The Metrowest Daily News today gives us a peek into what the upcoming town election season might hold. Candidates were able to start pulling papers last week, and many incumbents have already done so, but one has said she won’t run again. Read the full article → from School committee, selectmen: An early look at who’s running for re-election and who isn’t (Corrected)
What the fire department has been up to. Read the full article → from Fire department logs for the week (1/10/12 – 1/16/12)
A joint investigation by Southborough and Framingham police, along with state police, led to the arrest of two Southborough residents on multiple drug and weapons charges early this morning. Read the full article → from Southborough residents arrested today on drug and weapons charges (UPDATED)
Should Southborough join a growing number of Massachusetts towns that have become certified as “green” communities? That’s the question the town’s Green Technology and Recycling Committee will discuss at an information session on Thursday. Read the full article → from Reminder: Information session on green communities on Thursday
The Rotary Clubs of Northborough and Southborough will kick off their Winning Wellness Challenge (formerly called the Biggest Loser program) on Wednesday. The 12-week program will feature tips and practical techniques for adopting a healthier lifestyle. Read the full article → from Rotary wellness program starts Wednesday
Last week New England Primate Research Center in Southborough was cited by the USDA for an animal death that occurred in October. Now comes word the feds have decided to launch an investigation into the incident. Read the full article → from MWDN: USDA to probe monkey death at Southborough facility
Temperatures were below freezing yesterday, but no doubt the cold was the last thing on the mind of the hundreds who came to say goodbye to Trottier Middle School student Eric Green. The 12-year-old passed away suddenly last week after a seizure. Read the full article → from Hundreds say goodbye to Southborough’s Eric Green
Residents of Gilmore Road and the surrounding area are without power on this snowy morning. According to the National Grid website, power went out around 7:30 am, and is expected to be restored by 9:45 am. Read the full article → from Power out to about 100 on south side
Brush burning season opened yesterday, but before you break out the matches, don’t forget to get your permit. Read the full article → from Brush burning permits available now through May 1
With the death of Southborough 12-year-old Eric Green last week, parents and children alike are trying to figure out ways to work through their grief. On Tuesday the Southborough Trauma Response Network will hold an information session to provide parents with strategies for supporting their children during the grieving process. The Southborough Trauma Response Network Read the full article → from Information session on supporting children as they deal with grief – Tuesday, Janaury 17
On Wednesday Pilgrim Church will host a discussion on the emotional, spiritual, and financial consequences of aging. Here are more details. All are welcome to attend. Read the full article → from Pilgrim Church to host talk on aging – Wednesday, January 18
Here’s what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from The week in high school sports (1/16/12 – 1/22/12)
The death of 12-year-old Trottier Middle School student Eric Green last week has touched many in this town and beyond, so it’s not surprising to hear a capacity crowd is expected at his funeral today. Read the full article → from Overflow crowd expected at Eric Green’s funeral today
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (1/16/12 – 1/20/12)