In a case that has made national news (and is likely to again), the state’s Supreme Court ruled that Southborough’s public comment policy created by the Select Board is “unconstitutional” in Massachusetts. Read the full article → from Select Board comment policy “unconstitutional” according to SJC
News
Obituary: Charles Keller, 81
Charles A. “Charlie” Keller, 81, of Southborough, MA, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with Lewy body dementia on Thursday, March 2, 2023, at Oasis at Dodge Park in Worcester. Read the full article → from Obituary: Charles Keller, 81
The week in sports
Girls Ice Hockey last standing in state tourneys; Titan Wrestler wins New England Championship
An update on ARHS teams and athletes competing in post season tournaments. Read the full article → from The week in sports
Southborough Gardeners scholarship applications due April 11
The Gardeners will consider scholarship candidates majoring in Horticulture, Floral Design, Environmental Studies and more.
The Southborough Gardeners are promoting their annual scholarship program. Read the full article → from Southborough Gardeners scholarship applications due April 11
Co-Ed Youth Soccer Clinic next week at Algonquin
ARHS Boys team players and a former professional player will run the evening clinic for grades 1-8
Algonquin Soccer players are offering a youth clinic for grades 1-8. It will take place three evenings next week. Registration is due this Friday, March 10th. Read the full article → from Co-Ed Youth Soccer Clinic next week at Algonquin
School Committees to vote on recommended calendar changes
Two revised calendars will be on the table this Wednesday with a potential changes to how religious holidays will be handled next year.
The Combined School Committees are scheduled this Wednesday to discuss, and potentially vote on, the school calendar for ’23-’24. Read the full article → from School Committees to vote on recommended calendar changes
The week in government
Select Board on Citizen Petition Articles, Combined School Committees on '23-'24 Calendar, School Committee on Extended Day tuition, 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
Obituary: Thomas L. Livingstone, 85
Thomas L. Livingstone, 85, passed away peacefully in his home on Friday, March 3, 2023. Read the full article → from Obituary: Thomas L. Livingstone, 85
Prepare for Rec Camp registration opening Monday
Don't get shut out of signing kids up for the Town's summer camp this year. Here are the details.
Last year, the Town’s Summer Camp filled up within about a day. This year, they are giving Town residents a two day window to sign up kids before allowing the public at large. Read the full article → from Prepare for Rec Camp registration opening Monday
Election Update
Two running for Select Board; Two more officials not running for re-election
One more candidate pulled papers for the Select Board, and two more Town officials reached out to me to let me know that they won’t be running for re-election this spring. Read the full article → from Election Update
5th Annual Vigil For Peace & Unity – March 11th
The Community is invited to join a Candlelight Vigil a week from Saturday.
Once again, Southborough community groups are organizing a Candlelight Vigil to start off the new year with a call for Peace and Unity. Read the full article → from 5th Annual Vigil For Peace & Unity – March 11th
ARHS Postseason Update
Three Titans teams still vying for state titles
Highlights from last week’s competitions and what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from ARHS Postseason Update
Police seeking suspect in business break-ins
The SPD is asking the public for help
On Tuesday, the Southborough Police Department posted to Facebook photos of a suspect in a break-ins and attempted break-ins at Southborough businesses on Saturday night. Read the full article → from Police seeking suspect in business break-ins
Park Central eligible for 40B with guidance
The Town posted the Project Eligibility finding letter from MassHousing
Acknowledging the many concerns raised by Town officials and residents about the proposed Park Central project, MassHousing’s Counsel indicates that those should be addressed through the permitting process. Read the full article → from Park Central eligible for 40B with guidance