Here’s what’s happening at the Southborough Library this week. Read the full article → from At the Southborough Library this week (10/22/12 – 10/27/12): A special spooky storytime
Parents and community members are invited to attend a special presentation at Trottier on Friday, October 26, on bullying, cyber-bullying, and youth depression. The conversation will be led by John Halligan, whose 13-year-old son Ryan killed himself in 2003 after he was repeatedly bullied at school and online. Read the full article → from Trottier to host presentation for adults on bullying, cyber-bullying, and youth depression
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (10/22/12 – 10/26/12)
Pauline A. “Sister’ (Barry) True, 74, of Southborough, died on Thursday, October 18, 2012 after a battle with cancer. She was the wife of the Reginald True who passed away in 1997. Born in Cambridge, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Edna (Sheridan) Barry. Read the full article → from Obituary: Pauline A. “Sister’ True, 74
Last year the Firefighters Association Halloween parade was canceled thanks to the snow. I’m guessing that won’t happen again this year, meaning Southborough kids will be able to enjoy what is always a fun event. Read the full article → from Save the date: Firefighters Association Halloween parade – Sunday, October 28
On Wednesday, October 24, Fay School will kick off the first in a series of workshops focused on how children become effective readers. The presentations are free and open to the public, but you do need to register. Keep reading for more information. Read the full article → from Fay School hosts series on children’s literacy
The Metrowest Daily News has an update today on the ongoing saga involving the Gulbankian family and the businesses they operate on their Mt. Vickery Road property. It’s a case many of you have been following with interest. Read the full article → from MWDN: Future of Gulbankian machine shop in limbo in Southborough
Here are all the political press releases that made it to my inbox this week. The election is 18 days away and counting. Read the full article → from Political round-up: The week in press releases
Southborough resident Lisa Braccio said when she held her first care package drive in 2005 to benefit troops overseas, she never dreamed she would still be at it 16 drives later. But she is, and she and co-organizer Debbie Depp Wilson sent along these words of thanks to those who contributed to their latest drive held this past weekend at the Senior Center. Read the full article → from Troop drive organizers thank community for support
Mark you calendar for the annual Halloween Party sponsored by Southborough Youth and Family Services. Read the full article → from Save the date: SYFS Halloween Party – Friday, October 26
On Thanksgiving morning, the Friends of Southborough Recreation will host the 6th Annual Gobble Wobble road race. It’s the organization’s biggest fundraiser of they year, and they’re looking for sponsors to help make it a success. Read the full article → from Seeking sponsors for the Gobble Wobble road race
When Southborough police acknowledged they made a mistake in allowing a registered Level 2 sex offender to live in close proximity to a preschool despite a town bylaw prohibiting it, it made news beyond the borders of our town. Today the Boston Globe takes a look a the case and the larger debate about whether residency restrictions are constitutional and whether they even work. Read the full article → from Globe: Sex offender case rekindles debate on bans
You might remember last year there was considerable discussion about Southborough’s MCAS scores, in particular whether our numbers were up to par with comparable districts. This year, the schools hope to get out in front of the MCAS messaging. Read the full article → from Southborough schools to host MCAS forum – Tuesday, October 23
What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week