Yesterday, MetroWest Daily News published an interview with Police Chief Ryan Newell. There are some financial details worth sharing, that are prompting me to also update on other department chiefs’ salaries and recruiting the replacement for the Public Works chief. Read the full article → from Update on chief contracts and recruiting
Police & Fire
Chief Newell sworn in
Police Chief Ryan Newell's promotion ceremony was held Sunday afternoon.
Yesterday afternoon, the Town of Southborough’s celebrated the promotion of its new police chief. Read the full article → from Chief Newell sworn in
Northboro Road home uninhabitable after fire
A Southborough home sustained fire, smoke and water damage on Thursday night. Read the full article → from Northboro Road home uninhabitable after fire
Nature in the burbs
An owl rescue by SPD, backyard bobcat, and some pretty fall pics
Sharing Southborough images (contributed and from social media) of an owl, momentarily stunned during his rescue, a curious bobcat, and some beautiful early fall pics. Read the full article → from Nature in the burbs
Newell named Chief
Acting Chief Ryan Newell will soon drop "Acting" from his title
Last night, the Board of Selectmen voted unanimously to promote Southborough’s Acting Police Chief to the official role of Chief. Read the full article → from Newell named Chief
Police Chief soon to be named
Finalists revealed with an appointment expected next week
Next week, the Select Board is expected to appoint one of two finalists for Southborough Police Chief. They will be choosing between Acting Chief Ryan Newell and Sergeant Sean McCarthy. Read the full article → from Police Chief soon to be named
Gas break on Main Street
Avoid downtown this morning due to an “active” break
The town of Southborough issued an announcement this morning Read the full article → from Gas break on Main Street
No Parking on Sidewalks
In response to complaints, Southborough Police are now warning about parking on sidewalks (and ticketing/towing if necessary)
The SPD has been warning drivers not to park on sidewalks, thanks to concerns raised by a resident over access issues. Read the full article → from No Parking on Sidewalks
Following up on Friday’s house fire and storm (Updated)
Rounding up the details and coverage of storm damage, the destroyed home, and the injured firefighters
Thanks to widespread media coverage, even those of you who were out of town have likely heard about yesterday’s severe thunderstorm that caused a house fire resulting in injuries for some of the responding firefighters.*
I’m following up to report all the available details. Read the full article → from Following up on Friday’s house fire and storm (Updated)
Police Chief Search Update
The Select Board approved next steps they hope end with their promotion of a new chief in September
Today, the Select Board voted to hire consultants to run a specialized assessment center for the candidates for Southborough’s new police chief. Read the full article → from Police Chief Search Update
Public Safety Updates (Updated)
Personnel changes, Public Safety Building news, and emergency responses
I’m rounding up Town news items related to Police and Fire Departments. Read the full article → from Public Safety Updates (Updated)
Select Board addressing road safety issues
Lowering speeds on Parkerville Road; update on Town Traffic Study
At last week’s Select Board Meeting, there were updates on two items related to road safety in Southborough. Read the full article → from Select Board addressing road safety issues
Alert SPD about “Person at Risk” due to special conditions (like Autism or memory issues) (Updated)
Yesterday, the SPD announced a new program allowing the community to share relevant information about loved ones who they worry about as at risk due to certain conditions. Read the full article → from Alert SPD about “Person at Risk” due to special conditions (like Autism or memory issues) (Updated)
Police Chief Update: Process approved for hiring internal candidate
Based on the applications received, the Select Board will continuing to focus on internal candidates for the next Police Chief. Read the full article → from Police Chief Update: Process approved for hiring internal candidate