Thomas McHugh, 83, of Southborough, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2026, at his home surrounded by loved ones. Read the full article → from Obituary: Thomas McHugh, 83
Obituary: Thomas McHugh, 83
Join SOLF’s Annual Meeting Tonight
The community is invited to Southborough Open Land Foundation’s Annual Meeting tonight. As usual, the event includes a reception. Read the full article → from Join SOLF’s Annual Meeting Tonight
Black Bear sightings: Take precautions
It's time to remove bird feeders, keep an eye on small pets, and secure other attractive food sources.
I’m sharing details and images on bear sightings in town, safety information, and details on who to contact if you spot one in your neighborhood. Read the full article → from Black Bear sightings: Take precautions
The Food Pantry thanks Marjorie Coldwell for 25+ years of service
Friends, volunteers, clients, and community members gathered to celebrate the retirement of a longtime volunteer and Pantry Coordinator
After many years of supporting and helping to run the Southborough Food Pantry, volunteer Marjorie Coldwell has retired. The United Parishes of Southborough shared news about the recent celebration they held to mark the occasion.
While I’m sharing that news, I’ll also share the pantry’s most recent public request for support. Read the full article → from The Food Pantry thanks Marjorie Coldwell for 25+ years of service
Pfaff & Stivers win Select Board race (Updated)
13% of Southborough registered voters weighed in to help approve replacing school roofs and fixing town roads and sidewalks.
In Tuesday’s election, Southborough voters approved all four ballot questions for debt exemptions. They also voted to make a change on the Select Board. Read the full article → from Pfaff & Stivers win Select Board race (Updated)
St Mark’s School’s Summer Camp
Last week, when I alerted readers that Rec’s summer camp registration was about to open*, I listed other options for camps in town. Now, I’m following up to cover the newest one in more detail. Read the full article → from St Mark’s School’s Summer Camp
Gardeners’ Plant Sale — Saturday
The Southborough Gardeners are holding their big annual spring fundraising sale this weekend.
Annual or perennial, you’ll find it at this year’s Southborough Gardeners plant sale on Saturday, May 16, at the Community House. Read the full article → from Gardeners’ Plant Sale — Saturday
Spring Market downtown Saturday
The indoor & outdoor event will include food trucks
Apothecary Artists are holding another Spring Market this weekend. They’ll be hosting several area artists and vendors selling goods Read the full article → from Spring Market downtown Saturday
Town Election is today (until 8:00 pm)
I'm pinning this post to the top of the blog today - so scroll down for more recent news!
Just a quick reminder to vote in the Annual Town Election. Read the full article → from Town Election is today (until 8:00 pm)
Obituary: Joanne Van Gelderen Moss, 71
Joanne Moss, 71, died peacefully at her home in Southborough, Massachusetts, on Friday May 8, 2026, after a long and courageous ten-year battle with metastatic breast cancer. Read the full article → from Obituary: Joanne Van Gelderen Moss, 71
Tuesday’s Election-at-a-Glance
The Annual Town Election takes place tomorrow. Here is an overview with links to more supporting info. Read the full article → from Tuesday’s Election-at-a-Glance
The week in ARHS sports
Highlights from last week’s competitions and what’s on tap this week in Algonquin Regional High School varsity sports. Read the full article → from The week in ARHS sports
The week in government
Planning Board, School Committee, Conservation Commission, 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
Letter: Southborough History and Arts Center seeking support for final occupancy permit
My Southborough accepts signed letters to the editor submitted by Southborough residents. Letters may be emailed to mysouthborough@gmail.com. Read the full article → from Letter: Southborough History and Arts Center seeking support for final occupancy permit