A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (5/27-6/1/14): Main Street stakeholders and public comment, and Park Central hearing at ZBA
Photo Gallery: Memorial Day Observences 2014
I was out of town for yesterday morning’s Memorial Day ceremony. Fortunately, reader Rachel Truman shared some beautiful photos from the event. Read the full article → from Photo Gallery: Memorial Day Observences 2014
School Committee plans to increase iPad use in all grades (and possibly at home)
Earlier this month, the Southborough School Committee discussed their technology goals for the schools. The committee made it clear that they hope to increase the use of iPads in all grades. Read the full article → from School Committee plans to increase iPad use in all grades (and possibly at home)
This week in sports (5/26 – 5/31/14)
Here’s what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from This week in sports (5/26 – 5/31/14)
Memorial Day observances this weekend
Here is the information you need to observe Memorial Day in Southborough. Events begin with the annual flag placement in the rural cemetery Friday night. Read the full article → from Memorial Day observances this weekend
Perfect outings rain or shine: Library museum and park passes
One of the most underutilized great resources our town offers is the Southborough Library’s 11 museum and park passes. Read the full article → from Perfect outings rain or shine: Library museum and park passes
School Committee plans increased cooperation, defends dialogue policy
Two days after last week’s election, the Southborough School Committee met. Members addressed issues of dialogue and cooperation raised by candidate Tim Martel during the election campaign. Read the full article → from School Committee plans increased cooperation, defends dialogue policy
Remembering those who still serve (plus a short “children’s book blog”)
A reader pointed out a prayer of support for military and their families. The source, a children’s book inspired me to share more stories on the subject. Read the full article → from Remembering those who still serve (plus a short “children’s book blog”)
Safety warning roundup: Lightning, grilling, and swimming
I’ve had a few requests to share safety warnings. These all seem appropriate either for both today’s weather and Memorial Day weekend. Read the full article → from Safety warning roundup: Lightning, grilling, and swimming
Register for Fall soccer now – June 5 deadline and evaluations in process
September seems eons away. But it isn’t that long for the organizers of youth soccer teams. They need families to start registering now for league play in the fall. Read the full article → from Register for Fall soccer now – June 5 deadline and evaluations in process
MWDN updates on town controversies: Advisory on layoff; former ZBA chief on handling of Park Central
The Metrowest Daily News has posted two new stories related to ongoing controversies in town government. Read the full article → from MWDN updates on town controversies: Advisory on layoff; former ZBA chief on handling of Park Central
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
Open discussion thread: Ask questions, share opinions
The open discussion thread is your place to ask questions, sound off on town issues, or share information with other readers. Read the full article → from Open discussion thread: Ask questions, share opinions
Reminder: Dog licenses deadline is May 31st
If you own a dog in Southborough and it’s more than six months old, you need to get a license for it each year. Licenses for the past year expired. New licenses can be purchased by May 31st. Read the full article → from Reminder: Dog licenses deadline is May 31st