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NSPAC offers presentation on recognizing and treating concussions in adolescents

by susan on September 29, 2011

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as many as 3.8 million concussions occur each year during sports and recreation activities. Athletes who have had a concussion are at increased risk for another. Through an upcoming presentation, the Northborough/Southborough Special Education Parents Advisory Council (NSPAC) wants to help parents learn the warning signs of concussions and what to do about it. Read the full article → from NSPAC offers presentation on recognizing and treating concussions in adolescents

Town to conduct citizen survey this fall – what questions would you ask?

by susan on September 29, 2011

Southborough officials want to know if they’re doing a good job. It’s a question they plan to put to residents in a citizen survey later this fall. Read the full article → from Town to conduct citizen survey this fall – what questions would you ask?

Helicopters hover as Ashland man arrested in plot to blow up the Pentagon

by susan on September 29, 2011

Southside residents reported hearing helicopters overhead yesterday afternoon. Turns out it was news choppers there to cover the story of a 26-year-old Ashland man who was arrested by federal agents who say he plotted to blow up the Pentagon and US Capitol. Read the full article → from Helicopters hover as Ashland man arrested in plot to blow up the Pentagon

On the market this week

by susan on September 29, 2011

What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week

Fay School hosts ukulele sing-along on Saturday

by susan on September 28, 2011

This fall Fay School will offer a series of free Saturday morning programs designed for children ages 2-6 along with their parents. An optional (free) lunch follows each program. Read the full article → from Fay School hosts ukulele sing-along on Saturday

Obit: June I. (Hatch) Connors – September 25, 2011

by susan on September 28, 2011

Marlborough- June I. (Hatch) Connors, 86, formerly of Marlborough died in Nashville, Tennessee after a illness. Read the full article → from Obit: June I. (Hatch) Connors – September 25, 2011

Repost: Where to park for Summer Nights 2011 (with map)

by susan on September 28, 2011

If you’ll be driving and parking to attend Summer Nights on Sunday (5:00 pm at Neary School), or if you’ll be dropping off the kids and then picking them up afterward, here’s what you need to know. Read the full article → from Repost: Where to park for Summer Nights 2011 (with map)

Report says cancer rates in Southborough higher than in most Mass towns

by susan on September 28, 2011

According to a report released earlier this year by the Massachusetts Office of Health and Human Services, 141 men in Southborough and 117 women were diagnosed with cancer from 2003 to 2007. It’s a statistic that earns Southborough the dubious honor of being one of the towns in Massachusetts with the highest rates of cancer. Read the full article → from Report says cancer rates in Southborough higher than in most Mass towns

Stanley Cup visits Southborough (UPDATED with photo)

by susan on September 28, 2011

The Stanley Cup has been making appearances throughout Massachusetts since the Bruins won it in June, and yesterday it was Southborough’s turn. Read the full article → from Stanley Cup visits Southborough (UPDATED with photo)

Fire department logs for the week

by susan on September 28, 2011

What the fire department has been up to Read the full article → from Fire department logs for the week

The Villager Files: Week of September 26

by susan on September 27, 2011

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Each week we take a look back at the top stories reported in the Southborough Villager 10 years, 20 years, and 30 years ago. Here are the stories that were making headlines during the week of September 26. Read the full article → from The Villager Files: Week of September 26

Open discussion thread: Ask questions, share opinions

by susan on September 27, 2011

The open discussion thread is your place to ask questions, sound off on town issues, or share information with other readers. Read the full article → from Open discussion thread: Ask questions, share opinions

Gas prices in Southborough mostly above average

by susan on September 27, 2011

Yesterday came word that gas prices in Massachusetts fell seven cents a gallon in the last week to an average of $3.55 per gallon. I decided to take a drive around town to find out how gas prices compare here in Southborough. Read the full article → from Gas prices in Southborough mostly above average

Son takes stand in Southborough man’s murder trial

by susan on September 27, 2011

A Southborough teenager described in detail yesterday how his uncle pleaded for his life just before another of his uncles pulled the trigger in a murder plot, which he says was orchestrated by his father. Read the full article → from Son takes stand in Southborough man’s murder trial

John Kendall on Update on Neary School building project study: “They started receiving roofing materials today. It’s a start.” Aug 11, 20:23

John Kendall on Town Clerk retiring on September 30th (Updated): “Jim has done a lot for the town since he was elected. He’s helped both me and my daughter out…” Aug 11, 20:21

Paul Cimino on Town Clerk retiring on September 30th (Updated): “As the Moderator, it is rarely appropriate for me to publicly express an opinion on issues affecting our Town, but…” Aug 11, 16:29

Jessica Devine on The Food Pantry needs support this summer: “Thanks for posting, Beth! We appreciate it! To drop off contributions in person, people can stop by Thursdays 5–7pm and…” Aug 6, 14:28

Karen Hanlon Shimkus on Officials to discuss potential Prop 2½ Override strategy – August 11 (Updated): “There’s much more to it than that. Many cities and towns are making cuts, facing the exact same pressures. The whole tide…” Aug 6, 11:58