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)
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
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)
Last week, I shared news from the state about a planned road closure this week that will detour cars onto Southborough roads. There’s an update to the schedule, with more work planned for this weekend. Read the full article → from Schedule extended for closures of section of Flanders Rd
The “Annual Street Listing” form was mailed to Southborough residents earlier this month.. (It’s also referred to by officials as the Town Census.) Completed forms are requested back within 10 days and officially due back by January 31st.
While I’m sharing that reminder, I’m sharing info on this year’s election calendar and voting by mail. Read the full article → from Turn in your Town Census (a.k.a. “Annual Street Listing”)
As part of the big overhaul project for the 495 & MassPike Interchange, MassDOT plans to temporarily close a road near Southborough’s southwest border that may impact travel routes for some residents. Read the full article → from Announced evening & overnight closures of section of Flanders Rd next week
Residents can burn brush (within limits and with permits) on approved days, January 15 through May 1st. Read the full article → from Brush burning permits available through May 1st
This spring, an “award-winning Southboro filmmaker” and her co-producer will be featured at “An Evening of Short Films”.
That event will also feature a regional showcase of selected (very) short films produced by high school students. Organizers asked me to help promote the opportunity to students who live in Southborough. Read the full article → from Call for high school students to submit short films for showcase by Feb 15
A follow up on the Transfer Station Fire includes a public warning about lithium batteries. Read the full article → from Follow up on Hopper Fire & Lithium Battery Warning
Southborough doesn’t host any special events related to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on the holiday that honors him. So, I’m sharing news from organizers of a regional event that are working to engage Southborough residents in the nearby Community Celebration. Read the full article → from Celebrate MLK Jr. Day
Southborough Public Schools and Algonquin Regional High School are delayed today. Read the full article → from School delayed 2 hrs
Reminder: The deadline to apply for the 2026 Story Bridge program is a week from today. Here are details from my original post last month. Read the full article → from Reminder: Apply for 2026 NSBORO Story Bridge by Jan 12th
Southborough Rotary and St. Mark’s School are hosting Free Open Skate sessions this winter. The community is invited to enjoy ice skating on two Sunday afternoons with free refreshments. Read the full article → from Free Skate returning to St. Mark’s rink this winter
As in year’s past, Boy Scout Troop 1 will remove your Christmas tree for a small fee. (Or free for veterans, seniors and public safety personnel.) Read the full article → from Book your Christmas Tree pickup – January 10th