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Candidates Night 2026

Select Board candidates answered questions about controlling rising taxes, commercial development impacts, increasing voter engagement, affordable housing and more

by Beth Melo on

In this Tuesday’s election, voters will choose between the three residents running for two seats on Southborough’s Select Board. Last week, the candidates spoke to voters and fielded questions at a public forum. 

While I encourage readers to watch Southborough Access Media’s video and form their own impressions, I know many won’t. So, here are my highlights from the annual Candidates Night. Read the full article → from Candidates Night 2026

495/90 Interchange Project: 90 West to 495 South exit shift next week

by Beth Melo on

This isn’t exactly Southborough news, but a major road project nearby impacts Southborough commuters. Some stages, like one next week, could have temporary ripple effects on traffic in town.

And the ultimate goal includes traffic relief on interstate highways that could have longer term impacts on Route 9 in Southborough. (Hopefully good ones.)  Read the full article → from 495/90 Interchange Project: 90 West to 495 South exit shift next week

Applicant selected to conduct Neary reno Feasibility Study

by Beth Melo on

On Tuesday, the Select Board approved a key stage for studying renovation options for the grades 4-5 school building.

The board awarded the bid to a new consultant to conduct the feasibility study and create schematic designs. (That vote is contingent on successfully negotiating a contract.) Read the full article → from Applicant selected to conduct Neary reno Feasibility Study

Economic Development Update: Select Board de-invested in EDC

After letting the EDC and Coordinator fall to the wayside, Chair touted that Costco development happened "organically". (Plus, other economic news.)

by Beth Melo on

After years of touting the importance of investing in Economic Development, and recently convincing voters to invest more, the Select Board didn’t invest the fundallowed the committee and department to fall quietly by the wayside.

I’m detailing that, along with other economic development news. Read the full article → from Economic Development Update: Select Board de-invested in EDC

Environmental Service and Interfaith Connection events — Saturday (Updated – Again)

by Beth Melo on

The public is invited to an interfaith event this Saturday, encouraging volunteers to focus on caring for the earth. As part of the activities, participants can choose to help at a pollinator garden in Southborough. Read the full article → from Environmental Service and Interfaith Connection events — Saturday (Updated – Again)

May 12th Town Election: What & Who is on the Ballot (Updated)

Learn about the Ballot Questions (on school roofs, roads, and sidewalks), the competing candidates, and other key details.

by Beth Melo on

The Annual Town Election takes place a week from today. Here’s an overview of what you need to know to prepare to vote. Read the full article → from May 12th Town Election: What & Who is on the Ballot (Updated)

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