The Southborough Teachers Association announced they are again offering two scholarships to high school seniors graduating this year. Read the full article → from Apply for scholarships from Southborough Teachers Association
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Retail & Restaurant Update (Updated)
Progress on Costco project and good news on restaurants
Two items addressed in last night’s Select Board meeting will get some readers excited — especially residents who have been clamoring for more shopping and restaurant options in town. And while I’m sharing those updates, I’ll add other relevant updates.
The meeting included a progress update on a future Costco. Members also approved licenses for owners of two local Mexican restaurants to open a third location in Southborough. Read the full article → from Retail & Restaurant Update (Updated)
Celebrate MLK Jr. Day
Take part in a regional celebration themed “From Dreams to Dialogue: Creating a Community Where all Belong”
Southborough doesn’t host any special events related to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on the holiday that honors him. So, I’m sharing news from organizers of a regional event that are working to engage Southborough residents in the nearby Community Celebration. Read the full article → from Celebrate MLK Jr. Day
School delayed 2 hrs
January 7, 2026
Southborough Public Schools and Algonquin Regional High School are delayed today. Read the full article → from School delayed 2 hrs
Reminder: NSBORO Schools seeking feedback on next Strategic Plan
Help shape the schools' future by answering the districts' survey and saving the date for one of the upcoming forums.
NSBORO Schools is asking the school community and Northborough and Southborough residents to look at the school’s current “vision” and weigh in on future strategy. Read the full article → from Reminder: NSBORO Schools seeking feedback on next Strategic Plan
The week in sports
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
Historical on potential Demolition Delay hearings; Select Board on Budget & levy cap issue (plus liquor license for new Mexican restaurant); Conservation Commission hearings; 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
Obituary: Leroy “Lee” P. Watson, 80
Leroy “Lee” P. Watson, 80, of Southborough, died Saturday, December 27, 2025. Read the full article → from Obituary: Leroy “Lee” P. Watson, 80
Reminder: Apply for 2026 NSBORO Story Bridge by Jan 12th
Aspiring storytellers in the NSBORO community are invited to apply to take part in the district's 4th annual program. Participants will learn how to tell their stories for a public showcase.
Reminder: The deadline to apply for the 2026 Story Bridge program is a week from today. Here are details from my original post last month. Read the full article → from Reminder: Apply for 2026 NSBORO Story Bridge by Jan 12th
Transfer Station temporarily closed due to (now extinguished) fire in the hopper
Updated: Now reopened
The Transfer Station was closed this afternoon after a fire broke out in the trash hopper. Read the full article → from Transfer Station temporarily closed due to (now extinguished) fire in the hopper
Obituary: Richard James Maley, 91
Richard J. Maley, age 91, of Southborough MA, passed away in Lincoln MA on Friday, December 26, 2025, ending his long struggle with Alzheimer’s. Read the full article → from Obituary: Richard James Maley, 91
Donate at the Bloodmobile — Jan 8
Get a ¼ zip sweatshirt as thanks for giving the "gift of life".
The community is asked to sign up for time slots with the travelling blood donation center that serves Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Read the full article → from Donate at the Bloodmobile — Jan 8
Free Skate returning to St. Mark’s rink this winter
Southborough Rotary and the private school have teamed up to host two special Open Skate events for the community on January 11th & February 22nd. Donations to the Food Pantry are encouraged.
Southborough Rotary and St. Mark’s School are hosting Free Open Skate sessions this winter. The community is invited to enjoy ice skating on two Sunday afternoons with free refreshments. Read the full article → from Free Skate returning to St. Mark’s rink this winter
Reminder: The 2025 Southborough Resident “Satisfaction” survey is due Wed
The Town is seeking important feedback from residents by December 31st. Input could impact decisions made for Town budgets, and Articles brought to Town Meeting voters.
Reminder: this Wednesday, December 31st, is the deadline for responding to the Town’s annual 2025 Survey. Feedback officials are seeking is needed as they hash out the budgets and Articles they’ll ask voters to approve at the Annual Town Meeting. Plus, it asks for input on improving bureaucratic processes. Read the full article → from Reminder: The 2025 Southborough Resident “Satisfaction” survey is due Wed