The Metrowest Daily News reports today the Gulbankian family has decided to close the machine shop it operates on its Mt. Vickery Road property after battling the town over zoning issues for the past three years. Read the full article → from MWDN: Gulbankians to shutter machine shop in Southborough
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Selectmen consider getting involved in Gulbankian zoning issue
The Gulbankian family may get some unexpected assistance in their ongoing zoning battle with the town. The Board of Selectmen on Tuesday night agreed to talk with the town’s lawyer to find out if there is any way they can intervene. Read the full article → from Selectmen consider getting involved in Gulbankian zoning issue
Zoning board denies request by Gulbankian family to modify conditions
Saying they felt “duped” by the family, the Zoning Board of Appeals last night denied a request by the Gulbankian family to modify conditions imposed in a 2011 ruling. The family had asked the board to remove the requirement to pave a portion of their Mt. Vickery Road property and install a drainage system, saying the changes were expensive and unnecessary. Read the full article → from Zoning board denies request by Gulbankian family to modify conditions
Southborough business offers seminars for science and tech startups
A recent addition to the Southborough business community is TechSandBox. They offer a collaborative workspace for Metrowest science and technology entrepeneurs. They also offer networking and educational opportunities. Tomorrow night they are holding their third special interest group (SIG) seminar this month: Read the full article → from Southborough business offers seminars for science and tech startups
Selectmen revoke fuel storage permit of Cordaville Road gas station
Custom Automotive Engineering’s license to store fuel underground was revoked by Selectman at Tuesday evening’s meeting. According to Fire Chief Joe Mauro, the Cordaville Road business has been continually non-compliant in its required paperwork and communication with the fire department and town. Read the full article → from Selectmen revoke fuel storage permit of Cordaville Road gas station
MWDN: Gulbankians to ask Southborough to take back orders for costly work
The Gulbankian family has until the end of the month to complete a list of repairs to its Mt. Vickery Road businesses that were ordered by the town in 2011, but in a recent filing the family has asked the Zoning Board of Appeals to remove the two most costly repairs. Read the full article → from MWDN: Gulbankians to ask Southborough to take back orders for costly work
WBJournal: Southborough hotel gets overhaul
Southborough’s Red Roof Inn is getting a makeover. The Worcester Business Journal reported last week that as part of the company’s NextGen initiative, the Southborough location will see both interior and exterior renovations that are intended to appeal to the business traveler. Read the full article → from WBJournal: Southborough hotel gets overhaul
More come out for and against proposed zoning changes
As public hearings on a proposed overhaul of the town’s zoning bylaw continue, more town boards, business leaders, and residents are speaking out both for and against the proposed changes. Read the full article → from More come out for and against proposed zoning changes
Globe: The Boroughs — a hot place for business
Economic development has been a significant topic of conversation here in Southborough in the face of rising property taxes. Turns out we’re not alone. Read the full article → from Globe: The Boroughs — a hot place for business
After six years, Southborough News website comes to an end
Last week the end of an era quietly slipped by. After six years of running the website SouthboroughNews.com, resident Linda Hubley published her last post. Read the full article → from After six years, Southborough News website comes to an end
Selectmen create new economic development committee
Earlier this week we talked about the grim financial future facing the town. According to a recent analysis, if we stay on our current track, residents will be looking at a 4% tax increase this year and a possible Proposition 2-1/2 override next year. That’s precisely why the Board of Selectmen last week agreed things have to change. Read the full article → from Selectmen create new economic development committee
Owen O’Leary’s to open new brewpub in Westborough
If you want to grab dinner or a drink at Owen O’Leary’s, you’ll soon have a choice about where to go: Owen’s to the east or Owen’s to the west. The company said last month they plan to open a new pub in the area, just down the road from their existing location on Route 9 eastbound in Southborough. Read the full article → from Owen O’Leary’s to open new brewpub in Westborough
MWDN: New old-style market in Southborough to offer old-time feel, local fare
Southborough’s newest market opened up before the holidays. Sperry’s Country Market is located on Route 9 westbound in the same building as Red Barn Coffee. Read the full article → from MWDN: New old-style market in Southborough to offer old-time feel, local fare
Southborough business and nonprofit guide wins award
A little over a year ago, the Southborough Economic Development Team published a community guide intended to help “build a positive business environment” in town. Last month the team announced the guide was honored with an award. Read the full article → from Southborough business and nonprofit guide wins award