The Transfer Station was closed this afternoon after a fire broke out in the trash hopper. Read the full article → from Transfer Station temporarily closed due to (now extinguished) fire in the hopper
Police & Fire
Winds cause outages and blocked roadways
The high winds have led to outages across town, impacting traffic lights, and at least two “impassible” roadways. Read the full article → from Winds cause outages and blocked roadways
SPD reminders: Internet Safety Transaction zone & Winter parking ban
I’m sharing a couple of important seasonal reminders that the Southborough Police posted on Facebook over the past week. Read the full article → from SPD reminders: Internet Safety Transaction zone & Winter parking ban
Southborough Public Safety brings Christmas joy to community (Updated)
"Shop with a Cop" for kids and helping Santa ride his sleigh through town
Members of Southborough Police and Fire departments have been embracing and spreading the spirit of Christmas this month. Read the full article → from Southborough Public Safety brings Christmas joy to community (Updated)
SPD announces arrests for possession of drugs and handgun
The Southborough Police Department issued a press release today about arrests made during a traffic stop overnight on Route 9. Read the full article → from SPD announces arrests for possession of drugs and handgun
SFA Christmas Tree Sale starts Friday afternoon
As soon as Thanksgiving is behind us, many residents will want to spruce up their homes for their next big holiday. Southborough Firefighters have already beeen promoting their annual tree sale that will kick off this Friday afternoon. Read the full article → from SFA Christmas Tree Sale starts Friday afternoon
SPD announces four arrests on Tuesday
The Southborough Police Department issued a press release yesterday about four arrests made on Tuesday in a Southborough hotel. Read the full article → from SPD announces four arrests on Tuesday
Free Winter Hoops with the SPD for 5th – 8th graders
Southborough Police are using basketball to connect with kids in the community.
Southborough Recreation and the Southborough Police Department are offering free fun and “community connection” with kids in grades 5 to 8. The events will use “Hoops” to draw kids in. Read the full article → from Free Winter Hoops with the SPD for 5th – 8th graders
SFD provided support at Milford’s 4 alarm fire
You may have heard about a massive fire in downtown Milford yesterday evening. The Southborough Fire Department was among the responders supporting Milford’s efforts. Read the full article → from SFD provided support at Milford’s 4 alarm fire
SPD: 2 yr old child struck by car in crosswalk on Saturday; Driver will be “cited”
The Southborough Police Department issued a press release about a toddler hit by a car while using the crosswalk with his father on Saturday morning. According to the release, the child’s injuries were “non-life threatening”. The crosswalk appears to the the one between St. Mark’s Church and Fay School.
Southborough Police have filed a request to suspend the license of the 85 year old driver. Read the full article → from SPD: 2 yr old child struck by car in crosswalk on Saturday; Driver will be “cited”
SPD announces arrests made during traffic patrols
The Southborough Police Department issued a press release on Monday about two recent arrests made during traffic stops. Both drivers were from Framingham. Read the full article → from SPD announces arrests made during traffic patrols
Town receives over $110K in grants for public safety
The SPD received three state grants totaling $85K (including one for dispatch personnel) and the SFD was awarded $28K by FEMA
Both the Southborough Police Department and the Fire Department recently got word that grants they applied for have been approved. Read the full article → from Town receives over $110K in grants for public safety
SPD Warning about area car break-ins & seeking ID of motorcycle driver
Over the past day, Southborough Police issued two, unrelated alerts. One warns residents to lock vehicles and secure items. The other seeks help IDing a person "in relation to" an incident last month.
This morning, the Southborough Police Department issued a public warning about a rash of vehicle break-ins in surrounding towns that should prompt residents to be more careful about their cars and valuables.
And yesterday evening, the SPD issued an unrelated request for help, identifying the motorcycle operator in photos they posted. Read the full article → from SPD Warning about area car break-ins & seeking ID of motorcycle driver
Fire Dept Open House at Heritage Day (Updated – Postponed)
Interactive Demos, Tours, and more
[Updated (10/10/2025 4:23 pm): The event is indefinitely postponed due to the forecast.]
SFD is planning to welcome the public to a fun and educational Open House again this Heritage Day. Read the full article → from Fire Dept Open House at Heritage Day (Updated – Postponed)