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Complete the 2025 Southborough Resident “Satisfaction” survey

The Town is seeking important feedback from residents by December 31st. Input could impact decisions made for Town budgets, and Articles brought to Town Meeting voters.

by Beth Melo on

Let Town officials know how you feel about services and resources, and what you would like to see prioritized. Plus, weigh in on whether/how the town should review government structure (Town Meeting, elected vs. appointed board roles, etc.) Read the full article → from Complete the 2025 Southborough Resident “Satisfaction” survey

Developers hope to build 60 rental units on Southville Road

The two 3 story buildings would exceed what voters were told was viable on the undeveloped 4 acre parcel

by Beth Melo on

In this week’s Planning Board meeting, members heard from developers proposing the first large development under Southborough’s MBTA Communities Zoning bylaw voters passed last fall. Read the full article → from Developers hope to build 60 rental units on Southville Road

Reminder: Register your holiday lights/outdoor decor by Monday

Rec is holding a 2nd annual House Decorating contest and asking community to provide info for a map of "festive houses" worth driving by

by Beth Melo on

I’m reminding readers that this Monday is the deadline to put your home on the decorated homes map. Even if you don’t think you’d win a contest — If you invested time (or money) in putting up a display that you’re proud of, make sure community members know where to find you!

And if you think you may have an award-worth display, make sure to register in time to win those bragging rights and a prize. Read the full article → from Reminder: Register your holiday lights/outdoor decor by Monday

Sip (mocktails) & Shop downtown next week — Dec 18 (Updated)

Cocktails are off the menu, but the event will go on

by Beth Melo on

A downtown business is promoting a holiday shopping event including “Festive sips” and “Cozy bites”.

A week from tomorrow, Apothecary Artists is holding another special shopping event. This one is marketed as a “Sip & Shop”. In addition to supporting local artists and vendors, the event will include a fundraiser for a local woman recovering from a major surgery. Read the full article → from Sip (mocktails) & Shop downtown next week — Dec 18 (Updated)

School Building Update: Special Town Meeting in March on Study Options and Neary Roof

by Beth Melo on

The Select Board plans to ask Southborough voters to approve funding 1-3 Feasibility Studies for a school renovation or addition, plus urgently needed work on the Neary School roof.

The ask will be presented at a Special Town Meeting, tentatively scheduled for Saturday, March 7th. If the expense is high enough, Town election voters may also need to approve a ballot measure in May. Read the full article → from School Building Update: Special Town Meeting in March on Study Options and Neary Roof

Therapy Dog & Read to a Dog at Library — Dec 18th

by Beth Melo on

This time of year can be stressful. If you need a little canine companionship, and you don’t have a pup of your own, the Southborough Library wants to help.

Save the date for the library’s next “Therapy Dog” session. The session is (not coincidentally) followed by an opportunity for some kids to read to a dog. Read the full article → from Therapy Dog & Read to a Dog at Library — Dec 18th

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