The Regional School Committee meets tonight to vote on the budget for the 2010-2011 school year. It’s a budget that may prove expensive for Southborough. Read the full article → from A look at Algonquin enrollments – and what it might mean for your taxes
Snow delays school, some residents without power
A wet heavy snow blanketed Southborough this morning causing schools to be on a 2-hour delayed start. According to the National Grid Storm Center, about 50 residents between Southville and Richards Road — along with a handful of others scattered around town — are without power this morning. Read the full article → from Snow delays school, some residents without power
What the fire department has been up to
Fire department logs for February 16 through February 22. Read the full article → from What the fire department has been up to
Tree stumps in Flagg Road area to be removed
If you’ve driven around the Flagg Road area lately, you’re sure to notice some big stumps along the side of the roads – the remnants of some 38 trees cut down by National Grid in January. Read the full article → from Tree stumps in Flagg Road area to be removed
Algonquin gymnasts qualify for state championship meet
It was déjà vu for the Algonquin girls gymnastics team this weekend. For the second year in a row, they narrowly missed taking home the South Sectional Championship title. Like last year, they lost to first-place Barnstable by a mere point. Read the full article → from Algonquin gymnasts qualify for state championship meet
A portion of Southville Road to get a new sidewalk
If all goes according to plan, the north side of Southville Road from Liberty Drive to about 200 feet before the Ashland town line — by the parking lot of the Rose Garden restaurant — will get a new sidewalk later this year. Read the full article → from A portion of Southville Road to get a new sidewalk
Save the date: Understanding autism talk – 3/9
On March 9, the Northorough Southborough Special Education Parents Advisory Council (NSPAC) will present Understanding Autism and How Research Can Help: An Overview of a Whole-Body Approach to Autism by Dr. Martha Herbert of Mass General Hospital. Read the full article → from Save the date: Understanding autism talk – 3/9
Tech director hopes to integrate PCs at Trottier
From the Apple IIe’s I used in school to the latest generation Macs the kids use today, Apple computers have long been the technology of choice for Southborough schools. But that could change. Read the full article → from Tech director hopes to integrate PCs at Trottier
Sal Giorlandino to run for second term as selectman
A number of incumbents appear to be planning their re-election campaigns this year, but as of last week, only one had officially thrown his hat in the ring. Read the full article → from Sal Giorlandino to run for second term as selectman
Lenten reflection series starts tomorrow
The ninth annual United Parishes of Southborough Lenten reflection series starts tomorrow at St. Mark’s church. The theme this year is “What the Cross Means to Me.” Read the full article → from Lenten reflection series starts tomorrow
The week in government
A list of town meetings for the week of February 22 through February 26. Read the full article → from The week in government
Sponsors and teams sought for third annual spelling bee
The third annual Southborough Education Foundation Spelling Bee will take place on Friday, March 26 at 7:00 pm at Trottier Middle School. It’s an evening of fun for a great cause. Read the full article → from Sponsors and teams sought for third annual spelling bee
Welcome My Southborough sponsor: Candilicious
Almost one year ago, Southborough got a sweet new spot in Candilicious, a candy store located in the Town Center Plaza. But it’s more than just candy. Candilicious specializes in birthday parties for the kids complete with candy (of course) and create-your-own Animaland stuffed critters. Read the full article → from Welcome My Southborough sponsor: Candilicious
Update: How much has the Bonus Bucks program brought in?
Earlier this year I told you about the A+ Bonus Bucks program from Stop & Shop that lets you earn money for Southborough schools as you shop. I thought it would be interesting to check on how much money the program is bringing in. Read the full article → from Update: How much has the Bonus Bucks program brought in?