Southborough residents aged 60+ are invited to come out and play pickle ball this fall. Read the full article → from Seniors – learn to play pickle ball this fall
Seniors – learn to play pickle ball this fall
Update on Breakneck Hill (vandalism has caused setbacks) and an invite to learn more about the Conservation Land on Saturday
The Committee asked me to share an update on the 90 acres of conservation land property and an invitation to join them on a walk this Saturday. The update included unfortunate news about recent vandalism and theft of signs that has caused some setbacks. Read the full article → from Update on Breakneck Hill (vandalism has caused setbacks) and an invite to learn more about the Conservation Land on Saturday
Fayville Playground taking longer than expected: Play available in Oct/Nov; grand opening next spring
Southborough Recreation and Public Works heads teamed up with Southborough Access Media to give the public an update on the Fayville Playground rebuild. Read the full article → from Fayville Playground taking longer than expected: Play available in Oct/Nov; grand opening next spring
Student stress? There’s a class for that: SYFS offering stress management for K-12
Southborough Youth and Family Services is looking to help kids manage their stress. Read the full article → from Student stress? There’s a class for that: SYFS offering stress management for K-12
First Community Church sale – Saturday
This Saturday, First Community Church Sale is holding a fundraising sale. Read the full article → from First Community Church sale – Saturday
Obituary: Lena A. Carloni, 96
Lena A. Carloni, 96, a life long resident of Southborough died on Friday, September 15, 2017 at Marlborough Hospital after being stricken ill at home. Read the full article → from Obituary: Lena A. Carloni, 96
The week in government: Public Safety Building, Board of Selectmen and Combined and Regional School Committees
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: Public Safety Building, Board of Selectmen and Combined and Regional School Committees
Events this week: Parent Talks on children’s anxiety and talking about money and much more
Here are some highlights of events in and around Southborough this week. Read the full article → from Events this week: Parent Talks on children’s anxiety and talking about money and much more
This week in sports
Here’s what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from This week in sports
Yellow line on Flagg: Resident reaction and DPW response (driver feedback signs coming this fall)
A new yellow line down the center of Flagg Road blindsided residents and prompted some angry comments on the blog. Public Works explains the surprise move and upcoming measures to improve safety on the road. Read the full article → from Yellow line on Flagg: Resident reaction and DPW response (driver feedback signs coming this fall)
Attorney General denies complaint against Rooney
According to, Town Administrator Mark Purple an ethics complaint filed against former Selectman John Rooney has been denied. Read the full article → from Attorney General denies complaint against Rooney
What to do about school days off: Rec Fun Days in Northborough and Home Alone Safety classes
In case you missed noticing, there are some school holidays that are likely not work holidays for most parents, plus a few professional development days coming up. The first is this coming Thursday, September 21st (Rosh Hashannah). Read the full article → from What to do about school days off: Rec Fun Days in Northborough and Home Alone Safety classes
Selectmen to discuss chapter 61A parcel for sale (27.8 acres at south end of Deerfoot)
Two Chapter 61 parcels on Deerfoot Road are set to be sold. Selectmen will discuss rights and timeline to consider matching the $1.9 million price. Read the full article → from Selectmen to discuss chapter 61A parcel for sale (27.8 acres at south end of Deerfoot)
Transfer Station stickers: Today is deadline for “discount”; oversized stickers can be replaced
Tomorrow marks the last day that most residents can buy this year’s Transfer Station permits without an extra fee. And to accommodate last minute shoppers, the Town Clerk’s office is staying open until 5:00 pm today.
And, another year means another “sticking point”. Learn about this year’s sticker controversy. Read the full article → from Transfer Station stickers: Today is deadline for “discount”; oversized stickers can be replaced