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
Events this week
Concerts, last $10 round of golf, poetry, yoga, and more
Police Chief Search Update
The Select Board approved next steps they hope end with their promotion of a new chief in September
Today, the Select Board voted to hire consultants to run a specialized assessment center for the candidates for Southborough’s new police chief. Read the full article → from Police Chief Search Update
Voting in the State Primary (Updated – Again)
Info on when, how, and where Southborough residents can vote, and who you can vote for
While I’m sharing the Town Clerk’s information on voting options, I’m also sharing whose on the ballot for the state primaries. Read the full article → from Voting in the State Primary (Updated – Again)
Summer Concert Series: Chuck & Mud
The duo returns with the Hole in the Dam Band for their third performance in Southborough's series
The next act in the Southborough Summer Concert Series is Chuck & Mud. Read the full article → from Summer Concert Series: Chuck & Mud
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
Seeking members for Community Exploratory Committee (and other committees)
The Town is creating a committee to research a Community Center at Woodward or elsewhere. Over 15 other committees also have vacancies.
The Select Board formed a Community Center Exploratory Committee. Now they are looking for volunteers to serve on it. I’m also sharing info on other committee vacancies. Read the full article → from Seeking members for Community Exploratory Committee (and other committees)
Meals seek wheels
Volunteer drivers needed (regular commitment or as a backup)
Southborough’s Meals on Wheels program is seeking volunteers to make deliveries. Read the full article → from Meals seek wheels
Teens to (hard) rock Southborough on Friday
Autumn Roots are inviting the public to a free outdoor concert with opening acts
This Friday, local teens will be performing on the Neary stage. Read the full article → from Teens to (hard) rock Southborough on Friday
YA Summer fun in Safe Spaces
Upcoming programs for for LGBTQ+ youth and allies in grades 6-12
A support group for LGBTQ+ youth and allies is holding special events this summer. Read the full article → from YA Summer fun in Safe Spaces
Reminder: Where to cool off (or stay dry this summer)
I'm reminding about local options for avoiding the hot sun or the rain this summer.
For those of you who were out of town when I posted info on local places to relax or be entertained while escaping the heat, I’m sharing it again. (Plus, I added one important option I missed in my previous post.) Read the full article → from Reminder: Where to cool off (or stay dry this summer)
Public Safety Updates (Updated)
Personnel changes, Public Safety Building news, and emergency responses
I’m rounding up Town news items related to Police and Fire Departments. Read the full article → from Public Safety Updates (Updated)
Obituary: Stephen R. DeNorscia, 57
Stephen R. DeNorscia ,57, passed away unexpectedly on July 4th in Boulder, Colorado. Read the full article → from Obituary: Stephen R. DeNorscia, 57
Obituary: Ronald Lee DeHart, 84
Ronald Lee DeHart passed away peacefully at home in Southborough, MA, on July 9, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. Read the full article → from Obituary: Ronald Lee DeHart, 84
Select Board addressing road safety issues
Lowering speeds on Parkerville Road; update on Town Traffic Study
At last week’s Select Board Meeting, there were updates on two items related to road safety in Southborough. Read the full article → from Select Board addressing road safety issues