My Southborough

Need for Volunteers: Conservation, Advisory, Tricentennial, EDC, Elementary School Building Committee, and more

Join a Town committee to help protect Town character, celebrate our history, shape future changes, "give back" to the community, and/or hone skills to further your career.

by Beth Melo on May 19, 2026

The Town is advertising its need for two new members on the Conservation Commission. While I’m sharing that news, I’ll highlight other committees with current vacancies, and ones that may soon have more. Read the full article →

Rotary Demonstrates Global Impact Through Science Education Initiative

by Beth Melo on May 19, 2026

The Rotary Club of Southborough asked me to share information on their ongoing initiative to provide “foldscopes” to schools in “underserved” countries. Read the full article → from Rotary Demonstrates Global Impact Through Science Education Initiative

Obituary: Rev. Conrad S. Pecevich, 76

by Beth Melo on May 19, 2026

[Editor’s Note: Apologies for the short notice on this morning’s funeral (and late notice on other services). I just learned about Father Conrad’s death from a reader. The funeral home lists his date of death as May 13, 2026.] Read the full article → from Obituary: Rev. Conrad S. Pecevich, 76

Memorial Day Observances

The traditional Flag replacement at the Rural Cemetery will take place Friday evening. The annual parade and ceremony are on Monday morning.

by Beth Melo on May 19, 2026

Here is the information you need to observe Memorial Day in Southborough. Events begin with the annual flag placement in the rural cemetery Friday night. Read the full article → from Memorial Day Observances

Letter: A Data Center: What does it mean for us

by guest on May 18, 2026

My Southborough accepts signed letters to the editor submitted by Southborough residents. Letters may be emailed to mysouthborough@gmail.com. Read the full article → from Letter: A Data Center: What does it mean for us

The week in ARHS sports

by Beth Melo on May 18, 2026

This is the final week of the regular season for most ARHS teams. For several of them, it’s a critical one. Read the full article → from The week in ARHS sports

The week in government

Select Board on support for regional One Stop Grant application, Neary Feasibility Study contract, and borrowing for RECC; Regional School Committee; Rec Forum on Fayville Park; and more

by Beth Melo on May 18, 2026

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 (Updated)

Southborough Gardeners Plant Sale, Downtown Market, Art Receptions, Night of Storytelling, Open Mic Night, Food Truck Festival, Go the Distance Awards, Mindful Art, Memorial Day Observances, and more

by Beth Melo on May 15, 2026

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 (Updated)

Support Cash4Camperships to Help Send a Kid to Camp

Make a direct donation to Friends of SYC to support camp scholarships for Southborough families in need (or take advantage of the voucher offer at the Food Truck Festival events)

by Beth Melo on May 15, 2026

The Southborough Rotary’s popular annual Food Truck Festival begins next week. Here are the details. Read the full article → from Support Cash4Camperships to Help Send a Kid to Camp

Encompass focus groups for parents of 6th-12th graders (Updated)

by Beth Melo on May 15, 2026

The “community coalition focused on preventing and reducing substance misuse in Northborough and Southborough” is asking parents from both towns to participate in upcoming focus groups. Read the full article → from Encompass focus groups for parents of 6th-12th graders (Updated)

Obituary: Brian J. Witzell, 70

by Beth Melo on May 15, 2026

Brian J. Witzell, 70, of Venice, FL, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 following a dignified and courageous battle with lung cancer. Read the full article → from Obituary: Brian J. Witzell, 70

Tennis Clinic for K-8 kids this summer

ARHS Tennis teams are putting on a 5-evening youth tennis clinic.

by Beth Melo on May 15, 2026

In late June, the Algonquin Boys & Girls Tennis teams will hold a Tennis Clinic for kids entering grades K-8. Read the full article → from Tennis Clinic for K-8 kids this summer

Art Reception & Drawing Demos — Saturday

by Beth Melo on May 14, 2026

The downtown art studio, Apothecary Artists, is inviting the public to an unusually interactive art reception this weekend. Read the full article → from Art Reception & Drawing Demos — Saturday

Fayville Park Update & Call for Engagement

Participate in next week's "Community Engagement Session" and/or complete the survey on park improvements, including a splash pad and dog park.

by Beth Melo on May 14, 2026

Rec’s seeking feedback on their newest park concept plan options, with a shrunken water based on prior feedback.

Next week, the Rec Commission is seeking to get more community engagement and feedback on the proposal. Read the full article → from Fayville Park Update & Call for Engagement

Al Hamilton on Letter: A Data Center: What does it mean for us: “Sayra No, at least according to 1 source, there are no AI data centers being built in New England. https://ai-data-centers-map.vercel.app/…” May 19, 11:37

Peter Kahn on Letter: A Data Center: What does it mean for us: “I don’t think property taxes vs data centers is a solid argument. The Costco project will abate property taxes without…” May 19, 10:55

Peter Kahn on Letter: A Data Center: What does it mean for us: “April Town Meeting added data center as a potential use limiting to 50,000 sq feet in the Industrial Park Zone.…” May 19, 10:53

Erin McMurray on Letter: A Data Center: What does it mean for us: “Mr. Hamilton, Can you please explain what you mean by “these taxes fall heavily on a portion of our senior…” May 19, 10:18

Beth Melo on Letter: A Data Center: What does it mean for us: “As I covered from the recent Town Meeting, Planning Board member Marnie Hoolahan explained that the data center you refer…” May 19, 09:23