Here are some of the latest selections for adults and kids at the Southborough library. ADULT: Roastbeef’s Promise, by David Jerome “When a dad’s dying wish is to have his ashes sprinkled in each state, what’s a son to do?”–Jacket.(Library catalog | Amazon) My Father’s Tears, by John Updike Updike’s first collection of new short Read the full article → from New at the library
On parenting and the Declaration of Independence
In honor of the Fourth of July, Southborough resident and former selectwoman Donna McDaniel puts to rest some popular misconceptions about the Declaration of Independence in a column for the Southborough Village (aka Wicked Local Southborough). And in a second Father’s Day column — only just posted online — McDaniel considers parenting from the perspective of Read the full article → from On parenting and the Declaration of Independence
Police chief job description posted
In case you’re curious, the job posting for our new police chief is now on the town website. Here’s an excerpt: Candidate must value accountability, diversity and high ethical standards. Candidates must have thorough knowledge of police administration; proven communication and management skills; familiarity with collective bargaining, strong leadership qualities, ability to interact positively with Read the full article → from Police chief job description posted
Updated flood zone maps may mean higher insurance for some
If you’re one of about 300 affected property owners in Southborough, the rate you pay for flood insuarnce may be on the rise. FEMA, the agency that determines where various flood zones lie, has been working with local engineering firms to update their Flood Insurance Rate Maps. Town Engineer John Woodsmall recently told selectmen that Read the full article → from Updated flood zone maps may mean higher insurance for some
Finding fireworks for the Fourth
In Southborough, we save our fireworks for Summer Nights in August. That means if you’re looking to celebrate the Fourth with a bang, you’ll have to make a bit of a trek. Towns in our area that used to host fireworks displays — like Framingham, Marlborough, Ashland, and Holliston — haven’t held them in years. According Read the full article → from Finding fireworks for the Fourth
On the market this week
It was a bit of a slow week in Southborough real estate. Two new houses came on the market, two sold, and none went under agreement. Thanks to Doug McClain (email) of Century 21 Commonwealth Realty for supplying the listing information. New on the market 10 Rockpoint Road (map) – 6 room, 3 bed, 2 Read the full article → from On the market this week
Memorial poster for Dennis Wrenn
Southborough resident Sue Teplansky has created a memorial poster for Algonquin music director Dennis Wrenn who died earlier this year. The full-size poster measures 11×17 and costs $20. A portion of the proceeds go toward the Dennis Wrenn Scholarship Fund. You can find more information, including how to order the poster, on Sue’s website. Read the full article → from Memorial poster for Dennis Wrenn
Southborough resident named finalist for CEO of Year Award
Southborough resident Brian Zanghi, president and CEO of Kadient, has been named a finalist for he 2009 Mass Technology Leadership Council’s CEO of the Year Award. “I’m incredibly honored to be chosen as a finalist for CEO of the Year Award,” Zanghi said. “Certainly my success at Kadient is due, in part, to the team Read the full article → from Southborough resident named finalist for CEO of Year Award
Magazine crews currently canvassing Southborough
A My Southborough reader wrote in to report that some door-to-door solicitors hawking magazine subscriptions visited her house earlier this week. I checked with Interim Chief Jane Moran, and she confirmed that an organization recently registered with the police department and will be going door-to-door throughout town for the next six weeks. Moran said the Read the full article → from Magazine crews currently canvassing Southborough
Kids march in Fourth of July parade
The sun shone just long enough yesterday for the kids to make their annual Fourth of July trek from the library up to the Town House. Here are some photos taken by Laura Coldwell-Stewart. (Thanks Laura for taking them and thanks Marge for sending them in!) Read the full article → from Kids march in Fourth of July parade
In the media: The Algonquin garden spot in Northborough
The Metrowest Daily News has a story about a garden started by students and faculty at Algonquin. Some crops from the garden are being donated to the Northborough Food Pantry, while others are being frozen for use during nutrition classes next fall. In addition to fruits and vegetables, organizers have planned a serenity garden with Read the full article → from In the media: The Algonquin garden spot in Northborough
When it comes to speeding tickets, Southborough is about average
If you’re caught speeding in Southborough, how likely are you to get a ticket? The answer? Less likely than you are in Hopkinton, more likely than you are in Framingham. WHDH Channel 7 took a look at how much money towns inside the Route 495 loop collected in traffic tickets last year. The average was Read the full article → from When it comes to speeding tickets, Southborough is about average
Vast majority of Algonquin grads plan to continue their education
With the workforce the way it is today, perhaps it’s no surprise that a whopping 91% of this year’s Algonquin graduates plan to continue their schooling in the fall. According to unofficial numbers presented at last week’s regional school committee meeting, 83% of graduating seniors plan to attend a four-year college in the fall, while Read the full article → from Vast majority of Algonquin grads plan to continue their education
Fire logs for the week
Tuesday 6/23/09 08:56 Vehicle accident with injuries, Turnpike Road 14:34 Vehicle accident with injuries, Turnpike Road and Route 85 15:30 Public service assistance, Parkerville Road 22:11 EMS call, Clifford Street Wednesday 6/24/09 08:26 Vehicle accident with injuries, Turnpike Road and Oak Hill Road 14:05 Unintentional alarm system activation, Northboro Road 20:54 Gasoline or other flammable Read the full article → from Fire logs for the week