The ARHS Mascot Study group is looking to narrow down its list of nine potential symbols. Read the full article → from Algonquin seeking feedback to narrow down potential mascots
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Weekly Covid Update: Highest 2 week count since early January
An update on Covid cases in town and schools, and related news. Read the full article → from Weekly Covid Update: Highest 2 week count since early January
The week in government: School Committee 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: School Committee and more
Post-Season Update: Soccer enters state tourneys; Volleyball continues state journey

An update on Algonquin varsity sports. Read the full article → from Post-Season Update: Soccer enters state tourneys; Volleyball continues state journey
Southborough Gardeners ask for contributions to annual Wreath program

For decades, Southborough Gardeners have decorated the Town for the holidays. They’re asking the community to pitch in to make it possible again this year. Read the full article → from Southborough Gardeners ask for contributions to annual Wreath program
Residents’ tax bills should be higher than projected for ’22; Town to seek input on applying ARPA funds to other uses

This week, the Town’s Assessor explained why projected taxes for average homeowners has increased. Read the full article → from Residents’ tax bills should be higher than projected for ’22; Town to seek input on applying ARPA funds to other uses
Southborough’s Veterans Day Observances

Southborough residents are invited to honor our country’s veterans at a Veterans Day observance on November 11. Read the full article → from Southborough’s Veterans Day Observances
Cub Scouts are selling wreaths and candles (including some door-to-door) (Updated)

Cub Scouts are selling wreaths and hand dipped Hanukkah candles for the holidays Read the full article → from Cub Scouts are selling wreaths and candles (including some door-to-door) (Updated)
Weekly Covid Update: 32 Active cases; recent spike at Neary School
An update on Covid cases in town and schools, and related news. Read the full article → from Weekly Covid Update: 32 Active cases; recent spike at Neary School
Select Board to discuss requested closure on Chestnut Hill Road tonight

On Monday, when I posted about the highlights on meeting agendas this week, I failed to notice a significant one. Read the full article → from Select Board to discuss requested closure on Chestnut Hill Road tonight
Letter: Open letter to residents on Monday night’s Special Town Meeting
This letter to the editor from the Historical Commission Chair about alleged “disinformation” from proponents of the Downtown Initiative at the November 1st Special Town Meeting. Read the full article → from Letter: Open letter to residents on Monday night’s Special Town Meeting
Special Town Meeting: New zoning created for a Downtown District (Updated)

Last night, 3% of Southborough voters determined the fate of zoning for a district encompassing downtown Main Street. The motion that passed 182 to 65 was a bylaw revised by voters on Town Meeting floor. Read the full article → from Special Town Meeting: New zoning created for a Downtown District (Updated)
The week in Sports: End of Central Mass Finals, start of State Championships

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: End of Central Mass Finals, start of State Championships
Covid Booster Clinic for eligible residents this month

The Southborough Board of Health is promoting Covid Vaccine Booster shots for eligible residents. Registration is open for clinic hours on November 15 and 22. Read the full article → from Covid Booster Clinic for eligible residents this month