For more than ten years, Fay School has played host to a Special Olympics basketball tournament, and this year is no exception. On Saturday the school will welcome athletes and volunteers for one memorable day. The Southborough community is invited to stop by and check out the action. Read the full article → from Special Olympics basketball at Fay this weekend
Paul Weber of Clinton, Connecticut died February 8, 2012, at Apple Rehabilitation Center in Guilford. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years Florence, his daughter Nancy Guindon (William Lastomirsky) of Clinton, CT. and his son Paul (Catherine) of Southborough, MA. He was predeceased by his daughter Susan from Clinton, CT. He will Read the full article → from Obituary: Paul Weber – February 8, 2012
Chestnut Hill Farm will host a collection of local artists for a Valentines gift sale on Saturday, February 11. It’s the perfect place to pick up a unique, handmade gift for the one you love. Read the full article → from Reminder: Valentines Gift Sale at Chestnut Hill Farm on Saturday
For the Southborough Scholarship Committee, the Valentine’s Day love came early this year. Last weekend they hosted a Valentine’s Day dance and silent auction to raise money for the town’s scholarship fund. Keep reading to find out how they did, and to learn about where the money goes. Good music and fun were the themes Read the full article → from Dance fundraiser nets enough to fund two scholarships
At the beginning of the budget season, Advisory Committee member John Butler volunteered to be the committee’s liaison to the K-8 School Committee. His goal was to help the finance committee better understand the school’s budget so it could make an informed recommendation to Town Meeting about what voters should approve. Read the full article → from Advisory Committee member says school committee uncooperative during budget process (UPDATED)
February is the month for romance. On Saturday, February 11, from 4:30 to 8:30, the Southborough Library will show the classic film Gone with the Wind based on the timeless novel by Margaret Mitchell. Relive the tempestuous romance between Rhett Butler and Scarlet O’Hara as the Civil War rages on around them. Read the full article → from Movie night at the Southborough Library on Saturday
It’s time for the annual Neary Drama Club play, and this year the students will stage a production of Sleeping Beauty. Read the full article → from Neary students to present Sleeping Beauty this weekend
It’s been a bit of a slow start to this year’s local election season. Since the process kicked off in early January, only nine residents have pulled papers to run for office. At this (admittedly still early) point in the game, there are no contested races and some positions have no interested candidates. Read the full article → from Local election season off to a slow start
Calling it a “very modest increase,” Superintendent Charles Gobron asked the K-8 School Committee last night to approve a budget that represents a 0.68% increase over the previous year. The school committee voted to do just that, but not before some debate over the request. Read the full article → from Superintendent further trims K-8 school budget request
Looking for things to do over February vacation? Over the next few days I’ll share with you all the fun events and activities going on in Southborough (or nearby). First up, a two-day lacrosse clinic for boys in grades five through eight. Read the full article → from February vacation fun: Boys lacrosse clinic
What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week
Minnie J. Savoca, 78 of Shrewsbury died in her home Feb 5, 2012 surrounded by her family. She was born in New Brunswick, NJ and lived there for many years. She also lived with her family in Woolrich, PA and Delmar, NY before moving to Westbrook Crossing in Shrewsbury in 2005. She leaves behind three Read the full article → from Obituary: Minnie J. Savoca – February 5, 2012
Robert M. Ercolani, age 77, a lifelong Marlborough resident died unexpectedly Tuesday, January 31, 2012, while vacationing with his wife, Theresa, in Aruba. Born in Marlborough, MA on February 23, 1934, he was the son of the late Fred and Edna (Dufault) Ercolani. He was raised and educated in Marlborough and was a graduate of Read the full article → from Obituary: Robert M. Ercolani – January 31, 2012
Valentine’s Day comes early at the Southborough Library. On Saturday, join your friends for Valentine-themed cookie decorating, crafts, and games from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. Read the full article → from Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the Southborough Library on Saturday