This Tuesday is the primary for the special election for U.S. Representative for Massachusetts’ 5th District. The seat is currently held by now-Senator Ed Markey. The town shared information for precinct 2 voters on where to go. Read the full article → from Special Primary on Tuesday, October 15
A round-up of press releases from Representave Dykema and Senator Eldridge. Read the full article → from Roundup of news from the State House
The Commonwealth’s Executive Office of Labor and Development announced its new round of matching workforce training grants. One of the 37 grant recipients, Kaz USA, Inc., is headquartered in Southborough. Read the full article → from Southborough business granted funds to train and hire workers
When parents spoke to the School Committee about the Neary iPad Pilot last night, they were invited to another forum. Read the full article → from Neary iPad Pilot forum to be held October 30: Parents of K-4 students encouraged to attend (Updated – again)
Southborough Youth and Family Services is already working on the annual Holiday Giving Program. Here is information on how you can participate this year. Read the full article → from It’s not to early to talk about the Holiday Giving Program
What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week in Southborough
As you’re out and about running errands, over the next week, consider picking up a few items to donate to the upcoming troop drive. You can see a list of requested items in this flyer. Monetary donations are also welcomed, as are cards for the troops to thank them for their service. Read the full article → from Troop drive October 19-20 honors Southborough family’s sacrifice (Updated)
The 15th Annual Light Up Southborough takes place this Sunday night, October 13. If you plan to contribute, where do you buy your pumpkins? Read the full article → from Where will you get your pumpkin for the wall?
The MBTA is soliciting feedback from businesses and commuters. If Southborough commuters want their needs met, this is the time to speak up. Read the full article → from A chance to improve Southborough’s commuter rail schedule
Pilgrim Church will host the 35th annual Messiah concert this December. Rehearsals for the traditional concert start later this month, and the Messiah Community Chorus has put out a call for for singers to join them. Read the full article → from Singers invited to join Messiah chorus for 35th annual concert
The latest logs from the Southborough Fire Department. Read the full article → from Southborough fire logs (10/1/13-10/7/13)
The New England Author Series at the Southborough Library shed light on what’s involved in writing and publishing a book this fall. Read the full article → from How can you become a published author? New library series helps solve the mystery
Some community organizations have shared their plans for Heritage Day. If you will be out on the field on Monday, be sure to swing by their booths. Read the full article → from Heritage Day: Community booths offering fun for kids, prizes, life-saving information, and yummy treats for good causes
n case you didn’t make it to last night’s Special Town Meeting (and judging by the turnout, you probably didn’t), here’s my recap. Read the full article → from Wrap up of Monday night’s Special Town meeting: Postponed votes on Marijuana and Barn Hollow