For the past six months, 17-year-old Southborough resident Rick Scott has been collecting donations and letters to send to troops serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. It’s part of his Eagle Scout service project, a project he calls “Troops for Troops.” Read the full article → from Southborough scout collecting letters for the troops on 9/11
Southborough man arrested after stealing kayaks from Hopkinton State Park
A Southborough man was arrested this week after police said he stole more than 17 kayaks from Hopkinton State Park. The man was tracked down thanks to GPS devices placed in the kayaks. Read the full article → from Southborough man arrested after stealing kayaks from Hopkinton State Park
On the market this week
What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week
Obit: Gladys M. (Perani) Civetti – September 4, 2011
CIVETTI, Gladys M. (Perani) Of Wellesley, September 4. Beloved wife of the late Ferdinand J. Civetti. Loving mother of Carol Monaghan and her late husband William E. of Wellesley. Read the full article → from Obit: Gladys M. (Perani) Civetti – September 4, 2011
Church bells in Southborough will ring in remembrance of 9/11
Church bells in Southborough will chime on Sunday to mark the precise moment Flight 11 flew into the North Tower of the World Trade Center and a second time to mark the building’s collapse. Read the full article → from Church bells in Southborough will ring in remembrance of 9/11
Town seeks damage reports from Tropical Storm Irene by 9/12
Did your home or property suffer damage during Tropical Storm Irene? If so, the town wants to know about it. They’re compiling loss data in an attempt to qualify for federal disaster funding. Read the full article → from Town seeks damage reports from Tropical Storm Irene by 9/12
Your stories: Where were you on September 11?
As a child I remember on the occasions my mother reminisced with her friends, they would sometimes ask, “Where were you when JFK was shot?” I remember being fascinated by the answer, but equally annoyed by the question because it felt like the passcode to a special club. A club to which, by virtue of my birth year, I would never belong. I felt left out. Read the full article → from Your stories: Where were you on September 11?
Rep. Dykema to hold office hours in Southborough on Friday
Here’s your chance to share your opinions — and a slice of pizza — with State Representative Carolyn Dykema. Read the full article → from Rep. Dykema to hold office hours in Southborough on Friday
Mosquito population on the rise, but little risk of disease in Southborough
Mosquitoes have been in the news lately, what with the death yesterday of a civic leader from Raynham from Eastern equine encephalitis. It was the state’s first case of EEE this year. Read the full article → from Mosquito population on the rise, but little risk of disease in Southborough
Register now for after-school recreation programs
The fall session of the popular Recreation After-School Program (RAP) starts next week. Registration is open, so now is the time to get your kids signed up for their favorite programs. Read the full article → from Register now for after-school recreation programs
Introducing a new series: The Villager Files
Welcome to a new My Southborough series! Each week we’ll take a step back in our town’s history with a look at the top stories reported in the Southborough Villager 10 years, 20 years, and 30 years ago. Read the full article → from Introducing a new series: The Villager Files
Southborough to hold 9/11 remembrance ceremony on Sunday
On Sunday Southborough will join the rest of the nation in remembering the 9/11 terrorist attacks. A ceremony to remember those who lost their lives and honor those who dedicate theirs to protecting our country will take place at 4:00 pm at 9/11 Memorial Field on Acre Bridge Road. Read the full article → from Southborough to hold 9/11 remembrance ceremony on Sunday
Potential tenant for Capasso property abandons plans after cool response from town
Many of you have already started talking about this article that ran in the Metrowest Daily News on Saturday, and I suspect it will get many more of you talking as well. Read the full article → from Potential tenant for Capasso property abandons plans after cool response from town
School organizations help parents get involved
Getting involved in your kid’s education is one of the most important things a parent can do. Helping them with homework is one thing, but if you’re looking to go even further, consider joining one of the many parent organizations that support Southborough schools. Read the full article → from School organizations help parents get involved