The week in government
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
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Special Town Meeting moved to Monday, March 2nd
There is a new “Save the Date” for the Special Town Meeting this winter. The STM will open on Monday, March 2nd at 6:00 pm. It will be held at Trottier Middle School. Read the full article → from Special Town Meeting moved to Monday, March 2nd
Obituary: Georgette “Gigi” Ranauro, 93
Georgette (Levasseur) C. Ranauro,“Gigi”, 93, of East Falmouth, MA formerly of Southborough, MA passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. Read the full article → from Obituary: Georgette “Gigi” Ranauro, 93
Obituary: Michael Willoughby, 69
Michael Willoughby, 69, of Westborough, formerly of Southborough, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Monday, December 22, 2025. Read the full article → from Obituary: Michael Willoughby, 69
Events this week (Updated)
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)
End of year giving in Southborough
If you are looking to support non-profits before the end of your fiscal year, there are plenty of options in town to consider. Read the full article → from End of year giving in Southborough
Book your Christmas Tree pickup – January 10th
As in year’s past, Boy Scout Troop 1 will remove your Christmas tree for a small fee. (Or free for veterans, seniors and public safety personnel.) Read the full article → from Book your Christmas Tree pickup – January 10th
“In with the new”? How to “out with the old”.
This isn’t just the time of year for giving. It also results in a time of getting — which can lead to the desire for ridding your home of items you no longer need. Read the full article → from “In with the new”? How to “out with the old”.
Christmas week (quick links)
I’ll be taking some personal time for a few days. (Though, I have some pre-written stories scheduled to post this Friday.) Below are quick links to info you may be looking for in the meantime: Read the full article → from Christmas week (quick links)
Christmas Services 2025
Here are the Christmas masses and festivities planned by churches in town for Christmas Eve and morning. Read the full article → from Christmas Services 2025
The week in sports
Highlights from last week’s competitions and what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from The week in sports
CA: Increased reports of “hate, bias” incidents at Algonquin
Last week, the Regional School Committee meeting heard from Superintendent Martineau about recent reports related to hate/bias incidents.
In his presentation, he specified that seven incidents were reported since the start of this school year. That’s up from the three reported during the same period last year. Read the full article → from CA: Increased reports of “hate, bias” incidents at Algonquin
Adult Games at the Library Tonight and Friday
The Southborough Library added a new event to its programs for the week. And since it is a repeat of an event taking place tonight, I’ll remind about that as well. Read the full article → from Adult Games at the Library Tonight and Friday
“Dunkin’ Roundtable” establishes scholarship to honor Southborough manager’s son
I’m sharing a feelgood story from a group of Southborough community members who call themselves the “Dunkin’ Roundtable”. Read the full article → from “Dunkin’ Roundtable” establishes scholarship to honor Southborough manager’s son