Flags in Southborough and across the nation continue to fly at half staff today in honor of the 12 people killed when a gunman opened fire in a movie theater in Aurora, Colorado last week. Read the full article → from Flags in Southborough flying at half staff in honor of Colorado victims
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (7/23/12 – 7/27/12)
Earlier this year we learned the longstanding Friends of the Southborough Library was in danger of folding due to lack of participation. Southborough residents heeded the call for new members and the group had a big enough turnout at their June meeting to elect new officers. Read the full article → from Friends of the Southborough Library elects new officers, meets again TONIGHT
From the Southborough Open Land Foundation: The butterflies of summer are beginning to brighten our days! To glimpse these “dancing flowers,” join husband and wife team, Barbara Volkle and Stephen Moore, President of the Massachusetts Butterfly Club, as we look for butterflies at the Elaine and Philip Beals Preserve on Sunday, July 15th from 11a.m. Read the full article → from Butterfly walk at the Beals Preserve on Sunday
Eileen (Henry) Curran, 75, long time resident of Southborough, died Tuesday, July 10, 2012 surrounded by her family, after a courageous battle with Multiple Myeloma. For 50 year she was the devoted wife of Richard ‘Dick’ Curran who passed away in January. Born in Yorkshire, England to the late Gladys (Lavene) and Thomas Henry, she Read the full article → from Obituary: Eileen (Henry) Curran, 75
Just because I’m on hiatus doesn’t mean the conversation here on the blog has to stop. Read the full article → from Blogcation week 1: Talk amongst yourselves
Those of you who have been reading this blog for a while know that for two weeks each summer I enjoy a brief recess from blogging. A blogcation, if you will. It’s a break from daily posting that gives me a chance to recharge, as well as to cook up new ideas for the blog to keep things interesting. Read the full article → from It’s blogcation time!
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (7/9/12 – 7/13/12)
William L. Stapleton (“Bill”), 83, a long-time and well-known resident of Southborough, died on Saturday, July 7, 2012 at Beaumont Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Westborough. He was the beloved and devoted husband of Marianne S. (Barth) Stapleton for 59 years. In his youth Bill raced flat head Fords and flat track motorcycles on Read the full article → from Obituary: William L. Stapleton, 83
Mary (Misener) Dion, 87, of Marlborough, died Thursday, July 5, 2012 at Marlborough Hills Health and Rehabilitation Center, Marlborough. Read the full article → from Obituary: Mary (Misener) Dion, 87
Taking in the local sights this summer? Be sure to take advantage of discounted passes available through the Southborough Library and the Southborough Recreation Department. The passes get you reduced or free admission at a number of popular destinations in our area. Read the full article → from Discounted passes available for local museums and attractions
Nikki Wrin led a talented North All Star team to a 16-5 win over the South at the Harry Agganis Girls Lacrosse All Star classic last month at the Manning Bowl in Lynn. Read the full article → from Wrin takes MVP trophy at lacrosse all-star game
The Metrowest Daily News reports the Madison Place 40B project off Route 9 is a go. Read the full article → from MWDN: Southborough finalizes approval for 40B complex on Rte. 9
If you’re going on vacation this summer, take a moment to let the Southborough Police Department know. They’ll add you to their list and make an extra point of driving by your home while you’re away. Read the full article → from On vacation? Let the Southborough Police Department know