Above: The week’s highlights include library programs for a range of ages (images from cropped flyers, Facebook post and generated image)
Here are highlights of what’s happening around (or related to) our town next week.
Apothecary Artists and Gallery is inviting artists to submit artwork to include in a juried exhibit “inspired by the beauty and vitality of native plants and native pollinators.” Read the full article → from Call for Art celebrating “Native Plants and Pollinators” ends Sunday
I’m sharing some news, and related history, that I wish I’d had in time to share last week. But for those still in the mood to celebrate the semiquincentennial . . Read the full article → from Town gifted handprinted replica of Declaration of Independence
Yesterday, the T&G reported that Eathan Renteria — the victim of an April 2024 deadly shooting in Worcester — had graduated from Algonquin Regional High School less than a year prior. (His link to Algonquin doesn’t appear to have been publicly reported at the time.)
The Telegram reports that two men have been indicted for the murder. Read the full article → from Two men charged with murdering ARHS Class of ’23 alum in 2024
Yesterday morning, the Southborough Police Department posted a press release about an incident involving a driver alleged to have swerved dangerously close to hitting an officer on the side of Route 9.
The driver isn’t accused of intentionally attempting to hit the officer. Instead, the allegation is that the ” very dangerous” driver was under the influence of drugs and driving erratically and recklessly. Read the full article → from SPD charges driver for OUI and drug possession after he allegedly “nearly struck an officer”
On Tuesday night, the Stewardship Committee’s chair publicly expressed their frustration that the Select Board reneged on a promise to readdress this week an issue it created three weeks ago.
Apparently, the board plans to now wait until their August 11th meeting to discuss whether to adjust Stewardships charge to allow a longtime member to continue her service. Read the full article → from Select Board puts off dealing with Stewardship Committee problem it created (Updated)
Next week, a very “high energy” band will entertain on Neary’s outdoor stage. It will be the first of two concert in Southborough’s 2026 Summer Concert series. Read the full article → from Summer Concert: Disco Lemonade next Thursday
What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week in Southborough
I’m reminding readers about a fun challenge — with sweet prizes — that incentivizes the community to get outside and exploring many of the open spaces preserved by Southborough Open Land Foundation. Read the full article → from “Connecting with SOLF!” Puzzle Challenge ends July 25th
Last night, the Select Board unanimously voted to increase the permit fees for the Transfer Station Stickers for the coming season, which starts on September 15th. The biggest percentage increase was to the still-steeply-discounted stickers for residents ages 65+. Read the full article → from Transfer Station fees going up and rules re-examined (Updated)
Some of the items patrons can check out of the Southborough Library include fun, educational and practical resources. Read the full article → from Make the most of the library’s “More than Books” collection
Last night, the Southborough Fire Chief publicly honored members of his department for their rescue efforts during emergencies that made recent headlines.
SFD’s William Kipp was awarded a Firefighter Cross, and was among both groups of firefighters to receive Unit Citations. Read the full article → from SFD honors firefighters for recent actions
If listening to the downpour out your window is bringing you down — try to focus on sunny thoughts about this Thursday night. That’s when Southborough Recreation will put on the first of its Summer Block parties. Fortunately, the forecast is pretty good for it. Read the full article → from Summer Block Party on Thursday
I’m overdue in sharing the goals that the Select Board has posted for the year. These are the tasks that members are prioritizing to accomplish (or at least make progress on) before the end of next June. They include continued efforts for better “Financial Planning”, and “Community Engagement, Transparency & Communications”. The board will continue Read the full article → from Select Board’s goals for this year (FY27)