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 sports
Oktoberfest this Sunday downtown
Rotary is promoting a fest with “German-inspired cheer, delicious eats, live music, and community spirit”. Read the full article → from Oktoberfest this Sunday downtown
The week in government
Regional School Committee on Graduation Requirements; ZBA on 355 Turnpike Rd multi-uses and 250 Turnpike Rd 40b; 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
Events this week (Updated – Again)
Book Sale, Tween & teen library events (Tie-dye & bookmarks), Nature Story Time, Sachem's Haunted Coffeehouse, Live Music, Art Reception, Oktoberfest, and more
Here are highlights of what’s happening around (or related to) our town this weekend through next. Read the full article → from Events this week (Updated – Again)
Heritage Day Cancelled (Book Sale is still on)
Southborough Recreation officially cancelled Heritage Day. But there is one, indoor, activity that will still take place.
The Southborough’ Library’s Sale will still go on, inside the library from 10:00 – 3:00 pm. Read the full article → from Heritage Day Cancelled (Book Sale is still on)
Heritage Day Weekend Update: What’s Cancelled/Postponed, What’s Still on and What’s TBD
Given the dismal forecast for Monday, some of the festivities planned for the holiday weekend are rained out. One is going on rain or shine, and a couple others will be announced on Sunday morning depending on how the forecast is trending. Read the full article → from Heritage Day Weekend Update: What’s Cancelled/Postponed, What’s Still on and What’s TBD
Town receives over $110K in grants for public safety
The SPD received three state grants totaling $85K (including one for dispatch personnel) and the SFD was awarded $28K by FEMA
Both the Southborough Police Department and the Fire Department recently got word that grants they applied for have been approved. Read the full article → from Town receives over $110K in grants for public safety
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
Friends of the Library Socks Fundraiser
This fall buy snazzy, cozy socks that will make you want to kick up your feet and read!
For a limited time this fall, The Friends of the Southborough Library are selling socks to show off your love for the library while raising funds for future programs, museum passes, and more. Read the full article → from Friends of the Library Socks Fundraiser
School Buildings Update
A recap of Tuesday night's presentation and the data the Select Board will be considering when deciding next steps on maintentance and any projects for the K-8 school buildings.
On Tuesday night, the Select Board heard the final report from the PreK-8 School Building Committee. The committee gave them a lot of data to reflect on when the board decides what next steps to take.
Here’s my high level overview of the picture presented and highlights from the meeting. Read the full article → from School Buildings Update
Free Volleyball Clinics for 6th-8th graders, starting this Sunday
Sign up quickly for the clinic series to "elevate" players skills.
Fay School is encouraging kids who like Volleyball to “take their skills to the next level” this fall Read the full article → from Free Volleyball Clinics for 6th-8th graders, starting this Sunday
Save the Date for Trunk or Treat — October 25th
The Firefighters and Recreation are teaming up again for another big Halloween celebration for families. And Rec is seeking candy donations to help support the fun.
The community is invited to take part in the 5th annual Trunk or Treat — the free Halloween festivities put on by the Southborough Firefighters Association and Southborough Recreation — on the Saturday before Halloween. Leading up to the event, Southborough Rec is seeking donations of candy to pass out. Read the full article → from Save the Date for Trunk or Treat — October 25th
Puzzle Competition at the Library
Puzzle lovers ages 7+ (including families) are invited to go head to head at this fall's competition
The Southborough Library is organizing another “Puzzle Competition” in two weeks. Pre-registration is required for the free event. Read the full article → from Puzzle Competition at the Library
SPD Warning about area car break-ins & seeking ID of motorcycle driver
Over the past day, Southborough Police issued two, unrelated alerts. One warns residents to lock vehicles and secure items. The other seeks help IDing a person "in relation to" an incident last month.
This morning, the Southborough Police Department issued a public warning about a rash of vehicle break-ins in surrounding towns that should prompt residents to be more careful about their cars and valuables.
And yesterday evening, the SPD issued an unrelated request for help, identifying the motorcycle operator in photos they posted. Read the full article → from SPD Warning about area car break-ins & seeking ID of motorcycle driver