The Southborough Police Department shared a feelgood story this week.
While l’m sharing that, I’m looking back to share some of the other news they posted on Facebook over the past few months. That includes safety tips, statistics on what officers have been working on this year, and other news. Read the full article → from SPD Update: Community news, policing stats, & safety tips
The community is invited to “Celebrate Wellness”. As usual, the party wrapping up Mental Health Awareness Month will include an honoree reception for the annual Wellness Award.
But, instead of naming the 8th recipient of the annual award for a “Community Hero”, the Town will celebrate 8 honorees. Read the full article → from Celebrate Wellness and “community champions”
The Southborough Senior Center asked me to help get the word out about an event next week that seniors can still sign up to attend.
The center is hosting a concert by Trottier Middle School’s Big Band. Read the full article → from Big Band Concert at the Senior Center — May 27th (Updated)
We are sad to announce the death of David Rogers Ulen, long time resident of Shutesbury, Massachusetts. Read the full article → from Obituary: David Ulen, 68
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 → from Need for Volunteers: Conservation, Advisory, Tricentennial, EDC, Elementary School Building Committee, and more
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
[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
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 Moved Indoors (Updated)
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
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
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)
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
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)
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