The Town has announced that starting this Monday the Building Department will no longer be at Town Hall. Read the full article → from Building and Zoning moved to Cordaville Hall
Building and Zoning moved to Cordaville Hall
Main Street debate continues; Vote on Tuesday night requires 2/3 to pass
Last night, Town officials walked residents through the Main Street Reconstruction project and answered questions. They explained why the road requires deep repairs to its sub base. They defined the alternatives. And they tried to debunk the idea that there may be lower cost alternatives not acknowledged.
Most commenters spoke on behalf of the project and the need to rally support. But one provided another preview of challenges that supporters face on Tuesday night. Read the full article → from Main Street debate continues; Vote on Tuesday night requires 2/3 to pass
Assabet Open House (and homecoming) this Saturday
Tomorrow (Saturday, October 15th), is Homecoming for Aztec teams at Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School. They are using the festivities as a welcome for prospective students. Read the full article → from Assabet Open House (and homecoming) this Saturday
Reminder: NECC new institute ribbon cutting – October 17 (with former Gov. Dukakis)
The New England Center for Children announced completion of a $10.9 million capital campaign to open the new John and Diane Kim Autism Institute. Read the full article → from Reminder: NECC new institute ribbon cutting – October 17 (with former Gov. Dukakis)
District invites parents considering preschool options to their open houses
Parents are invited to open houses in Southborough this month, and one in Northborough next month. Read the full article → from District invites parents considering preschool options to their open houses
“Library after Hours” Old Fashioned Covered Dish Dinner – October 24 (Updated)
The Friends of the Southborough Library are holding a special fundraiser this month. The Old Fashioned Covered Dish Dinner will take place after Library hours on Monday, October 24th. Read the full article → from “Library after Hours” Old Fashioned Covered Dish Dinner – October 24 (Updated)
On the market this week in Southborough (Updated)
What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week in Southborough (Updated)
Photos: Rainy Sunday at Chestnut Hill Farm
Spirits were high at the Farm Festival despite the rain. Here are some beautiful shots of the day’s fun. Read the full article → from Photos: Rainy Sunday at Chestnut Hill Farm
SWL: Park Central developer seeking to dismiss Planning Board appeal (and sanction costs)
Park Central’s developer is asking the court to dismiss an appeal by the Planning Board. Some of the details in the appeal are worth noting. Read the full article → from SWL: Park Central developer seeking to dismiss Planning Board appeal (and sanction costs)
Teens look to provide charitable grants for programs incorporating “youth voices” – apply by November 1
The Greater Worcester Community Foundation’s teen grant-making committee is now accepting applications. The Youth for Community Improvement is looking to support access to food, youth engagement, and neighborhood enrichment in the Greater Worcester area. Southborough organizations are welcome to apply. Read the full article → from Teens look to provide charitable grants for programs incorporating “youth voices” – apply by November 1
Town Meeting: Article 6 seeks to put zoning use decisions back in the hands of voters
Next Tuesday night’s Special Town Meeting isn’t just about Main Street. One of the Articles on the Warrant asks residents to remove Use Variance language from the Town’s zoning code. Read the full article → from Town Meeting: Article 6 seeks to put zoning use decisions back in the hands of voters
Photo Gallery: Heritage Day 2016
A glimpse of Southborough’s Heritage Day activities. Read the full article → from Photo Gallery: Heritage Day 2016
Southborough man convicted of raping girl
According to the Telegram, Robert A. Cerqua of Southborough was convicted and sentenced to 12-15 years in prison, followed by 10 years of probation for sexually assaulting a child over several years. Read the full article → from Southborough man convicted of raping girl
Singers invited to join Messiah chorus annual concert – rehearsals begin Thursday
Pilgrim Church will host the 38th annual Messiah concert this December. Rehearsals for the traditional concert start later this month, and the Messiah Community Chorus has put out the call for for singers to join them. Read the full article → from Singers invited to join Messiah chorus annual concert – rehearsals begin Thursday