Registration opens today for Session 3 of the popular Recreation After-school Program (RAP). Age-appropriate programs ranging from art to sports to cooking to games are offered at each of the four Southborough schools. Read the full article → from Registration opens today for the Recreation After-school Program (RAP)
Slippery evening commute expected, some without power in Southborough (UPDATED)
Trees and lawns in Southborough are still coated in ice this afternoon, and forecasters are warning the evening commute could be slippery. The National Weather Service says light freezing rain continues, with a winter weather advisory in effect until 8:00 pm today. Read the full article → from Slippery evening commute expected, some without power in Southborough (UPDATED)
High school sports this week (12/17/12 – 12/23/12)
Here’s what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from High school sports this week (12/17/12 – 12/23/12)
PHOTOS: Santa brings holiday cheer to Southborough
We all needed some holiday cheer this weekend, and Santa did not let us down. Shortly after noon on a clear, blue-sky Saturday, Santa’s helicopter buzzed the crowd of excited children gathered on St. Mark’s field. Read the full article → from PHOTOS: Santa brings holiday cheer to Southborough
Flags lowered to half staff in honor of school shooting victims
President Barack Obama ordered flags across the nation lowered to half staff on Friday, December 14, in honor of the victims of the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School. Read the full article → from Flags lowered to half staff in honor of school shooting victims
It’s an icy morning in Southborough
Freezing rain overnight made for slick roads and a tricky commute for Southborough residents this morning. The Metrowest Daily News reports slippery roads led to minor crashes throughout the region, and road conditions led Superintendent Charles Gobron to delay school by two hours this morning. Read the full article → from It’s an icy morning in Southborough
The week in government (12/17/12 – 12/21/12)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (12/17/12 – 12/21/12)
Obituary: Richard S. Steele, 70
Richard S. Steele, 70, of Yarmouth Port, formerly of Medway and Southborough, passed away peacefully at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital on Saturday, December 15, 2012, from a traumatic brain injury. Husband of the late Patricia (Rocheford) Steele who died of cancer in 2008. Read the full article → from Obituary: Richard S. Steele, 70
St. Mark’s Church opens its doors for private prayer
Rev. Philip LaBelle of St. Mark’s Church asked me to let readers know that the church has opened its doors for private prayer for those who wish to reflect on today’s tragedy in Connecticut. Read the full article → from St. Mark’s Church opens its doors for private prayer
Superintendent: Southborough schools have a ‘strong student safety network’
Northborough-Southborough School Superintendent Charles Gobron released the following statement in response to today’s school shooting in a Newton, Connecticut elementary school. Read the full article → from Superintendent: Southborough schools have a ‘strong student safety network’
In wake of CT shooting, school officials offer suggestions on talking to children about tragedy
I am avoiding the news today. Partly to protect my 5-year-old daughter from hearing about today’s horrific school shooting in Newtown, Connecticut, partly to protect myself. Read the full article → from In wake of CT shooting, school officials offer suggestions on talking to children about tragedy
What to do in (and around) Southborough this weekend
It’s another busy weekend in Southborough. Here’s what is on tap. Read the full article → from What to do in (and around) Southborough this weekend
Ten days left: Time to shop local, Southborough!
After today there will be just ten shopping days left before Christmas, and that means there’s no better time to think local for your holiday gift giving. From home decor and jewelry to tasty treats and gift certificates for all kinds of services, you’ll find something for everyone right here in your own back yard. Read the full article → from Ten days left: Time to shop local, Southborough!
PHOTOS: Neary students raise money for St. Jude
A group of Neary fourth graders raised just under $100 selling hot chocolate on Wednesday. They’re donating the proceeds to St. Jude Hospital. Read the full article → from PHOTOS: Neary students raise money for St. Jude