The public school administration is offering grief counseling on Friday for those struggling to deal with the unexpected loss of Kim Tolander. Read the full article → from NSBORO offering Grief Counseling
Magic and laughs at the Library
Ed Popielarczyk will bring his magic - and laughter - back to the Library next week
Next week, the Southborough Library is bringing back Ed Popielarczyk to tickle kids’ funny bones with his magic act. Read the full article → from Magic and laughs at the Library
Obituary: Ray “Skip” Greene Huling
An obituary for Ray “Skip” Greene Huling was posted by Morris-Johnston Funeral Home on August 9th. Read the full article → from Obituary: Ray “Skip” Greene Huling
Park Central comments extended
Comments on the 40B can be submitted by Sept 12th for inclusion in a letter to MassHousing
This afternoon, the Town announced that the comment period was extended for the Park Central 40B proposal Read the full article → from Park Central comments extended
Join a “Monarch Migratory Meander”
Pre-register for a "family-friendly hike"
The Trustees of Reservations are promoting an upcoming hike at Chestnut Hill Farm. This one will focus on the life cycle of Monarch butterflies. Read the full article → from Join a “Monarch Migratory Meander”
Get your ’23 Transfer Station Stickers (Updated)
DPW clarifies that seniors who rent can also get free stickers
This year’s Transfer Station permit stickers expire in a few weeks. Starting September 15th, the 2022-2023 stickers must be “in place” in order to access the station.
Here’s what you need to know about this year’s changes. Read the full article → from Get your ’23 Transfer Station Stickers (Updated)
Art on the Trails Update
News on Best-in-Show and art-inspired poetry
Organizers of the annual outdoor exhibit announced this year’s Best-in-Show and poets whose inspired works were selected. Read the full article → from Art on the Trails Update
No Parking on Sidewalks
In response to complaints, Southborough Police are now warning about parking on sidewalks (and ticketing/towing if necessary)
The SPD has been warning drivers not to park on sidewalks, thanks to concerns raised by a resident over access issues. Read the full article → from No Parking on Sidewalks
Seeking a volunteer with UXR skills
The Town is seeking someone to volunteer several hours per month to help improve tech
The Municipal Technology Committee asked me to share their call for a User Experience Research volunteer to help the Town. Read the full article → from Seeking a volunteer with UXR skills
Southborough lottery winner
Resident wins big from scratch ticket purchased in town
A Southborough couple picked up a big check from Mass Lottery last week – just not as big as the Lottery’s promo photo makes it seem. Read the full article → from Southborough lottery winner
Select Board to discuss truck exclusions
Board to hear findings from commissioned study of Heavy Vehicle traffic in town
On Tuesday, the Select Board will hear recommendations for handling the problems caused by heavy trucks on Town roads. Based on consultant VHB’s presentation, the Board may consider swapping the truck exclusion on Route 30 for ones on five Southborough back roads – plus two more overnight exclusions. Read the full article → from Select Board to discuss truck exclusions
Obituary: Kim Hibbard Tolander
A funeral will be held on Thursday; a fundraiser has been set up to help support her son
On August 3rd, Southborough resident Kim Hibbard Tolander passed away unexpectedly. Read the full article → from Obituary: Kim Hibbard Tolander
The week in government
Tree Removal hearings; Select Board on findings from Truck Exclusion Study; Capital on roads/sidewalks for maintenance RFP
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
Animal Adventures, Poetry Workshop, Comics Academy Reception, RYLA reception, Summer Concert, and more
Here are highlights of what’s happening around (or related to) our town this week. Read the full article → from Events this week