The Town will be offering in-person Recreation After School Program classes for K-5 students this fall. They will also offer some remote options. Read the full article → from Spring RAP: Outdoor (mostly) classes in May
Affordable Home available – first come, first served – submit paperwork now (Updated)
The Affordable Housing property at 16b Stockwell Lane is now available for purchase. Read the full article → from Affordable Home available – first come, first served – submit paperwork now (Updated)
Pre-order your “Troop 1 Pancake Breakfast”
Southborough’s Troop 1 will be holding their Pancake Breakfast. It’s just taking on a different form this spring. Read the full article → from Pre-order your “Troop 1 Pancake Breakfast”
Historical asking BOS to consider replacing Gadsden flags in Old Burial Ground (Updated)
The Historical Commission is asking selectmen to consider replacing two flags in the Old Burial Ground that have become “politically charged” with flags more historically representative of those that the veterans buried there would have served under. The Chair’s communications with veterans on the issue appear to have ruffled some feathers. Read the full article → from Historical asking BOS to consider replacing Gadsden flags in Old Burial Ground (Updated)
Events this week: St. Patrick’s Day Show for seniors
Here are some highlights of events in and around Southborough this week. Read the full article → from Events this week: St. Patrick’s Day Show for seniors
Library offering “Book Bundles” based on readers’ interests
The Southborough Library launched a new program today. This one appears to be geared to help residents who miss the ability to browse Library shelves. Read the full article → from Library offering “Book Bundles” based on readers’ interests
The week in government: Board of Selectmen and Combined School Committees Meeting
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: Board of Selectmen and Combined School Committees Meeting
SFD Update: Warning of Very High fire danger; Brush fire and house fire
For days, the Southborough Fire Department has been posting that no open air (brush) burning is allowed. Read the full article → from SFD Update: Warning of Very High fire danger; Brush fire and house fire
Obituary: Barbara A. Sanchioni, 79
Barbara A. Sanchioni, 79, of Westborough formerly a long-time resident of Southborough passed away on Wednesday, March 10, 2021. Read the full article → from Obituary: Barbara A. Sanchioni, 79
Covid Update: Southborough designated Green
Last night’s report from the Mass Dept of Public Health moved Southborough into green/low risk for the first time since before Thanksgiving. Read the full article → from Covid Update: Southborough designated Green
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
Election Update: Potential race for Selectman; papers pulled for Board of Health
Yesterday, I highlighted two critical issues relate to this spring’s Town Election. Both changed as of last night. So, it’s already time for an update. Read the full article → from Election Update: Potential race for Selectman; papers pulled for Board of Health
Volunteers helping Southborough teachers and seniors book Vaccine appointments
A group of Southborough mothers have been volunteering their time and energy to book Covid-19 vaccination appointments for Southborough teachers and seniors. Read the full article → from Volunteers helping Southborough teachers and seniors book Vaccine appointments
NSBORO: Shifting to 5 day in-person; Trottier & ARHS to start April 26 – decisions due Sunday (Updated)
One year ago this week, our district shut down in-person learning. Last night, an announcement informed parents that a full return to in-person attendance will be offered to all NSBORO students this spring. Read the full article → from NSBORO: Shifting to 5 day in-person; Trottier & ARHS to start April 26 – decisions due Sunday (Updated)