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A look at Southborough’s Handwritten Declaration of Independence

by Beth Melo on

Above: In 1776, Southborough Town Meeting Minutes recorded the Declaration of Independence (image from Town’s digitized archives)

I’m correcting and updating on a recent post about the Town’s Declaration of Independence. I learned that at some point, the Town located the handwritten copy from 1776. The historic document is also part of the Town’s historical records that have been digitized and uploaded for the public to access.

I’m also sharing some more interesting history from the period that was captured in the records. Read the full article →

WooSox Southborough Town Takeover next week (Updated)

Use the correct link to buy tickets to the July 22nd game to benefit the Town Scholarship Fund.

by Beth Melo on

The WooSox is incentivizing Southborough to cheer on the Triple A home team next week. That includes supporting the Town’s scholarship fund and inviting a well-known “Hometown Hero” to make the first pitch. Read the full article → from WooSox Southborough Town Takeover next week (Updated)

Call for Art celebrating “Native Plants and Pollinators” ends Sunday

Apothecary Artists promotes an incentive for artists to win "Best in Show"

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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

Town gifted handprinted replica of Declaration of Independence (Updated-Again)

In honor of the 250th, I'm also sharing some history on Southborough's original documents and the town's early support of the cause of Independence.

by Beth Melo on

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 (Updated-Again)

Two men charged with murdering ARHS Class of ’23 alum in 2024

by Beth Melo on

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

SPD charges driver for OUI and drug possession after he allegedly “nearly struck an officer”

by Beth Melo on

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”

Select Board puts off dealing with Stewardship Committee problem it created (Updated)

The board reneged on its promise to address this week the ability for Freddie Gillespie to continue her work at Breakneck Hill

by Beth Melo on

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)

Summer Concert: Disco Lemonade next Thursday

A rambunctious, band that loves mashups is hitting Southborough's stage next week. And don't forget, free ice cream for all!

by Beth Melo on

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

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