The Rotary Clubs of Northborough and Southborough will kick off their Winning Wellness Challenge (formerly called the Biggest Loser program) on Wednesday. The 12-week program will feature tips and practical techniques for adopting a healthier lifestyle. Read the full article → from Rotary wellness program starts Wednesday
MWDN: USDA to probe monkey death at Southborough facility
Last week New England Primate Research Center in Southborough was cited by the USDA for an animal death that occurred in October. Now comes word the feds have decided to launch an investigation into the incident. Read the full article → from MWDN: USDA to probe monkey death at Southborough facility
Hundreds say goodbye to Southborough’s Eric Green

Temperatures were below freezing yesterday, but no doubt the cold was the last thing on the mind of the hundreds who came to say goodbye to Trottier Middle School student Eric Green. The 12-year-old passed away suddenly last week after a seizure. Read the full article → from Hundreds say goodbye to Southborough’s Eric Green
Power out to about 100 on south side

Residents of Gilmore Road and the surrounding area are without power on this snowy morning. According to the National Grid website, power went out around 7:30 am, and is expected to be restored by 9:45 am. Read the full article → from Power out to about 100 on south side
Brush burning permits available now through May 1
Brush burning season opened yesterday, but before you break out the matches, don’t forget to get your permit. Read the full article → from Brush burning permits available now through May 1
Information session on supporting children as they deal with grief – Tuesday, Janaury 17
With the death of Southborough 12-year-old Eric Green last week, parents and children alike are trying to figure out ways to work through their grief. On Tuesday the Southborough Trauma Response Network will hold an information session to provide parents with strategies for supporting their children during the grieving process. The Southborough Trauma Response Network Read the full article → from Information session on supporting children as they deal with grief – Tuesday, Janaury 17
Pilgrim Church to host talk on aging – Wednesday, January 18
On Wednesday Pilgrim Church will host a discussion on the emotional, spiritual, and financial consequences of aging. Here are more details. All are welcome to attend. Read the full article → from Pilgrim Church to host talk on aging – Wednesday, January 18
The week in high school sports (1/16/12 – 1/22/12)

Here’s what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from The week in high school sports (1/16/12 – 1/22/12)
Overflow crowd expected at Eric Green’s funeral today

The death of 12-year-old Trottier Middle School student Eric Green last week has touched many in this town and beyond, so it’s not surprising to hear a capacity crowd is expected at his funeral today. Read the full article → from Overflow crowd expected at Eric Green’s funeral today
The week in government (1/16/12 – 1/20/12)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (1/16/12 – 1/20/12)
Obituary: Eric C. Green – January 12, 2012

Eric C. Green, 12, of Southborough, died Jan. 12, 2012, at home, after experiencing a seizure. He leaves his parents, Peter M. and Suzanne H. (Heinlen) Green, his brother, Alexander, and his sister, Kristen, all of Southborough. He also leaves his paternal grandparents, Eugene and Rosemary Green of Brookline; his maternal grandfather, Richard Heinlen of Read the full article → from Obituary: Eric C. Green – January 12, 2012
Funeral services for Eric Green to be held on Monday (UPDATED)

According to the Metrowest Daily News, funeral services for Eric Green, the Trottier seventh grader who passed away last week, will be held on Monday at 1:00 pm at St. Matthew Parish. Read the full article → from Funeral services for Eric Green to be held on Monday (UPDATED)
Obituary: Patricia A. Thomas – January 8, 2012
SPRINGFIELD – Patricia A. (Renyolds) Thomas, 66, passed away on January 8th. Patricia was born in Little Rock, Arkansas. Patricia is survived by her children Kimberly Hackett of Southborough and Vanessa Owens of Springfield, her siblings Betty Rivers and Odessa Caston of California, 7 grandchildren, as well as several loving nieces and nephews. Patricia spent Read the full article → from Obituary: Patricia A. Thomas – January 8, 2012
Obituary: Mary Elizabeth (Donovan) Small – January 13, 2012
Mary Elizabeth (Donovan) Small, aged 90 years, of Bridgewater, died Friday, Jan. 13, 2012, at Copley at Stoughton. She was the wife of Leonard Allan Small; they had been married for 62 years. She was born in Boston, daughter of the late John and Ellen (Fouhy) Donovan. She was a graduate of St. Patricks School, Read the full article → from Obituary: Mary Elizabeth (Donovan) Small – January 13, 2012