Beth Melo, Author at My Southborough

Jon Stewart helps NECC promote its 50 years of compassionate work

on January 28, 2026

This week, NECC issued a 50th Anniversary Edition of their magazine “Insight”. It included more details chronicling the 50 years of work and progress. It also spotlights the “nearly 100” employees who have worked at the center for more than 20 years and why they stay.

Plus, a video narrated by Jon Stewart (host of the Daily Show) touts why NECC is “One Powerful Place”. Read the full article → from Jon Stewart helps NECC promote its 50 years of compassionate work

Decorate your own custom Book Bag — Feb 12

on January 28, 2026

The Southborough Library is bringing back a popular crafter to run an event in two weeks. This one is geared for older participants than the Crafternoon series she leads.

The craft workshop is geared for teens and adults ages 12 and older. Read the full article → from Decorate your own custom Book Bag — Feb 12

NSBORO Schools Seeking Volunteers for AI Study Group

on January 27, 2026

The Northborough-Southborough Public Schools is putting together a study group to make recommendations for how district should deal with AI’s impacts on education and appropriate use of it in schools. Read the full article → from NSBORO Schools Seeking Volunteers for AI Study Group

Wick Choral Festival next week (Updated)

on January 27, 2026

Southborough residents are invited to a enjoy a weekend of a cappella music at St. Mark’s featuring groups from area high schools, as well as college ensembles. Read the full article → from Wick Choral Festival next week (Updated)

SFD is again asking community to “Adopt a Hydrant”

on January 27, 2026

Both before the storm hit, and as it was waning, the Southborough Fire Department asked the public to help them help us. And the crew’s response to a recent house fire is a reminder of why the initiative is important. Read the full article → from SFD is again asking community to “Adopt a Hydrant”

SPD ask for help with hit & run; announce unrelated rescue of woman from alleged kidnapper

on January 27, 2026

The Southborough Police Department issued two announcements on Facebook over the past few days. One asks the public to help identify a truck involved in a crash. The other is about their rescue of a woman reportedly in danger. Read the full article → from SPD ask for help with hit & run; announce unrelated rescue of woman from alleged kidnapper

Snow Day: Tuesday, January 27, 2026

on January 27, 2026

I just got the surprise, early morning phone call. It turns out that instead of a delay, public school is cancelled in Southborough (and Northborough) today. That’s also true for Assabet. Read the full article → from Snow Day: Tuesday, January 27, 2026

School delayed 2 hrs (Updated – Now Cancelled)

on January 26, 2026

Southborough Public Schools and Algonquin Regional High School are delayed tomorrow.. Read the full article → from School delayed 2 hrs (Updated – Now Cancelled)

The week in sports

on January 26, 2026

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

The week in government

on January 26, 2026

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

Snow Day Tomorrow: Monday, January 26, 2026 (Updated)

on January 25, 2026

The announcement has already gone out this afternoon. Southborough and Northborough will not have public school tomorrow (Monday). The same is true for Assabet Valley Regional Tech High School. Read the full article → from Snow Day Tomorrow: Monday, January 26, 2026 (Updated)

Events this week (Updated – Again)

on January 23, 2026

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 – Again)

Prepare for 12-18″ of snow, longer term chill, and hydrants that need clearing

on January 23, 2026

To help ensure that readers are prepared to brace for what’s coming our way, I wanted to share some local safety info and links, plus add a key detail that I neglected to include with yesterday’s post. Read the full article → from Prepare for 12-18″ of snow, longer term chill, and hydrants that need clearing

Prepare for snow storm with “Major Impacts” on Sunday (Updated)

on January 22, 2026

The National Weather Service’s latest updates for this Sunday’s storm show an 80-90% chance that Southborough will experience “Major Impacts” and times when driving is “Dangerous or impossible”.

NWS warns to avoid travel and expect potential “Widespread closures and disruptions to infrastructure”. Read the full article → from Prepare for snow storm with “Major Impacts” on Sunday (Updated)

Al Hamilton on AG’s approval of recent Town zoning changes came with cautions: “Jack I too was a bit concerned that Town Counsel seemed to be putting his thumb on the scale in…” Sep 7, 08:40

Jon Green on AG’s approval of recent Town zoning changes came with cautions: “Here’s the real issue: The town and surprisingly or is it the new normal Planning Board go on to argue…” Sep 4, 19:36

JACK BARRON on AG’s approval of recent Town zoning changes came with cautions: “Is this the same lawyer the selectpeople pushed on to the stage to tell the non lawyers sitting at tow…” Sep 3, 19:11

Karen Hanlon Shimkus on AG’s approval of recent Town zoning changes came with cautions: “To the Taxpayers: Here is a summary of objections and concerns, as one reminder: “Southborough town meeting discussions and voter…” Sep 3, 10:04

Karen Hanlon Shimkus on AG’s approval of recent Town zoning changes came with cautions: “To the Taxpayers: You are paying for this B.S. This is a jumbled, stupidly ridiculous mess that puts the town at legal…” Sep 3, 09:52

Author: Beth Melo

Posts by Beth Melo

Jon Stewart helps NECC promote its 50 years of compassionate work

Decorate your own custom Book Bag — Feb 12

NSBORO Schools Seeking Volunteers for AI Study Group

Wick Choral Festival next week (Updated)

SFD is again asking community to “Adopt a Hydrant”

SPD ask for help with hit & run; announce unrelated rescue of woman from alleged kidnapper

Snow Day: Tuesday, January 27, 2026

School delayed 2 hrs (Updated – Now Cancelled)

The week in sports

The week in government

Snow Day Tomorrow: Monday, January 26, 2026 (Updated)

Events this week (Updated – Again)

Prepare for 12-18″ of snow, longer term chill, and hydrants that need clearing

Prepare for snow storm with “Major Impacts” on Sunday (Updated)