This letter to the editor from Southborough’s State Senator Jamie Eldridge thanks those who helped put on/participated in the Middlesex and Worcester Senior Conference. Read the full article → from Letter: Thanking participants and sponsors of the Middlesex and Worcester Senior Conference
News
ARHS Track & Field camp in Southborough
Trottier Middle School will host Algonquin's annual Track & Field Summer Camp. This year, it's for kids currently in grades 3-8.
The ARHS Track team is holding its “Algonquin Track & Field Camp” again this summer. Read the full article → from ARHS Track & Field camp in Southborough
Water rate/billing changes this summer
The Select Board approved increases and revised tier categories for water rates in time for the summer that will be reflected in bills received this fall.
Selectmen approved updated water rates for Southborough users. The rates won’t be reflected in the next bill. The increased cost of water beginning on June 1st will show up on bills due this the fall. Read the full article → from Water rate/billing changes this summer
Food Truck Festival opens May 24th
The free community festival run by Southborough Rotary will return on Wednesdays May 24 - June 14
The Southborough Rotary is bringing back its popular Food Truck Festival this spring. Read the full article → from Food Truck Festival opens May 24th
Bargain Box Spring Sales
The volunteer-run seller of gently used clothing is holding its 1/2 price sale this month (and Stuff-a-Bag sale in early June).
Southborough’s volunteer-run consignment shop is holding a series of sales as it heads to the end of its season. Read the full article → from Bargain Box Spring Sales
Job listings
DPW Equipment Operator or Truck Driver, Basketball Coach, and Physical Therapy jobs
I received another posting of jobs available in Southborough. Read the full article → from Job listings
Give Red Apples to the Teachers (and staff)
SCF is encouraging families to use the "Red Apple Awards" as year end gifts to educators in Southborough schools and Algonquin
The Southborough Community Fund is asking the community to use Red Apple Awards to thank educators. Read the full article → from Give Red Apples to the Teachers (and staff)
The week in sports
ARHS Boys & Girls’Track Teams are CMASS Champs
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
The week in government
St. Mark’s Street Park Working Group on final design; Regional School Committee Hearing on School Choice
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
Old public safety station demolition update
The tear down of the old police and fire stations is a sad sight for some. But preservationists did manage to save a significant feature and the school is offering bricks as mementos.
Previously, I shared that St. Mark’s School planned to tear down the old public safety stations at their 19 & 21 Main Street property. First they worked with preservationists to save a few pieces of Southborough history. Read the full article → from Old public safety station demolition update
Sock Drive to Benefit Worcester Homeless
Pilgrim Church asked me to share their news about an “urgent” collection drive over the next two weeks. Read the full article → from Sock Drive to Benefit Worcester Homeless
“Shop with a Purpose” is this Saturday
Shop local for gifts while also supporting Southborough's Camp Scholarships at Friends of SYC's 2nd annual Craft & Vendor Fair.
Reminder — this Saturday, the Friends of Southborough Youth Commission (FSYC) is hosting its second annual shopping fundraiser for the Southborough Summer Camp Scholarship program. The event will feature local crafters and vendors. Read the full article → from “Shop with a Purpose” is this Saturday
Seeking late/overnight volunteers for Saturday’s Post Prom Party
The ARHS Senior Post Prom Party is midnight this Friday. Read the full article → from Seeking late/overnight volunteers for Saturday’s Post Prom Party
Celebrate Wellness – May 31
Mental Health Awareness Month culminates in a community reception with music, art, and the annual Wellness award.
Southborough Youth and Family Services is ending Mental Health Awareness month with a reception to “Celebrate Wellness”. Read the full article → from Celebrate Wellness – May 31