi is in the neighborhood of $2.94 for a gallon of regular. By comparison, the Mobile on Rte. 9 at Oak Hill Rd. is $3.15. Read the full article → from An upside to the economic downturn
Free car washes today and tomorrow
Choice Car Wash on Rte. 30 (155 Boston Rd.) is holding their grand opening this weekend and is offering free car washes today from 3:00 to 6:00 pm and tomorrow from noon to 3:00 pm. There are also contests, prizes, and giveaways. Read the full article → from Free car washes today and tomorrow
Sports Friday (10/10)
Friday, Oct 3Football: Algonquin 28, Burncoat 0 (more and more…)Boys Soccer: ALGONQUIN 4, NORTH MIDDLESEX 0 (more…)Girls Volleyball: Algonquin 3, Hudson 1 (more…) Monday, Oct 6Field Hockey: Nashoba at AlgonquinGolf: Nashoba 221, Algonquin 203 (more…)Boys Cross Country: Fitchburg 48, Algonquin 15 (more…) Tuesday, Oct 7Boys Soccer: Leominster 2, Algonquin 7 (more…)Girls Soccer: Algonquin 4, Leominster Read the full article → from Sports Friday (10/10)