In a statement released just a short time ago, Chairman of the Board of Selectmen John Rooney said National Grid is still assessing damage for many of those who remain without power tonight. While Rooney commended National Grid for improvements made after storms a year ago, he said the utility appears to be suffering from “an utter lack of manpower” in its response to Hurricane Sandy. Read the full article → from Rooney: National Grid understaffed for storm response; Halloween will not be canceled
PHOTOS: Hurricane Sandy blows through Southborough
Trees came down around Southborough during Hurricane Sandy yesterday. Here’s a survey of the damage through photos sent in by My Southborough readers, along with a few from me. Read the full article → from PHOTOS: Hurricane Sandy blows through Southborough
Power out, roads still closed in Southborough after Hurricane Sandy
Southborough is cleaning up in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. National Grid reports 950 customers are still without power in town, and a number of roads remain closed to traffic, including the main thoroughfare that is Framingham Road. Read the full article → from Power out, roads still closed in Southborough after Hurricane Sandy
Southborough Montessori school invites parents to open house on Thursday
If you’re thinking about preschool options for this year or next, consider attending an open house at Southborough’s Montessori Children’s House on Thursday. Read the full article → from Southborough Montessori school invites parents to open house on Thursday
More details on knife fight in Southborough that left two with stab wounds
A Worcester teen was arrested on Saturday night after a knife fight at a home on Constitution Drive left two with non-life-threatening stab wounds. Turns out the teen is the son of a candidate running for state representative in Worcester. Read the full article → from More details on knife fight in Southborough that left two with stab wounds
Tuesday updates: Hurricane Sandy (UPDATED)
Yesterday was a wild one in Southborough as Hurricane Sandy blew through town. I’m told winds gusted as high as 46 mph at the Fire Station on Main Street, but could have been even stronger in other parts of town. Read the full article → from Tuesday updates: Hurricane Sandy (UPDATED)
LIVE BLOG: The latest on Hurricane Sandy
Southborough residents spent the weekend getting ready for Hurricane Sandy, a storm forecasters say will be unprecedented. The National Weather Service said yesterday power outages in our area could be widespread, eclipsing even those experienced during Tropical Storm Irene last year. Read the full article → from LIVE BLOG: The latest on Hurricane Sandy
Two stabbed in Southborough on Saturday night
Southborough Police responded to a home on Constitution Drive just after midnight on Saturday for a report of a fight in progress. When they arrived, they found two men suffering from “several stab wounds.” Read the full article → from Two stabbed in Southborough on Saturday night
The week in government (10/29/12 – 11/2/12)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (10/29/12 – 11/2/12)
Who to call for help during and after Hurricane Sandy
Exactly what Hurricane Sandy delivers in terms of rain and wind remains to be seen, but in the event you need assistance during or after the storm, here are some numbers that might help. Read the full article → from Who to call for help during and after Hurricane Sandy
Breaking news: Southborough schools canceled tomorrow
Superintendent of Schools Charles Gobron just announced that school in Southborough and Northborough will be closed tomorrow, Monday, October 29 due to the impending storm. “This decision has been made in conjunction with public safety officials in both Northborough and Southborough. We will update you on further developments as the storm progresses,” Gobron said in Read the full article → from Breaking news: Southborough schools canceled tomorrow
Southborough officials gearing up for Hurricane Sandy
With Hurricane Sandy expected to make landfall some 600 miles away, you might be tempted to dismiss this storm, but Southborough officials say that would be a mistake. Here’s the latest update from Chairman of the Board of Selectmen John Rooney on what forecasters expect and how the town is getting ready. I, along with Read the full article → from Southborough officials gearing up for Hurricane Sandy
Southborough officials urge residents to be prepared for a “major impact” from Hurricane Sandy
Chairman of the Board of Selectmen John Rooney issued a statement on Friday night urging residents to take the threat of Hurricane Sandy seriously. While the path of the storm is still uncertain, Rooney said the town should be ready for a major impact. Read the full article → from Southborough officials urge residents to be prepared for a “major impact” from Hurricane Sandy
Enjoy a fall walk at the Beals Preserve on Sunday
Southborough’s Beals Preserve is beautiful year round, but it is especially so in the fall. The Southborough Open Land Foundation, which manages the property, invites residents to enjoy a fall walk on the preserve on Sunday afternoon. Read the full article → from Enjoy a fall walk at the Beals Preserve on Sunday