Here is the latest round of videos from local media and the schools. Read the full article → from Videos: Common Core, Author Kirk Westphal, Pops Night, and Summer Concert (Updated)
Guarding our homes this summer

The Southborough Police Department allows vacationing residents to request periodic checks on their homes. They also ask the community to report suspicious activity. Read the full article → from Guarding our homes this summer
Senior Center closed until August 3

The Southborough Senior Center is closed for renovations longer than expected. With that comes some adjustments to the program schedule. Read the full article → from Senior Center closed until August 3
Photos: “4th of July” parade

The Southborough Library held its annual kids parade last Thursday. Read the full article → from Photos: “4th of July” parade
The week in government: Historical and Advisory look at public safety building project

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: Historical and Advisory look at public safety building project
Obituary: Robert Francis Levangie, 77
Robert Francis Levangie, 77, of Southborough died peacefully at his home on Saturday, July 4, 2015 after a lengthy illness. Read the full article → from Obituary: Robert Francis Levangie, 77
Obituary: Alma Leola “Lee” (White) Vanni, 81
Alma Leola “Lee” (White) Vanni, 81, a Southborough resident for over 60 years, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, June 29, 2015. Read the full article → from Obituary: Alma Leola “Lee” (White) Vanni, 81
Events this week: Crafts, poetry writing, animal visitors, backyard movie and outdoor concert

Here are some highlights of events in and around Southborough this week. Read the full article → from Events this week: Crafts, poetry writing, animal visitors, backyard movie and outdoor concert
4th of July hours in Southborough

A look at what’s open and closed in town for the 4th of July holiday. Read the full article → from 4th of July hours in Southborough
Superintendent impresses school committees
Superintendent Christine Johnson received her first annual performance review this June. Read the full article → from Superintendent impresses school committees
Poetry Workshops throughout the summer

Aspiring poets should head to the Southborough Library this summer to learn and try new techniques. Read the full article → from Poetry Workshops throughout the summer
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
Summer Concert Series continues on July 9th

The next performance in the Summer Concert Series is scheduled for Thursday of next week, July 9. Read the full article → from Summer Concert Series continues on July 9th
Combined School Committee addresses criticism and community concerns
Earlier this month, district school committee members addressed parents’ concerns about members’ knowledge of Common Core issues. They also addressed criticism about committees’ communications with the community. Read the full article → from Combined School Committee addresses criticism and community concerns