The Southborough Police Department issued a press release covering the arrest of an “elderly male” resident accused of having shown minors a pornographic video on his phone at a downtown restaurant. Read the full article → from Resident charged for allegedly showing pornographic video to minors
News
Obituary: Nevio “Nick” Castelli, Jr., 72
Nevio “Nick” Castelli, Jr., age 72, a resident of Southborough and formerly of Framingham, died Saturday, May 27, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family. Read the full article → from Obituary: Nevio “Nick” Castelli, Jr., 72
Algonquin: Staff member that was under investigation is “no longer an employee”
Today, Algonquin Regional High School’s Principal updated the community that an unnamed employee who was put on paid leave last week “is no longer a member of our school community”. Read the full article → from Algonquin: Staff member that was under investigation is “no longer an employee”
The week in sports
Boys Tennis are CMass Champs; Lacrosse in CMass Finals; Tennis and Boys Volleyball enter state tourneys
Highlights from last week’s competitions and what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from The week in sports
Shifstrong Home Run Derby – Saturday
2nd Annual Fundraiser to help "Strike Out ALS" in memory of Brian Shifrin.
In memory of his late father, Southborough teen Charlie Shifrin is putting on a 2nd Annual Home Run Derby. The fun competition is also a fundraiser for ALS ONE. Read the full article → from Shifstrong Home Run Derby – Saturday
The week in government
SHOPC and Conservation Commission
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
Sign up for free Narcan Training on Tuesday
Southborough Public Health is offering free training for using a drug to reverse opioid overdoses
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
Select Board approves “interim” Flag Policy
Battle Flags can fly in the Old Burial Ground at least until a standing policy is adopted this summer. A new committee will also study how to best honor Revolutionary War veterans.
On Tuesday night, the Select Board adopted an “interim policy” for flying flags on municipal properties it controls. Read the full article → from Select Board approves “interim” Flag Policy
ARHS CMass Tourneys Update
I’m overdue on updating how the Titans are playing in this week’s Central Mass tourneys. Read the full article → from ARHS CMass Tourneys Update
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)
Photo Gallery: YES! Art Contest winners
Check out what kids love about Southborough
The public is invited to see how young contest winners depicted what they love about their hometown. Read the full article → from Photo Gallery: YES! Art Contest winners
ARHS gym teacher being investigated for “racially insensitive” comments on video
Algonquin announced an employee was placed on paid leave after receiving tips from students about a video.
Today, an Algonquin Regional High School phys ed teacher was placed on paid administrative leave pending an investigation into a “concerning video”. Read the full article → from ARHS gym teacher being investigated for “racially insensitive” comments on video
Letter: Old Burial Ground battle flags divide us
The following letter to the editor is from St. Mark’s Church’s Reverend Phil LaBelle to declare his “act of solidarity with those for whom the historic battle flags in the Old Burial Ground are hurtful” by not attending Southborough’s Memorial Day commemoration. Read the full article → from Letter: Old Burial Ground battle flags divide us
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