The virtual author talk series offered through the Southborough Library has ramped up for summer reading. Not only are there more frequent talks in July, but many are targeted to kids on school break (Pre-K through high school). Read the full article → from Virtual Author Talks for kids, teens, and adults
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 (Updated)
Josephine M. Pessini, 93, of Fayville, died Thursday, July 3, 2025, at St. Patrick’s Manor in Framingham. Read the full article → from Obituary: Josephine Pessini, 93
Charles E. Gobron, 81, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2025. Read the full article → from Obituary: Charles Edward Gobron
Here are highlights of what’s happening around (or related to) our town this weekend through next weekend. Plus, a quick look at the greater region over the holiday weekend. Read the full article → from Events this week (Updated)
If you like fresh blueberries, and enjoy doing the picking yourself, it’s time to look at the local options. And if that fruit’s not your jam, maybe another crop is. Read the full article → from Where to pick fruit this summer
What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week in Southborough
If you’re looking for something to do in town during daylight hours (alone or with family/friends), this month is a great time to explore the trails at Beals Preserve. I’m sharing an update, with a focus on organizers’ annual Call for Poetry. Read the full article → from Art on the Trails beckons; Inspired poetry due July 31st
It is with deep sorrow and eternal love that we honor the passing of Chester “Chet” Fredrick Jacobson from Southborough. Read the full article → from Obituary: Chester “Chet” Fredrick Jacobson, 93
Last night, the majority of the Select Board voted to appoint five “at-large” members to the PreK-8 School Building Committee.
At this point 8 of 9 seats have been appointed (and there’s news on who won’t be continuing in the 9th seat). While critics of the new process didn’t entirely get their way, it appears there will be almost no overlap with the prior committee. Read the full article → from Appointments made to new, expanded PreK-8 building committee
Southborough Recreation is again embracing National Parks & Recreation Month by putting on a series of free community events throughout July. Read the full article → from Celebrate Parks & Rec Month (Updated-Again)
Southborough Recreation is promoting a weekly running club in July, starting tomorrow morning. Read the full article → from Running Club – Thursday mornings this month
A reader shared an unusual horizon that he captured around sunset last night, following a rainstorm. Read the full article → from Photo: Unusual Sunset Rainbow
The Community Advocate covered the Superintendent’s Performance Review discussion and raise. While I’m sharing that story, I’ll also update on the appointment of a new Director for Student Support Services. Read the full article → from NSBORO Schools Leadership Updates