Concetta Palomba, 88, died on August 21, 2023 at St. Patrick’s Manor in Framingham. Read the full article → from Obituary: Concetta Palomba, 88
News
SFA purchases old Southborough engine
The Fire Association bought back a piece of the SFD's history
Old engine 25 hasn’t put out fires in decades. But it’s a piece of Southborough history that the Southborough Firefighter’s Association is hoping to restore. Read the full article → from SFA purchases old Southborough engine
Job listings
Asst Town Accountant and NSBORO School Jobs (including ones that are a great option for parents)
The NSBORO Schools asked me to help them promote jobs in food services and substitute positions. In checking the latest postings, they have other opportunities. Plus, the Town of Southborough is seeking an Assistant Accountant. Read the full article → from Job listings
The week in government
Conservation Commission and more
Here is a selection of the committee and board meetings for the week along with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government
Migrant families transferred out of Southborough (Updated)
Yesterday afternoon, the Town issued a press release on the close to 70 immigrants who had been sheltering at the Red Roof Inn.
According to the announcement, families were relocated to other towns on Monday. Read the full article → from Migrant families transferred out of Southborough (Updated)
Library is seeking public input on its building
Before Trustees further pursue state assistance with a potential building project, they need community feedback on the current structure and services and what changes the public would support.
The Library is using both a survey and public forums to collect community feedback on its building and “the services, amenities, and space” it provides. Read the full article → from Library is seeking public input on its building
Art on the Trails announces winning entries
Jurors selected the winning art installation and poem for this year's initiative
Art on the Trails announced winners for both the 7th annual outdoor art exhibition and the poems submitted as inspired by the works. Read the full article → from Art on the Trails announces winning entries
SPD “Active Shooter” training
The Southborough Police Department posted on Facebook about a special training they took part in yesterday. The training an “Active Shooter” incident either in the schools or in the community. Read the full article → from SPD “Active Shooter” training
Local youth rugby earned gold and silver at the Summer Games
New England Rugby Club teams, including Southborough players, won medals at the Bay State Summer Games
This summer, the local youth program for Rugby boasted about their performance at a state-wide competition. Read the full article → from Local youth rugby earned gold and silver at the Summer Games
Town comments on 120 Turnpike Road proposed 40B
Select Board encourages scaling up the project next to town Conservation Land while others call for scaling it down.
Here’s my update on comments from the Select Board’, residents comments, and other committees on the proposed 40B project next to Breakneck Hill Conservation Land. Read the full article → from Town comments on 120 Turnpike Road proposed 40B
Submit your recipes for Community Cookbook
The Library is seeking recipes by the end of the month for inclusion in a cookbook to add to their lending collection.
Do you have any family recipes that you are willing to share with the community? The Southborough Library is hoping you do. Read the full article → from Submit your recipes for Community Cookbook
Changes being made to proposed 250 Turnpike Road 40B
Last week, the Select Board held a public forum on two 40B projects proposed by Ferris Development. As usual, one of them drew much more negative feedback than the other. Read the full article → from Changes being made to proposed 250 Turnpike Road 40B
Letter: Two Standards of Development in Southborough
The following letter to the editor is from resident James Nichols-Worley to “elaborate on” his public comment in favor of two 40B projects and “draw attention to a double-standard between multi-unit developments and Southborough’s current housing stock of mainly single-family homes.” Read the full article → from Letter: Two Standards of Development in Southborough
The week in government
Planning on 40B comment letters, Board of Health on Variances, and ZBA hearing on selling more cars at 264 Cordaville Rd
Here is a selection of the committee and board meetings for the week along with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government