The Board of Selectmen has scheduled another forum on the proposed Downtown District zoning for Tuesday. This one is listed as a public hearing. Unlike their previous forum, the Board’s zoning consultants will be available to answer questions and provide clarity. Read the full article → from Selectmen to address concerns on Downtown zoning (including criticized map) – Tuesday
Public Safety Update: Copters are for NGrid work; SFD’s recent fire battles
Southborough Police shared a notice for residents to alleviate concerns. I’m also sharing info on responses by public safety to actual emergencies. Read the full article → from Public Safety Update: Copters are for NGrid work; SFD’s recent fire battles
Covid Update: Over ½ of residents 50+ yrs old at least partially vaccinated
While the recent Covid-19 figures are up, last night’s report from the Mass Dept of Public Health kept Southborough in yellow for the second week. The state also reported details on vaccination rates for residents. Read the full article → from Covid Update: Over ½ of residents 50+ yrs old at least partially vaccinated
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
Southborough job listings: Town seeking temp clerical assistants for Covid Vaccine Clinic
I received another posting of jobs available in Southborough. Read the full article → from Southborough job listings: Town seeking temp clerical assistants for Covid Vaccine Clinic
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
Obituary: James K. Urban,78
James K. Urban,78, of Southborough passed away on Sunday, March 21, 2021 after a battle with heart disease. Read the full article → from Obituary: James K. Urban,78
Learn to play the Ukelele – free zoom program for tweens and teens
The Southborough Library is offering a virtual ukelele program, and the instruments to play. Read the full article → from Learn to play the Ukelele – free zoom program for tweens and teens
Park Central Update: Testimony wrapped up; Final argument schedule TBD
Today, was the final day of testimony in a trial over the Park Central 40B project. Read the full article → from Park Central Update: Testimony wrapped up; Final argument schedule TBD
Obituary: Jean A. (Roverano) Chappelle, 81
Jean A. (Roverano) Chappelle, 81, of Southborough passed away on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 after a period of declining health. Read the full article → from Obituary: Jean A. (Roverano) Chappelle, 81
NECC’s Virtual 5K Walk/Run for Autism will be live – May 1st
NECC’s annual 5K Walk/Run for Autism fundraiser will be held virtually for the second year. But this time it will be a live experience. Read the full article → from NECC’s Virtual 5K Walk/Run for Autism will be live – May 1st
Meals seek wheels: Volunteer drivers needed for lunchtime deliveries (Updated)
Southborough’s Meals on Wheels program is again seeking volunteers to make deliveries. Read the full article → from Meals seek wheels: Volunteer drivers needed for lunchtime deliveries (Updated)
Go the Distance Awards – May 20th
NSPAC will hold a virtual event this year to celebrate people who have made a difference to special needs students in our district. Read the full article → from Go the Distance Awards – May 20th
Another free tutoring services for students
A group of Algonquin students asked me to let the community know about their free tutoring service. Read the full article → from Another free tutoring services for students