A subcommittee created by the Planning Board in an effort to find middle ground on a controversial zoning proposal, met for the first time last night. An account in today’s Metrowest Daily News suggests some progress was made. Read the full article → from MWDN: Sides begin compromise on controversial Southborough zoning measure
Southborough police logs (3/22/13 – 3/27/13): Couple tries to flee the scene after traffic stop
The latest logs from the Southborough Police Department. Read the full article → from Southborough police logs (3/22/13 – 3/27/13): Couple tries to flee the scene after traffic stop
On the market this week

What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week
Southborough Library Genealogy Club explores census and beyond – Thursday, March 28
On Thursday, March 28, at 7:00 p.m., Seema-Jayne Kenney will speak at the Southborough Library, on what to do after you’ve found your ancestors in the U.S. Census. Learn specific tools and tips for digging out family history information. Read the full article → from Southborough Library Genealogy Club explores census and beyond – Thursday, March 28
Do you know when Town Meeting is?

Southborough’s Annual Town meeting is less than two weeks away. If it’s not marked on your family calendar yet, now is the time to add it in and start making arrangements to be there. Read the full article → from Do you know when Town Meeting is?
Selectmen ratify new three-year contract for police officers
The Board of Selectmen announced at their meeting last night they have reached a “fair and equitable” agreement with the police union on a new 3-year contract. The agreement marks the end of negotiations on the second of four municipal contracts set to expire later this year. Read the full article → from Selectmen ratify new three-year contract for police officers
Only one contested race this year
The deadline for filing nomination papers to run for town office has come and gone. The good news is there is a candidate for each available spot. The not-so-good news is there is only one contested race this year. Read the full article → from Only one contested race this year
Southborough fire logs (3/19/13 – 3/25/13)
The latest logs from the Southborough Fire Department. Read the full article → from Southborough fire logs (3/19/13 – 3/25/13)
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
Save the date: Wingo Night at Woodward – Friday, April 5
Mark your calendars for this fun annual family event that helps raise funds for the Woodward SOS. Read the full article → from Save the date: Wingo Night at Woodward – Friday, April 5
Planning Board subcommittee to meet on Wednesday
Many of you were left with questions last week after the Planning Board voted to create a subcommittee charged with reviewing specific portions of a zoning code overhaul that will come before voters next fall. In particular, some of you asked whether the subcommittee would be required to meet in public and comply with the state’s Open Meeting law. Read the full article → from Planning Board subcommittee to meet on Wednesday
Southborough Recreation sponsors Portraits in Silhouette event

Southborough Recreation has teamed up with local artist Jean Comerford to offer silhouette cuttings. They make great Mother’s Day gifts or special keepsakes for the ones you love. Read the full article → from Southborough Recreation sponsors Portraits in Silhouette event
United Parishes of Southborough to host Easter sunrise service

The United Parishes of Southborough invite you to welcome Easter with a sunrise service at Hopkinton State Park on Sunday, March 31 Read the full article → from United Parishes of Southborough to host Easter sunrise service
At the Southborough Library this week (3/25/13 – 3/30/13): Kids book group, genealogy and more

Here’s what’s happening at the Southborough Library this week. Read the full article → from At the Southborough Library this week (3/25/13 – 3/30/13): Kids book group, genealogy and more