Next week, Southborough Public Health is providing Narcan, and the training required to use it, for free. Read the full article → from Sign up for free Narcan Training on Tuesday
Announcements
Select Board puts ticking clock on saving the downtown Gazebo (Updated)
The board gave the public 2 weeks to come up with ideas/take on responsibility for moving the structure from the Main Street property.
On Tuesday, the Select Board determined that they aren’t interested in preserving the gazebo on the Town’s old Main Street property. They are willing to give the public a chance to come up with a solution for saving it. But they put a 2 week deadline on getting that feedback. Read the full article → from Select Board puts ticking clock on saving the downtown Gazebo (Updated)
Memorial Day observances
The traditional Flag replacement at the Rural Cemetery will take place Friday evening. The annual parade and ceremony are on Monday morning.
Here is the information you need to observe Memorial Day in Southborough. Events begin with the annual flag placement in the rural cemetery Friday night. Read the full article → from Memorial Day observances
Job listings
Local TV Productions & Technical Manager; Police Officer; Full-time teaching/tutoring jobs
I received another posting of jobs available in Southborough. Read the full article → from Job listings
Panel Discussion for LGBTQ+ Allies
A Pride Month event is planned for parents, guardians, friends and allies of LGBTQ+ community members
SYFS is organizing a panel discussion to support LGBTQ+ community members and their loved ones. Read the full article → from Panel Discussion for LGBTQ+ Allies
Flagg Road traffic to be rerouted on Tuesday
The Town issued an alert that traffic on Flagg Road won’t be able to pass through the section Lovers Lane and Red Gate Lane for several hours tomorrow. Fortunately, it won’t be during rush hours. Read the full article → from Flagg Road traffic to be rerouted on Tuesday
Job listings
DPW Equipment Operator or Truck Driver, Basketball Coach, and Physical Therapy jobs
I received another posting of jobs available in Southborough. Read the full article → from Job listings
“Shop with a Purpose” is this Saturday
Shop local for gifts while also supporting Southborough's Camp Scholarships at Friends of SYC's 2nd annual Craft & Vendor Fair.
Reminder — this Saturday, the Friends of Southborough Youth Commission (FSYC) is hosting its second annual shopping fundraiser for the Southborough Summer Camp Scholarship program. The event will feature local crafters and vendors. Read the full article → from “Shop with a Purpose” is this Saturday
Celebrate Wellness – May 31
Mental Health Awareness Month culminates in a community reception with music, art, and the annual Wellness award.
Southborough Youth and Family Services is ending Mental Health Awareness month with a reception to “Celebrate Wellness”. Read the full article → from Celebrate Wellness – May 31
Town website to be upgraded next week
Big platform enhancements come with a trade off - fewer old meeting minutes online for users. (They will still be available by request.)
Long awaited enhancements to the Town’s website will be implemented next week. Some public questions have been raised about the how many meeting minutes will “migrate” to the new platform. So, I wanted to get some answers and give readers notice of coming changes. Read the full article → from Town website to be upgraded next week
Paving update
Southborough’s Department of Public Works has posted updates on upcoming paving work scheduled for this spring and summer. Read the full article → from Paving update
Vote this Tuesday!
I now have statements from all 12 of the candidates running in contested races for the annual Town Election on Tuesday, May 9th. Read the full article → from Vote this Tuesday!
Town Election and Candidates at-a-Glance (Updated)
Candidate positions and other details about the races for Select Board, School Committee, Planning Board, and BCTF
This Tuesday, May 9th, is the Town Election. Here are the details you need, including links to information about the candidates running in the four contested races. Read the full article → from Town Election and Candidates at-a-Glance (Updated)
Rep Donaghue local office hours – Monday
Residents are invited to take advantage of local Office Hours in Southborough on Monday morning with State Representative Kate Donaghue. Read the full article → from Rep Donaghue local office hours – Monday