NECC’s 5K for Autism – May 3
The Southborough based New England Center for Children’s annual 5K Walk/Run for Autism is just three weeks from tomorrow. Read the full article → from NECC’s 5K for Autism – May 3
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2025 Marathon: Jim Carroll for BILH
[Between now and Patriots Day, I’m featuring stories of community members donning Boston Marathon bibs for a cause.]
A week from Monday, Southborough’s Jim Carroll will run in the Boston Marathon to raise funds for Beth Israel Lahey Health (BILH). Read the full article → from 2025 Marathon: Jim Carroll for BILH
Earth Day Clean Up is April 26th and 27th (Updated)
Rotary is encouraging the community to make plans to help with the annual “Earth Day” street clean up event. Read the full article → from Earth Day Clean Up is April 26th and 27th (Updated)
“Puppy Party” at the Library on April 26
The Southborough Library is holding a special event over Spring Break for young puppy lovers. Read the full article → from “Puppy Party” at the Library on April 26
On the market this week in Southborough
What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week in Southborough
Town Meeting Approved Most of the Town’s Financial Requests
About 4% of Southborough voters participated in making decisions on Town budgets, spending, authorizations, zoning and more at Monday’s Annual Town Meeting. Here are my highlights from the Discussions and Debates. Read the full article → from Town Meeting Approved Most of the Town’s Financial Requests
Soutborough K of C boasts 2 State Champs
Southborough’s Knights of Columbus shared news out of the K of C International Free Throw Competitions.
Two residents won the state championships for their age and gender groups last weekend. Read the full article → from Soutborough K of C boasts 2 State Champs
Seeking Sponsors for Junior Post Prom Party (Updated)
Algonquin is bringing back its revamped “JPPP”. Now they need sponsorships to help pay for the free fun for students. Sponsorships range from $100 to $10,000. So there are plenty of options depending on budgets and interest in the tax deductible marketing opportunities. Read the full article → from Seeking Sponsors for Junior Post Prom Party (Updated)
Two Community Members honored for service at Town Meeting
Before Town Meeting opened on Monday night, the forum was used to honor two community members for their service to the town. Neither are residents, though one is a neighbor. But both have been serving the community through their jobs for years. Read the full article → from Two Community Members honored for service at Town Meeting
Save the Date for Hydrant flushing the week of April 28th
Every spring, Southborough “flushes” is fire hydrants for maintenance. The DPW has shared the schedule for work to take place next week. Read the full article → from Save the Date for Hydrant flushing the week of April 28th
ADU Bylaw changes fail to pass Town Meeting
At last night’s Annual Town Meeting, voters rejected a proposal to update bylaws for special permits for Accessory Apartments. In response, the Planning Board pulled a related Article on oversight of uses that the state now allows by-right. Read the full article → from ADU Bylaw changes fail to pass Town Meeting
Neary Building Project Forum focusing on “Educational Benefits” & design — Thursday
The Neary Building Committee scheduled two public forums for this week to pitch to the public about why they think the project is the right path for the Town’s educational system. Read the full article → from Neary Building Project Forum focusing on “Educational Benefits” & design — Thursday
Chipotle Fundraiser today for 8th Grade Banquet
Trottier SOS is hoping that the community is in the mood for some fast casual dining tonight. The group has partnered with a local Chipotle to raise funds for the end-of-year 8th Grade Banquet. Read the full article → from Chipotle Fundraiser today for 8th Grade Banquet
Annual Town Meeting quick recap on the votes (Updated)
At Monday night’s Annual Town Meeting, voters passed Articles representing around a 7.37% tax increase for next year. Most Articles were passed without amendments. Only a few failed. Read the full article → from Annual Town Meeting quick recap on the votes (Updated)