2020 school rankings have been posted on Niche.com. Algonquin and the Southborough district schools got high marks and some great rankings in the state and especially for the nation. Read the full article → from “Niche” gives Algonquin and Southborough high grades: ARHS & Trottier in top 3% of US public schools
This afternoon, an email alerted that our schools are in need of more substitute teachers. The email was to Trottier Middle School parents but references a district wide shortage. Read the full article → from Apply to be a Substitute Teacher in NSboro schools
Southborough Youth and Family Services asked me to help them reach out to the community again. The agency published the 2nd issue of its newsletter to help educate the public on its services and initiatives. Read the full article → from Youth and Family Services promoting services to those in need and their need for volunteers
This winter, low income seniors and residents with disabilities are encouraged to ask the Town to give them a break on taxes. Read the full article → from Apply for Taxation Aid for low income seniors and residents with disabilities
Salvatore Capizzi, age 93, of Southborough and Hyannis, died peacefully at home on Sunday, January 12, 2020. Read the full article → from Obituary: Salvatore Capizzi, age 93
The Economic Development Committee plans to bring zoning changes to Town Meeting in March. Leading up to it, they’re trying to drum up public support. Read the full article → from Downtown Initiative: Zoning efforts update and “Roadshow” at Library
The hands on workshop is sponsored by the Open Space Preservation Commission. Read the full article → from Native Plant Seed Cleaning and Storage Workshop – Jan 21
SYFS is seeking families with K- 5th graders who would benefit from some special attention, a mentor, and positive role model. They are also seeking volunteer mentors in grades 7-12. Read the full article → from Project Friend-ships between younger and older kids: Sign up for winter-spring session
The NSMA is the latest school organization using the Northborough Mooyah to raise some moola. Read the full article → from Dine for NSMA – Jan 22nd
Residents can burn brush (within limits and with permits) on approved days, January 15 through May 1st. Read the full article → from Brush burning permits available tomorrow through May 1st
Highlights from last week’s competitions and what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from This week in sports (Updated – Again)
A list of board and committee meetings for the week with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government: ZBA; Regional School Committee; and Master Plan Committee on transportation
Here are some highlights of events in and around Southborough this week. Read the full article → from Events this week: Selectmen’s Office Hours, Schools’ Strategic Planning, Henna Alchemy; Baypath fundraiser, and Drama out of the Box
This week, the Personnel Board will discuss (and possibly vote on) a proposal by the Fire Chief to add a second in command position. Read the full article → from Town considering adding Deputy Fire Chief position