The town of Southborough issued an announcement this morning Read the full article → from Gas break on Main Street
News
Pine Hill connection to Aquaduct Trail
Scouts built a trail that provides greater access to hiking for Pine Hill Road residents
Thanks to a Troop 92 Eagle Scout project, residents of Pine Hill Road can safely hike to some of the biggest area trails. Read the full article → from Pine Hill connection to Aquaduct Trail
SCAC Call for new members
The Cultural Arts Council is short the required members to qualify for granting state funds for local arts
I’ve learned that the Southborough Cultural Arts Council is in desperate need for volunteers and in risk of losing funding. Read the full article → from SCAC Call for new members
Meals seek wheels – Mondays
Volunteer drivers needed (regular commitment or as a backup)
Southborough’s Meals on Wheels program is seeking volunteers to make deliveries – especially on Mondays. Read the full article → from Meals seek wheels – Mondays
Where can you raise your voice (this year)? Updated – Again
Community Choruses are getting ready for a new season of rehearsals
Choral groups around the area that welcome adult members from the Southborough community. Read the full article → from Where can you raise your voice (this year)? Updated – Again
The week in government
Capital Planning on roads for maintenance
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
Clarification on Transfer Station stickers for seniors
DPW clarifies that seniors who rent can also get free stickers
Public Works asked me to update and clarify for readers that seniors who rent homes in Southborough also qualify for free Transfer Station permits. Read the full article → from Clarification on Transfer Station stickers for seniors
NSBORO offering Grief Counseling
In the wake of Kim Tolander's death, the public schools are offering grief counseling on Friday
The public school administration is offering grief counseling on Friday for those struggling to deal with the unexpected loss of Kim Tolander. Read the full article → from NSBORO offering Grief Counseling
Obituary: Ray “Skip” Greene Huling
An obituary for Ray “Skip” Greene Huling was posted by Morris-Johnston Funeral Home on August 9th. Read the full article → from Obituary: Ray “Skip” Greene Huling
Park Central comments extended
Comments on the 40B can be submitted by Sept 12th for inclusion in a letter to MassHousing
This afternoon, the Town announced that the comment period was extended for the Park Central 40B proposal Read the full article → from Park Central comments extended
Get your ’23 Transfer Station Stickers (Updated)
DPW clarifies that seniors who rent can also get free stickers
This year’s Transfer Station permit stickers expire in a few weeks. Starting September 15th, the 2022-2023 stickers must be “in place” in order to access the station.
Here’s what you need to know about this year’s changes. Read the full article → from Get your ’23 Transfer Station Stickers (Updated)
Art on the Trails Update
News on Best-in-Show and art-inspired poetry
Organizers of the annual outdoor exhibit announced this year’s Best-in-Show and poets whose inspired works were selected. Read the full article → from Art on the Trails Update
No Parking on Sidewalks
In response to complaints, Southborough Police are now warning about parking on sidewalks (and ticketing/towing if necessary)
The SPD has been warning drivers not to park on sidewalks, thanks to concerns raised by a resident over access issues. Read the full article → from No Parking on Sidewalks
Seeking a volunteer with UXR skills
The Town is seeking someone to volunteer several hours per month to help improve tech
The Municipal Technology Committee asked me to share their call for a User Experience Research volunteer to help the Town. Read the full article → from Seeking a volunteer with UXR skills