Obituary: Richard “Dick” Doucette, 71
Richard “Dick” Doucette, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on March 28, 2026, at the age of 71. Read the full article → from Obituary: Richard “Dick” Doucette, 71
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ATM Article 17: Updating Industrial Park zoning
For over a year, the Planning Board has been working on zoning updates to attract more business revenue, while still protecting residents and conservation areas from negative impacts.
The result is Annual Town Meeting Article 17. On April 11th, voters will be asked to approve modernized and expanded uses, along with new restrictions, for Southborough’s Industrial Park Zone. Read the full article → from ATM Article 17: Updating Industrial Park zoning
Support the library while enjoying “a better mac & cheese”
Now through the end of April, a Southborough based company is offering the community a chance to support the Southborough Library, while enjoying mac & cheese that is better for their families. Read the full article → from Support the library while enjoying “a better mac & cheese”
Overview of April 11th Annual Town Meeting (Updated)
The Town’s legislative branch, Town Meeting, will convene a week from Saturday to approve spending, possibly increase budgets, amend local bylaws, and “advise” officials.
I’ll be digging into some of the Warrant Articles leading up to Annual Town Meeting. For now, I’m providing a general overview, including the hot topics on the Warrant most likely to spark debate. Read the full article → from Overview of April 11th Annual Town Meeting (Updated)
Southborough Mom Opens “Concierge-Style” Dental Studio Just 8 Minutes from Town Center
[The following information was sponsored by by Innova Smiles)
You’ve likely seen Dr. Ambereen Fatima at school drop-offs or the library — she has been a Southborough resident since 2018 and is a proud mom of two in our local schools.
After practicing as a Dentist for over 13 years in MA, she recently launched a new passion project just over the border: Innova Smiles, a modern dental studio designed to bring a “high-tech, high-touch” experience to MetroWest families. Read the full article → from Southborough Mom Opens “Concierge-Style” Dental Studio Just 8 Minutes from Town Center
The week in ARHS sports
The three Titans teams that kicked off their seasons last week had a rough or uneven start. Let’s hope for better success for the five teams competing in season openers this week. Read the full article → from The week in ARHS sports
Construction at 4 crosswalks starting today
Construction work is taking place this week for flashing beacons to be installed (or replaced) at crosswalks around town this spring. Read the full article → from Construction at 4 crosswalks starting today
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
Events this week
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
“Day of fun” for a good cause — April 12th
Algonquin’s Student Council is inviting the community to a fundraiser for pediatric brain cancer research.
Organizers promote the event as “an afternoon of fun games”. Read the full article → from “Day of fun” for a good cause — April 12th
CA: Finn rallied around educator facing ultra-rare form of cancer
The Community Advocate covered the story of a woman who was working in Finn School’s PreK while struggling with “an ultra-rare cancer”. This month, she visited the school to show her appreciation for how school staff rallied to support her. Read the full article → from CA: Finn rallied around educator facing ultra-rare form of cancer
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
“Nurture & Network” with Friends of SYC — Friday evening
Whether you’re looking for a way to “Give Back”, an opportunity to “Connect”, or weary/achy/stressed and in desperate need to “Recharge” — make plans to drop-in to an open house tomorrow evening (Friday, March 27th).
Friends of the Southborough Youth Commission are seeking volunteers. Theracopia Therapeutic Wellness Center is partnering to help by providing free wellness incentives for the public to attend and learn more. Read the full article → from “Nurture & Network” with Friends of SYC — Friday evening
Former Southborough CFO charged with embezzlement
The Worcester Telegram is reporting that a Southborough based developer is pursuing criminal and civil charges against its former CFO for alleged embezzlement. Read the full article → from Former Southborough CFO charged with embezzlement