Ann L. (Petrie) Mathes, 81, of Southborough, died Monday, September 7, 2026, at her home in Southborough surrounded by her children. Read the full article →
Obituary: Ann L. (Petrie) Mathes, 81
“Good Neighbor Day” Open House at the Library — September 26th
The Friends of the Library are hosting an open house to encourage community connection!
The community is invited to a open house at the Southborough Library, the afternoon of Saturday, September 26th.
Whether you’re looking to make more friendly connections, or to support efforts to foster a sense of community in town — join us! Read the full article → from “Good Neighbor Day” Open House at the Library — September 26th
Library programs for babies through 5th grade starting up again
The Library is resuming its school year season programs including story times with crafts, songs & rhymes for little ones, reading to dogs, and youth book clubs.
Whether you have a baby just beginning to show interest in songs, preschoolers ready to sit through a story and enjoy some crafts, or early readers who’d like a furry buddy to listen, the Southborough Library has something to offer. Read the full article → from Library programs for babies through 5th grade starting up again
Intro to Robotics through the library for grades 4-7
Four themed hands-on events will introduce kids to aspects of robotics and engineering.
The Southborough library is offering bi-weekly Introduction to Robotics & Engineering lessons for kids in grades 4-7 this fall. The free program is led by a local high school student. Read the full article → from Intro to Robotics through the library for grades 4-7
Apothecary Artists exhibit their own works — Friday
The downtown studio, Apothecary Artists, is hosting another art reception this Friday night. For the first time in three years, the three studio owners will exhibit their works together. Read the full article → from Apothecary Artists exhibit their own works — Friday
Reminder: Transfer Station Stickers expire Tuesday
Next week, you’ll need a new sticker on your windshield to use the Transfer Station. Read the full article → from Reminder: Transfer Station Stickers expire Tuesday
Crafting at the Library for tweens & teens
The Library is holding more free opportunities for older kids to use their creativity this month and next. Read the full article → from Crafting at the Library for tweens & teens
The week in ARHS sports
Let the games begin!
Highlights from last week’s competitions and what’s on tap this week in Algonquin Regional High School varsity sports. Read the full article → from The week in ARHS sports
The week in government
School Committee and more
Here is a selection of the committee and board meetings for the week along with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government
Events this week
Live Music, Senior Center Program Registration, Woodward Picnic, Yoga on the Trails, Cub Scout info session, Closing Ceremony for Art on the Trails, and more
Here are highlights of what’s happening around (or related to) our town this weekend through next. Read the full article → from Events this week
Sign up Tuesday morning for Senior Center programs
I just realized this afternoon that registration for the September and October programs at the Senior Center opens this Tuesday. Read the full article → from Sign up Tuesday morning for Senior Center programs
Art on the Trails closes with poetic ceremony on September 13th
If you haven’t walked Art on the Trails yet this summer, time is running out. The annual closing ceremony takes place a week from Sunday. As usual, the closing ceremony will feature poetry. Read the full article → from Art on the Trails closes with poetic ceremony on September 13th
Craft Swap at the Library — September 19th
You can start dropping off craft supplies (that meet criteria) on September 12th.
The Southborough Library is hosting a public “Craft Swap” in two weeks. But you don’t actually to make an actual swap to participate. Read the full article → from Craft Swap at the Library — September 19th
Former Deputy Town Clerk appointed as Interim Town Clerk
Effective October 1st, Amy Berry will act as Southborough's Town Clerk until the next election in May.
This morning, the Select Board appointed the successor to Town Clerk Jim Hegarty when he retires on September 30th. His former Deputy Town Clerk will take the interim role until — at least — May 11th 2026. Read the full article → from Former Deputy Town Clerk appointed as Interim Town Clerk