Last month, a Southborough commercial property owner was notified that the federal government was terminating its lease for an IRS office. This month, the decision was rescinded. Read the full article → from IRS Office Lease Cancelled and Uncancelled in Southborough
Musical highlights from NSBORO Schools
Sharing news from "the beat" plus another, more recent musical accomplishment.
Sharing highlights from the latest issue of NSBORO’s “the beat” and an update on a more recent, impressive performance by an Algonquin musical group. Read the full article → from Musical highlights from NSBORO Schools
Overview of April 7th Annual Town Meeting
Zoning revisions for Accessory Dwelling Units and Shared Parking allowances; Beefing up the public safety budget; a CPA project to replace railings on the Town Common, and more
The Town’s legislative branch, Town Meeting, will convene a week from Monday to approve spending, amend local bylaws, and “advise” officials. Read the full article → from Overview of April 7th Annual Town Meeting
Register now to enjoy a night of “Mindful Art”
Registration is closing soon!
Southborough Youth & Family Services, with funding from the Southborough Cultural Arts Council, is offering a night of guided painting. Read the full article → from Register now to enjoy a night of “Mindful Art”
Neary School Building Project Overview & Update (Updated – Again)
Upcoming presentations and forums, a financial update, pitched benefits, and an alternative floated by opponents
The Neary Building Committee will be holding more presentations and forums to answer voters’ questions about the big project to build a new four grade school.
I’m sharing that information along with updates on the project, including touted benefits and organized opposition. Read the full article → from Neary School Building Project Overview & Update (Updated – Again)
Youth Nature Club Returning to Library (Updated)
6th - 12th graders are invited to volunteer and explore nature in the Library's gardens
The library is resuming a club of young volunteers that explored and tended its gardens last year. Read the full article → from Youth Nature Club Returning to Library (Updated)
Jewelry Makerspace Crafternoon — April 9th
Kids ages 8-12 can sign up to make beaded accessories at the library.
The Southborough Library is hosting another “Crafternoon” with popular crafter Mandy Roberge . Read the full article → from Jewelry Makerspace Crafternoon — April 9th
Town Meeting to ask for 7.7% 7.5% increase for 2026 taxes (Updated- Again)
A look at this year's budget drivers: public safety staffing, employee health insurance, and school budgets
Updated (3/26/25 10:19 am): Since initially posting this story, I discovered that the Town has posted new budget documents. I’ve updated the story to reflect new figures.
At the Annual Town Meeting in just under two weeks, the Select Board is expected to ask voters to pass a budget that would create an estimated 7.47% increase in homeowner’s tax bills next year. It’s the largest spike since this blog has been covering Southborough Town government. Read the full article → from Town Meeting to ask for 7.7% 7.5% increase for 2026 taxes (Updated- Again)
Kindergroup Easter Egg Hunt — April 12 (Updated)
Register for fun collecting candy filled eggs, taking Bunny pics, and other free activities.
Southborough Kindergroup is promoting its annual community Easter Egg Hunt. Read the full article → from Kindergroup Easter Egg Hunt — April 12 (Updated)
What is Ramadan? Learn more on Saturday
For the past month, many members of our community have been observing Ramadan. On the last day of the Muslim “holy month”, the Library is hosting an educational program for the public. Read the full article → from What is Ramadan? Learn more on Saturday
Welly’s Munchie Madness is Wednesday
FSYC's fundraiser continues with another local restaurant this week.
Last week, I shared the news that Friends of Southborough Youth Commission is holding its annual March Munchie Madness fundraiser. Tonight is the next event in the series. Read the full article → from Welly’s Munchie Madness is Wednesday
Letter: NEARY “PLAN B”
There IS a Plan B solution to the Neary Building Committee (NBC) option of a $108.5 million new school for Southborough!
My Southborough accepts signed letters to the editor submitted by Southborough residents. Letters may be emailed to mysouthborough@gmail.com.
The following letter is from a group of 20 Southborough residents. Read the full article → from Letter: NEARY “PLAN B”
The week in sports
Highlights from last week’s competitions and what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from The week in sports
The week in government
Planning Board, Southborough & Regional School Committee Hearings on FY26 Budget; Neary Building Financial update; Conservation Commission; and more
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