The Regional School Committee said last week it expects another tough budget year, one that may force it to give up on goals like reducing class size. Read the full article → from MWDN: Algonquin School Committee sets budget goals it may not reach
Last week eighth graders at Fay School got out of the classroom and into the world for a school-wide Day of Service. It was a day designed to give students a hands-on opportunity to explore the idea of service and the many ways people can pitch in and make a difference. Read the full article → from Southborough community leaders kick off Fay School Day of Service
The Recreation Department says it still has space in some of its upcoming programs for both adults and kids. Here’s a list of what’s coming up. Read the full article → from Upcoming programs from the Recreation Department: Swimming, skating, and more
If you’re in the market to purchase or upgrade ski or snowboard equipment and clothing before the season begins, be sure to check out the annual Ski and Snowboard Sale at Assabet on Sunday. With three sports equipment dealers participating this year, the sale will offer both new and used clothing and equipment. Read the full article → from Annual ski and snowboard sale at Assabet on Sunday
Southborough residents are invited to enjoy some Halloween fun at Fay School on Saturday as part of the school’s ongoing Saturdays at Fay series. Read the full article → from Halloween fun at Fay on Saturday morning
He’s only been on the job for three days, but Chairman of the Board of Selectmen John Rooney reported last night Southborough’s new Town Administrator Mark Purple is already getting down to work. Read the full article → from Southborough’s new town administrator gets down to work
The latest logs from the Southborough Police Department Read the full article → from Southborough police logs (10/19/12 – 10/21/12): A house party gets loud
Registration opened this week for Session 2 of the popular Recreation After-school Program (RAP). Age-appropriate programs ranging from art to sports to cooking to games are offered at each of the four Southborough schools. Read the full article → from Registration now open for the Recreation After-school Program (RAP)
Here’s what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from High school sports this week (10/22/12 – 10/28/12)
Here’s what’s happening at the Southborough Library this week. Read the full article → from At the Southborough Library this week (10/22/12 – 10/27/12): A special spooky storytime
Parents and community members are invited to attend a special presentation at Trottier on Friday, October 26, on bullying, cyber-bullying, and youth depression. The conversation will be led by John Halligan, whose 13-year-old son Ryan killed himself in 2003 after he was repeatedly bullied at school and online. Read the full article → from Trottier to host presentation for adults on bullying, cyber-bullying, and youth depression
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (10/22/12 – 10/26/12)
Pauline A. “Sister’ (Barry) True, 74, of Southborough, died on Thursday, October 18, 2012 after a battle with cancer. She was the wife of the Reginald True who passed away in 1997. Born in Cambridge, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Edna (Sheridan) Barry. Read the full article → from Obituary: Pauline A. “Sister’ True, 74
Last year the Firefighters Association Halloween parade was canceled thanks to the snow. I’m guessing that won’t happen again this year, meaning Southborough kids will be able to enjoy what is always a fun event. Read the full article → from Save the date: Firefighters Association Halloween parade – Sunday, October 28