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MBTA holding virtual meeting tonight on proposed service reductions to our region

November 10, 2020 10:11:54 AM
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Yesterday, the MBTA announced proposed service reductions, including to the Commuter Rail, due to decreased ridership. Tonight, the public is invited to take part in a virtual meeting for our region.

I’m sharing more detail on the impact to Southborough’s rail service and relevant links.

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Master Plan Committee and state legislators to discuss transportation issues/opportunities – January 15

January 7, 2020 11:01:30 AM
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A week from Wednesday, the Master Plan Committee will discuss the impact on Southborough of regional and state transportation issues and opportunities.

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Business Roundup: Reverse commuting by commuter line, borderline business news, and blurring the line between Southborough and Boston

July 8, 2019 04:08:12 PM
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A few recent business stories reported by local media have direct relevance to Southborough. Residents may have overlooked them since their headlines focused on nearby cities. So, I’m rounding them up.

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Town briefs: Town House/Pilgrim church lot repaving, MBTA reminder, and Water report (Updated)

June 25, 2019 05:22:00 PM

The Town has posted a few alerts this week worth sharing. I’m rounding them up.

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Legislative update: MBTA task list, Tree clearing on MassPike, parity on Ashland fire station funding, progressive taxes, coffee hour, and more

April 9, 2019 03:41:36 PM
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Rounding up news based on updates and news stories about state legislators’ efforts for our town.

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Southborough MBTA commuters to see 50% hike in parking

June 25, 2018 01:19:21 PM
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It’s about to get more expensive to commute by rail from Southborough.

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MBTA rock drilling this weekend along the tracks

May 30, 2018 04:30:35 PM
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Today, the MBTA shared their latest news on work being done along the Commuter Rail line in Southborough. Unfortunately for those of you who live near the Commuter Rail line it sounds like it’s going to be a noisy weekend.

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Night work along Commuter Rail Line to begin

May 21, 2018 02:30:00 PM
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As part of a required infrastructure upgrade to the MBTA, the state will be working on the Commuter Rail line at nights. Work on the Worcester line is anticipated to start this week. The dates impacting our Town aren’t clear.

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Interrupted train services on weekends this summer starting May 26; free shuttles to cover gaps

May 8, 2018 09:54:04 AM
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Work on the commuter rail line through Southborough will interfere with weekend service this spring and summer.

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Police logs: Car reported vandalized in MBTA lot

October 11, 2017 08:21:21 AM
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The latest log from Southborough Police Department.

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Commuter rail news: Fare increase and hope for reduced delays this summer

June 27, 2016 11:22:16 AM
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Southborough Wicked Local recently covered commuter woes on the Worcester-Framingham train line.

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Transportation news: MassPike tolls, train fare & schedule, and Boroughs’ “Last Mile Connection”

January 12, 2016 12:35:59 PM
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If you are a resident, you may be concerned about news related to commuting elsewhere by rail or Mass Pike. If you own an area business (or are encouraging local development), you’re likely more worried about commuting within our local hub.

Recent announcements cover it all.

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Commuter rail: Fitzgerald’s lot approved (almost); legislators pushing for MBTA improvements

October 6, 2015 11:31:50 AM
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Last night, the Planning Board voted in favor of Fitzgerald’s Store’s plan to develop a parking lot for commuters. Meanwhile, legislators are continuing to pursue improvements to the MBTA stop.

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Commuter rail parking: Public invited to comment on MBTA parking issues; Fitzgerald’s vote continued

September 23, 2015 11:30:00 AM
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Monday night, a representative for Fitzgerald’s updated the Planning Board on their plans for a proposed pay-lot for commuters. Town Planner Jennifer Burney took advantage of the audience to make an announcement about the MBTA’s lot.

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