Two years after the Board of Selectmen refused to reappoint Michael Weishan to the Historical Commission, the board voted to reappoint him. Read the full article → from Weishan reappointed to Historical Commission after forced absence
News
Town flagpole issue still unresolved; BOS asking Town Counsel to get involved
This week, selectmen were again asked to address the flagless flagpole at the Town House. Read the full article → from Town flagpole issue still unresolved; BOS asking Town Counsel to get involved
Why flags are at half staff: September 11, 2020
Today is Patriots Day, National Day of Service and Remembrance of the attacks of September 11, 2001. As every year, flags in Southborough and across the country will fly at half staff from sunrise to sunset for the National Day of Service and Remembrance. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff: September 11, 2020
Board of Selectmen post FY21 Goals for public tracking
As promised, the Board of Selectmen have implemented a new structure to allow public tracking of their annual goals. Read the full article → from Board of Selectmen post FY21 Goals for public tracking
Qualified businesses with 5 or less employees can apply for up to $10K in grants now through Sept 25
The grant application window opened this week. Read the full article → from Qualified businesses with 5 or less employees can apply for up to $10K in grants now through Sept 25
Kindergroup Open House moving to 8pm virtual info night (movie postponed)
Weather is now forcing the latest change to Southborough Kindergroup’s annual Open House. Read the full article → from Kindergroup Open House moving to 8pm virtual info night (movie postponed)
SPD Alert: About 20 cars broken into last night, five taken with one still missing
Southborough Police Chief Kenneth Paulhus asked me to share an important alert and reminder with readers. Read the full article → from SPD Alert: About 20 cars broken into last night, five taken with one still missing
SWL: Community mourns passing of Dave Roy, former ARHS Hockey coach
Southborough Wicked Local posted that a late, former Algonquin coach is being remembered on social media. Read the full article → from SWL: Community mourns passing of Dave Roy, former ARHS Hockey coach
Cub Scout recruiting event on Saturday (all Kindergarteners – 5th graders welcome)
Southborough Cub Scouts are hosting an information and registration session at Finn. Read the full article → from Cub Scout recruiting event on Saturday (all Kindergarteners – 5th graders welcome)
The week in government: BOS tonight; Conservation Park Central decision on Thursday (Updated)
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: BOS tonight; Conservation Park Central decision on Thursday (Updated)
School Updates: Resources for families (including learning POD & daycare options), Food Plan, and more
The school issued its Back to School newsletter yesterday. Here are some of the highlights. Read the full article → from School Updates: Resources for families (including learning POD & daycare options), Food Plan, and more
Why flags will be at half staff: Saturday, September 5, 2020
Under orders from Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker they will be lowered again tomorrow, Saturday, September 5, 2020 in honor of U.S. Army Sergeant Elder Fernandes. Read the full article → from Why flags will be at half staff: Saturday, September 5, 2020
Pre-K fall sports registration is open
Southborough Recreation is offering three outdoor sports classes for preschoolers this fall. Read the full article → from Pre-K fall sports registration is open
Capital Planning: Seeking feedback on desired “capital improvements”; Looking at waste disposal
This week, I received two requests to share information with readers about work being done by the Capital Planning Committee. So, I’m combining them. Read the full article → from Capital Planning: Seeking feedback on desired “capital improvements”; Looking at waste disposal