Yesterday, the Planning Board received the “100%” plans for the Park Central Site Plan Review. In last night’s hearing, the board and developer agreed to extend the application deadline and continue the hearing to September 19th. But it took more than a half hour of tense debate and an off camera consultation with attorneys to come to the agreement. Read the full article → from Park Central developer pushing for Planning Board site plan approval on September 19th
Roundup: Current and former community members pursue their passions
Some stories I missed in the media recently take a look at the careers of three current and former Southborough residents/students. Each is pursuing a passion. Read the full article → from Roundup: Current and former community members pursue their passions
Community support for owners of house lost in fire (Updated)
Over the weekend, Southborough’s White-Koltz family lost their house to a fire. Neighbors immediately began rallying to help the couple. Now they are sharing how others in the community can pitch in. And the homeowners are sharing their immense gratitude. Read the full article → from Community support for owners of house lost in fire (Updated)
Summer concert series wraps up season with Blackstone Valley Bluegrass this Thursday
Don’t miss the last summer concert series of the season – Blackstone Valley Bluegrass will take center stage on Thursday. Read the full article → from Summer concert series wraps up season with Blackstone Valley Bluegrass this Thursday
Lead tests in district: Two bubblers being replaced in Northborough; Southborough and Algonquin still undergoing testing
Superintendent Christine Johnson sent out a “One Call” notice to parents of students in the Northborough – Southborough schools last week. She alerted that two water bubblers are being replaced in a Northborough school as a result of recent lead tests. Read the full article → from Lead tests in district: Two bubblers being replaced in Northborough; Southborough and Algonquin still undergoing testing
Events this week: Legos, Mime, Teen Crafternoon, Summer Concert and Full Moon Potluck
Here are some highlights of events in and around Southborough this week. Read the full article → from Events this week: Legos, Mime, Teen Crafternoon, Summer Concert and Full Moon Potluck
The week in government: Park Central tonight & Wednesday; Planning to discuss Main St
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: Park Central tonight & Wednesday; Planning to discuss Main St
Fire consumes 2-story house; lightening likely to blame
By the time emergency personnel were alerted to a house on fire in Southborough this morning, it was too late to save it. Read the full article → from Fire consumes 2-story house; lightening likely to blame
Southborough’s historic roots in industry
The Southborough Historical Society posted more fascinating information about our Town roots. This time, the focus was on “When Southborough was a Mill Town.” Read the full article → from Southborough’s historic roots in industry
Algonquin back in Newsweek top 500
Newsweek published its annual list of top 500 high schools. Algonquin Regional High School was ranked #129 for the nation. Read the full article → from Algonquin back in Newsweek top 500
More info on wrong-way Mass Pike crash
State police have revealed more details on the crash that took place Monday night in Southborough on the MassPike. Read the full article → from More info on wrong-way Mass Pike crash
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
Reminder: 25th Annual Falconi Golf Outing is September 19th
The 25th Annual Falconi Family Memorial Golf Outing takes place on Monday, September 19. Read the full article → from Reminder: 25th Annual Falconi Golf Outing is September 19th
NECC new institute ribbon cutting – October 17
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 NECC new institute ribbon cutting – October 17