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Algonquin captures four championship titles this weekend (with PHOTOS)

by susan on June 11, 2012

What a weekend for Algonquin. On Saturday the boys lacrosse and girls lacrosse teams won their respective district titles in back-to-back matches at Foley Stadium. The same day the Algonquin girls rugby team captured the Massachusetts Youth Rugby Organization State Championship title. Then on Sunday, the underdog Algonquin baseball team staged a huge upset over top-ranked St. John’s to win the Central Division 1 title. Read the full article → from Algonquin captures four championship titles this weekend (with PHOTOS)

Public hearing on proposed zoning code changes – TONIGHT

by susan on June 11, 2012

For several years now a committee of volunteers has been working on revamping Southborough’s zoning code. They’ve considered everything from open space protection to multi-family housing and subdivisions to commercial development along Route 9. The process will culminate in a vote on the changes at a special town meeting this fall. Read the full article → from Public hearing on proposed zoning code changes – TONIGHT

The week in government (6/11/12 – 6/15/12)

by susan on June 11, 2012

A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (6/11/12 – 6/15/12)

Learn about edible plants on a walk through the Beals Preserve on Tuesday

by susan on June 10, 2012

Did you know Southborough is home to over 100 species of edible wild plants? Me neither. Learn how to identify edible plants in our area – plus how to prepare them – on a walk through the Beals Preserve on Tuesday sponsored by the Southborough Open Land Foundation. Read the full article → from Learn about edible plants on a walk through the Beals Preserve on Tuesday

Algonquin boys lacrosse, girls lacrosse, and girls rugby all win championship titles on Saturday

by susan on June 10, 2012

Yesterday was a big day in Algonquin sports. Both the boys and girls lacrosse teams won their respective Central Division championship games. The boys beat Grafton by a score of 11-9 and the girls triumphed over Westborough by a score of 7-5. Both teams will move on to the state tournament with semifinal games on Tuesday. Read the full article → from Algonquin boys lacrosse, girls lacrosse, and girls rugby all win championship titles on Saturday

Obituary: John C. Misener, 85

by susan on June 10, 2012

SOUTHBOROUGH – John C. Misener, 85, a life long resident of Southborough, died on Saturday, June 9, 2012, at Hearthstone at New Horizons in Marlborough after a long illness. John was a World War II Army veteran, serving in Germany and Austria and was part of the Panther’s Division 66. He worked for McCarthy Pools Read the full article → from Obituary: John C. Misener, 85

Children’s book blog: What Little Boys Are Made Of

by guest on June 8, 2012

This is the latest in an occasional series by Beth Melo, a Southborough mom who loves to read to her kids. In this installment, Beth shares recommendations that will grab the attention of the little boys in your family. Read the full article → from Children’s book blog: What Little Boys Are Made Of

In my backyard: A jewel of a damselfly

by susan on June 8, 2012

Out in my backyard yesterday, with the clouds darkening and the rumble of thunder in the distance, I came across this stunning creature. Read the full article → from In my backyard: A jewel of a damselfly

Open thread: Southborough garage and yard sales this weekend (6/9 & 6/10)

by susan on June 8, 2012

Holding a garage/yard sale? Looking for garage/yard sales? This is your post! Read the full article → from Open thread: Southborough garage and yard sales this weekend (6/9 & 6/10)

Cyclists to ride through Southborough on Sunday as part of cancer fundraiser

by susan on June 8, 2012

More than 200 cyclists will take to the streets on Sunday, winding their way through Northborough, Westborough, Southborough, Upton, Hopkinton, Milford, Ashland, Marlborough and Hudson to raise money for cancer research. Read the full article → from Cyclists to ride through Southborough on Sunday as part of cancer fundraiser

Postseason update: Algonquin girls lacrosse join boys in district finals

by susan on June 8, 2012

The Algonquin girls lacrosse team is gearing up for a rematch. For the second year in a row, the girls will face rival Westborough in the Central Division 1 finals on Saturday. But this year they’re hoping for a different outcome. Read the full article → from Postseason update: Algonquin girls lacrosse join boys in district finals

Why flags are at half staff today: Friday, June 8

by susan on June 8, 2012

Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff today in honor of Springfield Police Officer Kevin Ambrose. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff today: Friday, June 8

SOLF presents walking history tour of Beals Preserve on Sunday

by susan on June 7, 2012

One of the things I love about wandering the trails of the Southborough Open Land Foundation’s Beals Preserve are the glimpses you get into Southborough’s past. From the pond where families harvested ice in the wintertime, to the pastures where cattle grazed, to what’s left of an old riding ring. Read the full article → from SOLF presents walking history tour of Beals Preserve on Sunday

PHOTOS: Algonquin in the postseason

by susan on June 7, 2012

Algonquin teams have been enjoying success in the Central Division 1 playoffs this week. The boys lacrosse, girls lacrosse, and baseball teams are all still in the running for division titles. The boys lacrosse team will play in the division finals on Saturday, while the girls lacrosse and baseball teams compete in their respective semifinals tonight. Read the full article → from PHOTOS: Algonquin in the postseason

Al Hamilton on Letter: Vote “No” on the Local Government Takeover Article “The Creation Of Governance Committee”: “Beth On Tuesday night the Select Board reviewed the various articles in the warrant and voted to modify the Governmental…” Oct 9, 09:39

Al Hamilton on Letter: Vote “No” on the Local Government Takeover Article “The Creation Of Governance Committee”: “Jack I am only one of 5 on the Select Board and, on matters like this, I am afraid that…” Oct 9, 09:34

JACK BARRON on Letter: Vote “No” on the Local Government Takeover Article “The Creation Of Governance Committee”: “Ms. Shimkus always seems to back up her facts–I would not dispute her numbers” Oct 7, 20:21

JACK BARRON on Letter: Vote “No” on the Local Government Takeover Article “The Creation Of Governance Committee”: “Al, you state the town has a lack of automation and an inefficient organization, this falls on the Town Management…” Oct 7, 20:16

Beth Melo on Letter: Vote “No” on the Local Government Takeover Article “The Creation Of Governance Committee”: “Your letter states: With little to no public discussion or input (Open Meeting Law violation?), the wording of this article…” Oct 7, 17:04

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