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Videos: Southborough Connections for Seniors

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Above: Not to be confused with “Between two Ferns”, SAM’s public access talk show in partnership with Doug Peck features interviews on topics intended to interest Southborough seniors. (image of screenshot from SAM video)

Over two years ago, I shared an announcement about a new video series through Southborough Access Media. The cable access/media organization partnered with the longtime Chair of Southborough’s Council of Aging.

Since then, Doug Peck has been conducting interviews he believes may be of interest to seniors in town. Some of the topics are about town government, resources, or community members. But some are with experts on topics he hopes are helpful for Southborough community members seeking to age in place. Read the full article →

Southborough Turns 300 Years Old in 2027! (Updated)

The Tricentennial Committee presents: A Year of Celebration

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[This is the first of a new series of guest posts contributed by the Tricentennial Committee to get the community excited about, and keep them informed of, the preparations for celebrating the Town’s 300th anniversary throughout 2027.]

Southborough was incorporated on July 17, 1727, and that means next year our town will be 300 years old! To celebrate, we’re putting together a year-long birthday party as a tribute to our rich history, vibrant present, and promising future! Read the full article → from Southborough Turns 300 Years Old in 2027! (Updated)

More on MassDems Chair’s Southborough arrest (and reactions)

by Beth Melo on

Yesterday, I shared news posted by the Boston Herald about the arrest of, and plea deal by, the Chair of the Massachusetts Democratic Party for an OUI in Southborough.

Since then, other news outlets have posted more details about the arrest. And both the arrested driver and the Governor have issued statements. Read the full article → from More on MassDems Chair’s Southborough arrest (and reactions)

Public Forum on proposed changes for multi-family zoning

The ZBA is seeking to amend the bylaws for seeking special permits for two-family homes

by Beth Melo on

The Zoning Board of Appeals hopes to bring a zoning revision to Special Town Meeting in October. But before public hearings are opened, they are inviting the community to learn more and provide feedback on their draft proposal at a public forum on August 12th. Read the full article → from Public Forum on proposed changes for multi-family zoning

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