The latest logs from the Southborough Fire Department. Read the full article → from Southborough fire logs (7/15-7/20/14): Accidents with injuries
Southborough fire logs (7/15-7/20/14): Accidents with injuries
Garfield House saved – for now
Breaking news on the story of the Garfield (a.k.a. Burnett) House. Earlier today I was informed via grapevine that the house closing did not go through on Friday. A statement on behalf of of the owners has now confirmed that. In addition, it states that they hope to save the house from demolition. According to Read the full article → from Garfield House saved – for now
Seniors: 23rd annual golf outing seeks donations; save the date
The Southborough Senior Center (SSC) is in need of sponsors and raffle prize donations for its 23rd annual Falconi Golf Outing. Read the full article → from Seniors: 23rd annual golf outing seeks donations; save the date
Economic “stewards” update town on their work; statistics on town’s economic growth (Updated)
An update from the EDC on their work as stewards of the town economy. And analysis of the town’s economy over the past 3 decades. Read the full article → from Economic “stewards” update town on their work; statistics on town’s economic growth (Updated)
Lacrosse: Boys team wins state and new Girls team seeks players grades 4-8
I received two announcements on Lacrosse news to share. One boasts the accomplishments of players in town. And one seeks to recruit players to a new team. Read the full article → from Lacrosse: Boys team wins state and new Girls team seeks players grades 4-8
“Herptiles” discovered at Beals Preserve
More than half of the 23 salamander species in Massachusetts have been identified at the Beals Preserve, as part of Southborough Open Land Foundation’s study.
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District among the minority choosing MCAS over PARCC testing for next year
According to Southborough Wicked Local approximately 60% of Mass. public schools have chosen to switch to the new pilot standardized test. Here’s why Southborough is in the minority. Read the full article → from District among the minority choosing MCAS over PARCC testing for next year
Events this week (7/22-7/27/14): Science for kids, summer concert, and community theater
Here are some highlights of events in and around Southborough this week. Read the full article → from Events this week (7/22-7/27/14): Science for kids, summer concert, and community theater
Library displays local artists oil paintings; Reception August 21
Southborough library will display Natick artist Rob Franco’s oil paintings of boats, ponies and New England wildlife from now until August. A reception will be held in August Read the full article → from Library displays local artists oil paintings; Reception August 21
Garfield House photo gallery
A Southborough Historical Society member provided a bounty of photos of the old Burnett (aka Garfield) house and estate. Read the full article → from Garfield House photo gallery
Obituary: Michael G. Anderson, 34
Michael G. Anderson, 34, of Southborough, formerly of Upton, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 13, 2014 at home. Read the full article → from Obituary: Michael G. Anderson, 34
Summer Concert Series: Bluegrass to blues to country to rock – Thursday, July 24
Southborough Youth & Family Services and Southborough Recreation Department are teaming up again to run their second Summer Music Series.
The goal is to produce family friendly entertainment while supporting an important cause. Read the full article → from Summer Concert Series: Bluegrass to blues to country to rock – Thursday, July 24
Favorite places: Running trails, routes in town, and places nearby
Runners seek a shady refuge from the summer heat with these favorite places. Read the full article → from Favorite places: Running trails, routes in town, and places nearby
Free soccer clinic – Friday, August 8
Children aged 6-14 are invited to participate in a free soccer clinic offered by Global Premier Soccer (GPS) at the Neary School soccer fields on Friday, August 8 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Registration required. Read the full article → from Free soccer clinic – Friday, August 8