Conway Sax fans rejoice! The Metrowest-based auto mechanic turned reluctant detective is back in Southborough resident Steve Ulfelder’s just-released second novel The Whole Lie. Looks like life doesn’t get any easier for Sax in this installment of the series. Read the full article → from Southborough author Steve Ulfelder releases second novel today
As the author of Southborough’s original hometown news site, Linda Hubley has always been an inspiration to me. Turns out, I’m not alone. In a Statehouse ceremony later this month, Linda will be honored as an Unsung Heroine by the Commission on the Status of Women. Read the full article → from Southborough woman honored as ‘Unsung Heroine’
During the month of August, Woodward students have been collecting pennies – among other currency – to benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. At last tally, their Pennies for Patients drive had collected more than $2,000. Read the full article → from Doing Good: Woodward students collect Pennies for Patients
In the summer of 2011 life was good for Southborough resident Tricia Andron. Married 2-1/2 years, she and husband Lee were practically still newlyweds. They had good jobs and bought a house in Southborough. They had just celebrated their daughter’s first birthday and were planning a family vacation to Greece. Read the full article → from Doing Good: Recent cancer survivor to walk her first Relay for Life tomorrow
Southborough native Kim Edgren was born with a congenital heart defect. Throughout her life she’s faced medical procedures and multiple open heart surgeries to manage her condition. On Saturday she will do her part to help the millions of others who like her have been impacted by congenital heart disease. Read the full article → from Doing good: Southborough native organizes walk to benefit those with heart defects
Last month I told you about two Trottier students – Amanda Carroll and Zach Zides – who qualified to take part in the Knights of Columbus State Free Throw Finals after several rounds of local and regional competition. Today comes this report of how the two fared against their competition. Read the full article → from Trottier students reach the podium at state free throw competition
With the season of charity runs, walks, and rides, upon us, there are no shortage of stories of Southborough residents going above and beyond to do their part for causes they hold near and dear. It began earlier this week when a number of our neighbors braved the heat to run the Boston Marathon for their favorite charity. Read the full article → from Doing Good: Southborough resident to participate in AngelRide
Southborough historically has a good showing in the Boston Marathon, and this year is no different. Twenty-six Southborough residents – 16 women and 10 men – will cross the starting line in Hopkinton on Monday. Read the full article → from Twenty-six Southborough residents to run the Boston Marathon on Monday
Before the Algonquin boys lacrosse team took the field in their season opener against Groton Dunstable at 9-11 Memorial Field yesterday, they dedicated their season to Trottier seventh grader Eric Green who passed away unexpectedly earlier this year. Read the full article → from Algonquin boys lacrosse dedicates season to Eric Green
For many seniors in our community, the Senior Center on Cordaville Road is the social hub of the town. A place where they can play games, get exercise, enjoy a meal, or learn a craft. Most importantly, it’s a place where they can make connections. Read the full article → from The Southborough Senior Center: A place to make connections
A My Southborough reader sent in this story about two Trottier students who know how to hit their free throws. Amanda Carroll and Zach Zides will compete next weekend in a state free throw tournament. Read the full article → from Southborough kids head to state free throw competition
Thank you to all the readers (and there were many of you) who emailed to let me know about Southborough resident Gregg Beloff, who was honored at a Boston Celtics game earlier this month. Beloff was chosen as the evening’s Hero Among Us for his work with the Special Olympics. Read the full article → from Southborough resident honored by the Celtics as a ‘Hero Among Us’
Spring flowers are on their way, and if you want to know how to show them off to their best effect, consider signing up for Introduction to Floral Design at Tower Hill Botanic Gardens, which will be led by Southborough resident Nancy Vargas. Read the full article → from Southborough designer teaches the basics of floral design
The annual Southborough Counsel 119 Knights of Columbus Free Throw Competition was held at Trottier last month. About a dozen kids participated. Read the full article → from Knights of Columbus hold Free Throw Competition (UPDATED)