What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week in Southborough
On the market this week in Southborough
SPD: Body cams to be automatically activated in certain emergencies
A state grant is funding improvements to reduce officers forgetting to turn on their cameras in emergencies.
The SPD donned new gear last spring to record incidents and public interactions. Now they are getting additional funding to automatically trigger its use in certain situations. Read the full article → from SPD: Body cams to be automatically activated in certain emergencies
Halloween Parade & Trunk or Treat – October 21 (Updated)
The Firefighters and Recreation are teaming up again for another big afternoon of Halloween themed family fun.
Ten days before Halloween, the Southborough Firefighters Association will host its annual costume parade and party. For the second year, Southborough Recreation will follow those festivities with its “Trunk or Treat”. Read the full article → from Halloween Parade & Trunk or Treat – October 21 (Updated)
More Pickleball Lessons this fall
Southborough Rec is promoting the last sessions of outdoor Pickleball lessons this fall. Read the full article → from More Pickleball Lessons this fall
Senior Flu Clinic – Oct 18
The Southborough Health Department will be holding its annual flu vaccine clinic for residents ages 65+ in two weeks. Registration is required. Read the full article → from Senior Flu Clinic – Oct 18
Obituary: Whitney “Whit” A. Beals, 76
We deeply grieve the passing of Whitney “Whit” Beals (76) of Southborough, Massachusetts on Sept. 14, 2023. Read the full article → from Obituary: Whitney “Whit” A. Beals, 76
Pumpkin Stroll (and ice cream) – Sunday (Updated)
Start planning how to carve or paint your pumpkins this year. You can also submit a pic of your gourd on the wall for a local contest and/or buy an ice cream cone.
Rotary’s popular Pumpkin Stroll takes place the night before Heritage Day. Read the full article → from Pumpkin Stroll (and ice cream) – Sunday (Updated)
KofC Soccer Challenge at Heritage Day
Free penalty kick competition for 6-16 year olds
Soccer-loving kids and teens can make penalty shots in an effort to win Knights of Columbus’ Soccer Challenge. Read the full article → from KofC Soccer Challenge at Heritage Day
“Niche” gives Algonquin and Southborough more high grades
Last week, Niche.com came out with it’s “2024” school rankings. Algonquin and Southborough schools (public and private) were again in the top tier — but not as highly ranked as some neighbors. Read the full article → from “Niche” gives Algonquin and Southborough more high grades
Winter Gear Drive
NSBORO schools are collecting new/gently used winter coats and outerwear for all ages.
The Northborough and Southborough Public Schools are helping a local non-profit collect winter coats, snow pants, snow boots, and warm hats, mittens, and gloves. Read the full article → from Winter Gear Drive
Obituary: Donald Francis Dillman, 88
With heavy hearts, we mourn the passing of our beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Donald Francis Dillman. Read the full article → from Obituary: Donald Francis Dillman, 88
The week in sports
Highlights from last week’s competitions and what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from The week in sports
The week in government
Planning Board hearings, School Committee on budget priorities, Conservation hearings, and more
Here is a selection of the committee and board meetings for the week along with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government
Park Central Hearings open next week; ZBA alternate members sought
40B permit hearings open next week, potentially short one member, and with limited capacity for in-person attendance.
On Friday morning, the Select Board promoted an alternate member of the Zoning Board of Appeals to fill the seat of a full time member who resigned.
In that discussion, the board noted the need for a volunteer to be appointed soon in order for five members to sit on the Park Central 40B permit hearings opening on October 11th. Read the full article → from Park Central Hearings open next week; ZBA alternate members sought