I’m updating on the storm impacts in Southborough including closures and schedule changes. Read the full article → from Snow impact updates
Around 7:30 am this morning, the Southborough Police Department posted about the dangerous whiteout conditions caused by today’s storm. It included the request/warning: “If you do not need to be on the road, please stay home! If you do not have an AWD or 4WD vehicle- you will not be able to make it to your destination.”
The posts included more details, warnings, and safety tips for those who need to travel. Read the full article → from SPD asking people to stay home due to white out conditions
By now, everyone should be aware of the 18-24″ of snow headed our way starting tonight, Sunday, February, 22nd.
That’s combined with high winds that will likely mean some power outages. And since the storm is hitting a huge region, restoration times could be slow.
Unsurprisingly, public schools will be closed on Monday. Read the full article → from Storm Warning & No School: February 23, 2026
The announcement has already gone out this afternoon. Southborough and Northborough will not have public school tomorrow (Monday). The same is true for Assabet Valley Regional Tech High School. Read the full article → from Snow Day Tomorrow: Monday, January 26, 2026 (Updated)
To help ensure that readers are prepared to brace for what’s coming our way, I wanted to share some local safety info and links, plus add a key detail that I neglected to include with yesterday’s post. Read the full article → from Prepare for 12-18″ of snow, longer term chill, and hydrants that need clearing
The National Weather Service’s latest updates for this Sunday’s storm show an 80-90% chance that Southborough will experience “Major Impacts” and times when driving is “Dangerous or impossible”.
NWS warns to avoid travel and expect potential “Widespread closures and disruptions to infrastructure”. Read the full article → from Prepare for snow storm with “Major Impacts” on Sunday (Updated)
The high winds have led to outages across town, impacting traffic lights, and at least two “impassible” roadways. Read the full article → from Winds cause outages and blocked roadways
The National Weather service’s “Winter Weather Advisory” for Southborough is a messy one. This morning’s snow is expected to turn to rain, then back to snow, with overlaps and a spot of freezing rain and sleet. Read the full article → from Sloppy, uncertain forecast for 1-4″ of snow mixed with rain (Updated)
After more people tested positive for West Nile virus (bringing the state total to four), the state reclassified risk categories for the mosquito borne illness. The updated map designates Southborough as a high risk community.
Read the full article → from West Nile virus risk increased to high for Southborough and region
This week, a woman from Middlesex County tested positive for West Nivel Virus. Earlier this summer, the Southborough Health Department issued a warning about mosquitos tested positive for West Nile Virus in Southborough. Southborough’s “Moderate Risk” status hasn’t changed since I shared the news, but there have been changes in the region. Since many athletes in youth or high school sports travel to away games, I’m providing readers with an update. Read the full article → from West Nile Virus risk is still “Moderate” in town, but there are high risk communities to the north/east
Last week, the Southborough Health Department issued a warning about mosquitos tested positive for West Nile Virus in Southborough. The risk for our town and region is currently assessed as “Moderate”. Read the full article → from West Nile Virus risk is “Moderate” in Southborough
Although the health risks mosquitos pose are still low in Southborough, residents should take actions to protect themselves (and be aware of regions where risks are higher.) Read the full article → from Mosquito update
Although the health risks mosquitos pose are still low in Southborough, residents should take actions to protect themselves (and be aware of regions where risks are higher.) Read the full article → from Mosquito warning: West Nile Virus detected in Southborough sample
The Southborough Police Department is issuing a warning after a Black Bear was spotted on in Southborough, ” in various locations on the South side of town (Hopkinton/Ashland border). Read the full article → from SPD: Black Bear alert