It was a show of overwhelming support for Interim Chief Jane Moran last night after interviews for Southborough’s new police chief wrapped up, with most of the support coming from her own department. A number of Southborough police officers showed up and spoke on Moran’s behalf during the public comment period that came after selectmen Read the full article → from Selectmen interview police chief candidates
Northborough-Southborough cheerleaders heading to regional competition
Three cheers for the Northborough-Southborough T-Hawks Cheerleaders. The Pop Warner Midget team won their division at the Regional Cheer Qualifiers in Springfield on November 8. The win means they get to compete in the regional championship on Saturday at the DCU Center in Worcester. Good luck, girls! Read the full article → from Northborough-Southborough cheerleaders heading to regional competition
Open discussion thread: Ask questions, share opinions
Time for another open thread. For those of you new to the blog, the open discussion thread is your place to ask questions, sound off on town issues, or share information with other readers. Here are some suggestions to get you started: Ask questions about programs in town or the town itself Post a note Read the full article → from Open discussion thread: Ask questions, share opinions
Rain doesn’t diminish Scouting for Food donations
Thanks to what was left of Hurricane Ida, the rain was coming down hard on Saturday morning, and that had some at Pilgrim Church worried. Volunteers sorting and boxing food collected during the annual Scouting for Food drive were worried the rain might translate into fewer donations. They needn’t have worried. Southborough scouts collected over Read the full article → from Rain doesn’t diminish Scouting for Food donations
The week in government
All eyes are on the Board of Selectmen this week as they interview the four finalists for the position of police chief on Monday night. On Tuesday, they’ll make a selection. Monday’s meeting starts at 6:30 pm, and Tuesday’s starts at 6:00 pm. Both are in the Hearing Room on the second floor of the Read the full article → from The week in government
What to do this weekend – so many choices!
If it’s art and music you’re looking for, there’s little need to venture beyond our own borders this weekend. Even if you’re hoping to get some early holiday shopping done, you’ll find it right in Southborough. And if you need some kid-free time on Saturday, the Pilgrim Church Youth Group is offering babysitting at the Read the full article → from What to do this weekend – so many choices!
Reminder: Scouting for Food collection on Saturday
Did you get your Scouting for Food bag last week? Now’s the time to fill it up. By doing so, you’ll help the scouts help the Southborough Food Pantry feed local families all through the winter. This year the scouts have a goal of collecting 5,250 pounds of food and household items, that’s 25% more Read the full article → from Reminder: Scouting for Food collection on Saturday
White Bagley Road closed starting Tuesday
White Bagley Road will be closed for several days starting next Tuesday (11/17) so new culvert pipes can be installed under the road. Town Engineer John Woodsmall said that due to the extent of the excavation required, the road will likely be closed overnight as well as during work hours for the first couple of Read the full article → from White Bagley Road closed starting Tuesday
Your first look at the Grown Ups trailer
There are plenty of Southborough scenes in the just-released teaser for the Adam Sandler film Grown Ups. The movie is scheduled for release in June 2010. As surreal as it was to see movie stars live and in person in Southborough, it’s even stranger to see Southborough on the big screen (well, it’s still the Read the full article → from Your first look at the Grown Ups trailer
Southborough Library amnesty program ends tomorrow
Saturday is the last day the Southborough Library will forgive fines on overdue books, DVDs, CDs, and other library material as part of their amnesty program. So round up those overdue books and get them back to the library before closing tomorrow. Bring along a donation for the Southborough Food Pantry — paper goods or laundry Read the full article → from Southborough Library amnesty program ends tomorrow
Juried art show opens tomorrow
The Southborough Arts Center‘s annual juried art show opens Friday night with a reception from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. There will be refreshments, music, and of course, lots of art. Art Center Director Emily van Nort told me they had a great turn-out from local artists. A total of 61 art pieces were submitted to Read the full article → from Juried art show opens tomorrow
Newton Street closed again today
For the second time in as many weeks, a portion of Newton Street north of Southboro Medical is closed for road work. DPW head Karen Galligan said today’s closure is for drainage work. The closure last week was to to tap an existing water main and install a fire hydrant. Newton Street is expected to Read the full article → from Newton Street closed again today
Photo gallery: Veterans Day in Southborough
Southborough residents turned out yesterday to honor veterans with a ceremony at the All Wars Memorial on the common. Here are some images from the event. Click on a thumbnail below to view photos as a slideshow. Update: The slideshow doesn’t seem to be working for everyone. You can click a thumbnail to see a Read the full article → from Photo gallery: Veterans Day in Southborough
Lacrosse registration opens today, information session tonight
Registration for Northborough-Southborough Youth Lacrosse (NSYA) spring 2010 season opens today. New players are being accepted at all age levels. If you want to learn more, there’s an information session tonight at Trottier from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Representatives will discuss the philosophy and rules of the league, answer questions, and review required equipment. For Read the full article → from Lacrosse registration opens today, information session tonight