The latest information and figures on Covid cases in our town. Read the full article → from Covid Update
Covid Update
There's an uptick in the latest stats for our Town and our neighboring county's community level was raised to Medium
Board of Health Update
BOH addressed Ken's Warehouse noise issues, handling other noise, Fitzgerald's permit, and tightening regs for tobacco products
Highlights from the Board of Health meeting two weeks ago. Read the full article → from Board of Health Update
On the market this week in Southborough (Updated)
What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week in Southborough (Updated)
Obituary: Lisa Maureen (Peralta) Fields, 57
Lisa Maureen (Peralta) Fields, 57, of Southborough, passed away on Monday, July 4, 2022, at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Read the full article → from Obituary: Lisa Maureen (Peralta) Fields, 57
Summer Concert Series: The Rampage Trio (Updated)
The trio returns to Neary field for Wednesday night's concert
The Rampage Trio will play the second Southborough Summer Concert this season. Read the full article → from Summer Concert Series: The Rampage Trio (Updated)
Urban Forest Management presentation – Monday (Updated)
The public is invited to hear from a Southborough native who is an expert in Arboriculture & Urban Forestry
The Planning Board will be hearing from a lecturer they hope will provide insight to Town officials trying to resolve details around protecting public shade trees in Southborough. The public is invited to join them. Read the full article → from Urban Forest Management presentation – Monday (Updated)
Where to pick fruit this summer
A look at this summer’s options for local Pick-Your-Own fruit. Read the full article → from Where to pick fruit this summer
Library events promote Healthy Bodies & Minds
The Library asked me to share news on their July & August events targeted at improving mental and physical health. Read the full article → from Library events promote Healthy Bodies & Minds
Public Works Planning Board update
Chair defends 18 month of inaction; Planning appoints one of its own to be "proactive" member; July Meeting planned with Capital
News related to a board that has been under fire recently. A long time member was replaced over the objections of the Chair who defended his board for not having met in 18 months. Read the full article → from Public Works Planning Board update
Open discussion thread: Ask questions, share opinions
The open discussion thread is your place to ask questions, sound off on town issues, or share information with other readers. Read the full article → from Open discussion thread: Ask questions, share opinions
The week in government
South Union Affordable Housing Subcommittee on Draft Report and COA to conduct Strategic Planning
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)
$10 Golf, Movies for seniors and young families, Open Lab for teens, Face Painting, Kids Jam, and Yoga in the Park
Here are highlights of what’s happening around (or related to) our town through next weekend. Read the full article → from Events this week (updated)
Where to cool off or stay dry this summer
I'm offering some options for avoiding the hot sun or the rain this summer.
Where are the best indoor local places for local fun – or to find a respite from the heat if you don’t have decent A/C to stay cool? Read the full article → from Where to cool off or stay dry this summer
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