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Nominate “Southborough History Makers” by Nov 11th

The Tricentennial Committee is seeking to honor current/former residents whose extraordinary contributions, accomplishments, or service earned a place in Southborough’s history.

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[This part of a series of guest posts contributed by the Tricentennial Committee to get the community excited about, and keep them informed of, the preparations for celebrating the Town’s 300th anniversary throughout 2027.]

Southborough was incorporated on July 17, 1727, and that means next year our town will be 300 years old! To celebrate, we’re putting together a year-long birthday party as a tribute to our rich history, vibrant present, and promising future! Read the full article → from Nominate “Southborough History Makers” by Nov 11th

Saturday is Special Town Meeting

An updated overview of the meeting and what Southborough voters are being asked to decide when they act as our Town's legislature this weekend.

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Special Town Meeting is just two days away. Here’s my updated overview of what’s up for a vote. (And some logistics.) Read the full article → from Saturday is Special Town Meeting

Letter: Support Article 3 for CPA Golf Course Irrigation Project at Special Town Meeting

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[Ed note: My Southborough accepts signed letters to the editor submitted by Southborough residents. Letters may be emailed to mysouthborough@gmail.com.

The following letter is from Kathy Cook for the Select Board.]

To the Editor:

On behalf of the Select Board, I am writing to express support of Article 3 on the Warrant for Saturday’s Special Town Meeting. Read the full article → from Letter: Support Article 3 for CPA Golf Course Irrigation Project at Special Town Meeting

STM Article 6: Potential debate over Breakneck Hill restoration budget

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At Saturday’s Special Town Meeting, voters will be asked to rescind a portion of previously approved borrowing authorizations that the Select Board determined was larger than needed. But one of those requests is being questioned. Read the full article → from STM Article 6: Potential debate over Breakneck Hill restoration budget

STM Article 4: “Completing the Connection” through the Peninsula Trail Project

Officials are at odds over whether the funding request is too high for a project that the Trails Committee insists is NOT a bridge to nowhere.

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The CPC and Trails Committee are bringing a funding request to Special Town Meeting for a footbridge help safely close a gap in Town and regional trails. It faces stiff opposition from the Advisory Committee and Select Board. But they don’t have the final word on the funding request. That lies with voters who participate in this Saturday morning’s Special Town Meeting. Read the full article → from STM Article 4: “Completing the Connection” through the Peninsula Trail Project

Deer hunting season open: Wear Blaze Orange including on some conservation properties

Beals Preserve and Lynbrook Hollow are two of the spaces in town where bright orange is recommended. DCR has others. And hunters may also have permission on other privately owned spaces.

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With Deer Hunting open, I’m sharing SOLF”s news, MassDCR’s info, and the state’s info on hikers taking caution. Read the full article → from Deer hunting season open: Wear Blaze Orange including on some conservation properties

One Stop Grant to continue Wayfinding project

A new grant increases the state's spending on conceptualizing and designing branding and directional signage for downtown Southborough to over $100K

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As I posted earlier, Southborough was awarded two grants through the state’s “One Stop” application process. The smaller of those grants was $77K for Phase 2 of the Town’s “Wayfinding” project.

The decision for the Town to pursue more funding for the downtown branding and signage project is notable given the Town’s current financial issues. Read the full article → from One Stop Grant to continue Wayfinding project

October 17th Special Town Meeting Overview (Updated)

Here's a look at what voters are being asked to approve at the upcoming meeting.

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Special Town Meeting is coming up in 2½ weeks. Here’s my overview of what’s up for a vote. (And some logistics.) Read the full article → from October 17th Special Town Meeting Overview (Updated)

STM Article 3: Golf Course Irrigation (Updated)

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Southborough Golf Club in late August 2026 (photo by Beth Melo)

Between now and the Special Town Meeting on Saturday, October 17th, I’ll be covering the Articles that voters will be asked to decide.

Today, I’m focusing on Article 3, a request by the Golf Course Committee to fund improving the irrigation system at the Southborough Golf Club. Read the full article → from STM Article 3: Golf Course Irrigation (Updated)

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