The unemployment rate in Southborough continued its downward trend in December, the latest figures available.Southborough’s jobless rate went from a high of 7.8% in January 2010, down to 5.4% in December 2010. Read the full article → from Southborough unemployment continues to fall
Photos: Dave Pietro at the Steeple Coffeehouse
Southborough native Dave Pietro was at the Steeple Coffeehouse on Saturday night to perform with his quartet. I wasn’t able to go, but from what I’ve heard it was a great show. Read the full article → from Photos: Dave Pietro at the Steeple Coffeehouse
The week in sports (2/14 – 2/20)
Here’s what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from The week in sports (2/14 – 2/20)
Library main entrance closed due to snow and ice
The main entrance to the Southborough Library will be closed until further notice. Library Director Jane Cain said water dripping off the roof and then freezing on the granite steps was making for a dangerous situation. Read the full article → from Library main entrance closed due to snow and ice
Cops think speed and alcohol was a factor in Jericho Hill Road crash
A single-car rollover on Jericho Hill Road that sent two Marlborough men to the hospital on Saturday night may have been caused by excess speed and alcohol. Read the full article → from Cops think speed and alcohol was a factor in Jericho Hill Road crash
The week in government
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government
UPDATED: Serious accident on Jericho Hill Road Saturday night
The Southborough Fire Department had to use the jaws of live to remove at least one person from an SUV that rolled over on Jericho Hill Road on Saturday night. Read the full article → from UPDATED: Serious accident on Jericho Hill Road Saturday night
Annual Valentine’s Day party at the Southborough Library
Valentine’s Day comes early at the Southborough Library. On Saturday, join your friends at the library for cookie decorating, crafts, and games. Read the full article → from Annual Valentine’s Day party at the Southborough Library
Neary presents Disney’s Aladdin Kids this weekend
The Neary Drama Club will put on three performances of Disney’s Aladdin Kids. It’s a stage version of the Disney film that’s been adapted for younger performers, but it still features all the hit songs your kids know and love. Read the full article → from Neary presents Disney’s Aladdin Kids this weekend
Southborough native to perform at Steeple Coffeehouse on Saturday
Southborough native Dave Pietro and his quartet will take the stage at Steeple Coffeehouse on Saturday night. The saxophonist and composer is now based out of New York. Read the full article → from Southborough native to perform at Steeple Coffeehouse on Saturday
We had a full week of school!
Fellow parents, join me in celebrating a full week of school. No holidays. No professional development days. And best of all, no snow days. It’s the first uninterrupted week of school in five weeks. Read the full article → from We had a full week of school!
It’s not just about the schools: Selectmen also ask churches to step up their donations
As you’ve probably heard, Southborough selectmen have been making a push lately to convince tax-exempt nonprofits in town like St. Mark’s and Fay School to increase the amount of their voluntary payment in lieu of taxes (PILOT) contributions. Selectman John Rooney said this week that the effort is not limited toe the educational institutions. Later this month he intends to ask Southborough’s churches to increase their PILOT contributoins, as well. Read the full article → from It’s not just about the schools: Selectmen also ask churches to step up their donations
Special Olympics basketball at Fay this weekend
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 a memorable day. Read the full article → from Special Olympics basketball at Fay this weekend
Friends of Southborough Rec Valentine’s Day party on Monday
Friends of Southborough Recreation will once again host their popular Valentine’s Day party on Monday at the South Union School (Arts Center). Note that you need to register in advance. Here are the details. Read the full article → from Friends of Southborough Rec Valentine’s Day party on Monday