Last Thursday, a curious reader reached out after spotting a fire truck being towed from where it was “partially down in the gully” by the public safety complex driveway. I later followed up with Southborough’s Fire Chief for an explanation. Read the full article → from SFD pumper truck took a small off road detour last week
Police & Fire
SPD announced more OUI arrests
The Southborough Police Department issued a press release on more OUI arrests. This time both alleged drunk drivers were pulled over between at about 2:00 – 3:00 am on Monday morning. Read the full article → from SPD announced more OUI arrests
Police remind: Lockup your valuables and your vehicles
The SPD alert on Facebook includes image of a suspect who allegedly rummaged through contents of cars on Atwood Road.
This week, the Southborough Police issued a post on Facebook about two incidents reported this past weekend. It’s a reminder of why they repeatedly encourage residents to lock up vehicles in their driveways and on the street. Read the full article → from Police remind: Lockup your valuables and your vehicles
Fire Dept Open House at Heritage Day (Updated-Again)
Interactive Demos, Tours, and more
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-Again)
25th Anniversary Remembrance of September 11th
The public is invited to attend Southborough's remembrance ceremony.
The Fire and Police Departments will be holding a September 11th Remembrance Ceremony at the Public Safety Building’s Memorial on the morning of the 25th anniversary of the attack. Read the full article → from 25th Anniversary Remembrance of September 11th
SFA t-shirt fundraiser in time for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The Southborough Firefighters Association asked me to share news about their fundraiser for an organization that supports breast cancer patients “right here in Massachusetts”. (They’re getting an early jump on October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month.) Read the full article → from SFA t-shirt fundraiser in time for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
More on MassDems Chair’s Southborough arrest (and reactions)
Yesterday, I shared news posted by the Boston Herald about the arrest of, and plea deal by, the Chair of the Massachusetts Democratic Party for an OUI in Southborough.
Since then, other news outlets have posted more details about the arrest. And both the arrested driver and the Governor have issued statements. Read the full article → from More on MassDems Chair’s Southborough arrest (and reactions)
SPD OUI arrest makes headlines for connection with MassDems
The Boston Herald posted a story about a recent plea deal approved for a driver charged with driving drunk in Southborough. The paper was interested in the identity of a man arrested last month — the current Chair of the Massachusetts Democratic Party. Read the full article → from SPD OUI arrest makes headlines for connection with MassDems
SPD’s “Throwback” highlights celebrity visit to Southborough
In 1984, Marvelous Marvin Hagler refereed an exhibition match between police chief and sergeant
Last week, the Southborough Police Dept shared a fun “Throwback Thursday” post on Facebook. It seems that 42 years ago, Southborough hosted a headline making celebrity appearance. Read the full article → from SPD’s “Throwback” highlights celebrity visit to Southborough
SPD alleges unlicensed NY driver was involved in distributing counterfeit goods
Southborough Police posted news about a recent arrest made during patrol of Rte 9
The Southborough Police Department issued a press release this afternoon about an arrest made on Sunday. Read the full article → from SPD alleges unlicensed NY driver was involved in distributing counterfeit goods
Two men charged with murdering ARHS Class of ’23 alum in 2024
Yesterday, the T&G reported that Eathan Renteria — the victim of an April 2024 deadly shooting in Worcester — had graduated from Algonquin Regional High School less than a year prior. (His link to Algonquin doesn’t appear to have been publicly reported at the time.)
The Telegram reports that two men have been indicted for the murder. Read the full article → from Two men charged with murdering ARHS Class of ’23 alum in 2024
SPD charges driver for OUI and drug possession after he allegedly “nearly struck an officer”
Yesterday morning, the Southborough Police Department posted a press release about an incident involving a driver alleged to have swerved dangerously close to hitting an officer on the side of Route 9.
The driver isn’t accused of intentionally attempting to hit the officer. Instead, the allegation is that the ” very dangerous” driver was under the influence of drugs and driving erratically and recklessly. Read the full article → from SPD charges driver for OUI and drug possession after he allegedly “nearly struck an officer”
SFD honors firefighters for recent actions
One firefighter received a Cross for heroism, and others were awarded Unit Citations for their responses to recent emergencies
Last night, the Southborough Fire Chief publicly honored members of his department for their rescue efforts during emergencies that made recent headlines.
SFD’s William Kipp was awarded a Firefighter Cross, and was among both groups of firefighters to receive Unit Citations. Read the full article → from SFD honors firefighters for recent actions
Select Board approves police drone purchase (Updated)
The board expedited the $105K purchase rather than bringing to voters this fall. The Town also recently accepted a gifted "undercover" vehicle.
In a 3-2 vote on Monday, the Select Board approved spending $105K to provide the Southborough Police Department with a drone (and bundled technology and support) for 5 years.
The majority of the board prioritized getting the tech into the SPD’s hands quicker. The dissenters had prioritized potential savings ($30K or greater) and following the board’s preferred financial process that allows Town Meeting to weigh in on how taxes should be spent. Read the full article → from Select Board approves police drone purchase (Updated)