Jake Walter, 90, of Southborough, died peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family on Tuesday, February 7, 2023. Read the full article → from Obituary: Jake Walter, 90
The week in government
St. Mark's Street Park Working Group on park design plans; BOH on Algonquin turf field; ZBA and Conservation hearings; Historical updates on Doc Stone House and 5 Cordaville; 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
Events this week (Updated)
Valentines parties, NSPAC, Crafternoon, Trivia, Birding, Chocolate, Sheep, more free Winter Sow Seeds and more
Here are highlights of what’s happening around (or related to) our town this weekend through next. Read the full article → from Events this week (Updated)
Apply Now for Camperships (Updated)
SYFS opened applications for 2023 Camp Scholarships; Apply ASAP, especially if you want to register for Town camp
Southborough Youth and Family Services announced the details for this year’s program to partially/fully fund camp fees for qualifying families. (The percent they can cover depends on family size and income.) Read the full article → from Apply Now for Camperships (Updated)
Public Works Planning Board delayed reaction to OML Complaint (Updated)
The Chair held his seat, defended long delayed posting of official minutes, and shrugged off Open Meeting Law violation complaint
On Monday, the Public Works Planning Board held an overdue meeting for the purpose of responding to an Open Meeting Law Complaint about minutes that weren’t timely posted.
With 2 of the 5 members firmly in his corner, Bill Boland retained his seat after protracted debate about the responsibilities of the Board and the seriousness of the violation complaint. Read the full article → from Public Works Planning Board delayed reaction to OML Complaint (Updated)
On the market this week in Southborough
What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week in Southborough
Art on the Trails 2023
Theme and details announced; Call for Art opens next week
Starting next week, artists can submit proposals to be part of 2023 Art on the Trails. Read the full article → from Art on the Trails 2023
Chestnut Hill Farm events through March
Birding, February vacation camp, Maple Tap-A-Thon, Celebrating Women of Agriculture, and guided hikes and nature programs for all ages
It’s time for an update on what The Trustees of Reservations have in store at the Southborough farm over the next few months. Read the full article → from Chestnut Hill Farm events through March
Nominate a Community Hero
SYFS is asking the public to nominate someone deserving of the annual Wellness award for relevant service to our community
Southborough Youth and Family Services is looking to recognize someone who has served our community well. The agency is reaching out to the public for nominees for its annual Wellness Award. Read the full article → from Nominate a Community Hero
Library offering early Valentines fun for kids and young adults
The Library is offering two drop-in Valentine’s themed events this week — a craft session for older kids/young adults and a children’s party for all ages. Read the full article → from Library offering early Valentines fun for kids and young adults
Kids asked to say YES! to Art
Art contest for Southborough children in grades 1-8 ask kids to express what they love about their hometown
A new art contest is encouraging 1st to 8th graders who live in Southborough to use art to share what they love about our town. “Youth Expressions of Southborough” contest asks for kids to submit artwork. Winning entries will be reproduced onto larger canvas to exhibit in local public spaces. Read the full article → from Kids asked to say YES! to Art
Sophomores: Apply to attend regional Youth Leadership conference
Southborough Rotary is offering its annual scholarship for 10th graders
The Southborough Rotary Club is seeking high school sophomores with demonstrated leadership abilities to attend a special 3-day conference. Read the full article → from Sophomores: Apply to attend regional Youth Leadership conference
The week in sports (Updated)
GonkPlex Forum tonight; Boys Swim wins League Championship and Girls Indoor Track came in 2nd place
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 (Updated)
Large power outage left many in the cold over weekend
Hundreds of residents lost power during the record lows and led to some burst pipes
Power outages in the region included an area of Pine Hill Road that impacted hundreds of residents during a record low freeze wave Friday and Saturday. Read the full article → from Large power outage left many in the cold over weekend