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
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CA: Increased reports of “hate, bias” incidents at Algonquin
Last week, school leaders discussed the rise in reported incidents and how they are trying to handle the issue.
Last week, the Regional School Committee meeting heard from Superintendent Martineau about recent reports related to hate/bias incidents.
In his presentation, he specified that seven incidents were reported since the start of this school year. That’s up from the three reported during the same period last year. Read the full article → from CA: Increased reports of “hate, bias” incidents at Algonquin
“Dunkin’ Roundtable” establishes scholarship to honor Southborough manager’s son
Longtime Patrons Celebrate Annual Dunkin’ Holiday Party and Announce Memorial Scholarship
I’m sharing a feelgood story from a group of Southborough community members who call themselves the “Dunkin’ Roundtable”. Read the full article → from “Dunkin’ Roundtable” establishes scholarship to honor Southborough manager’s son
The week in government
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
What’s open and closed over the holidays — 2025
Here’s a list of when our municipal facilities will be closed over the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. Read the full article → from What’s open and closed over the holidays — 2025
Winds cause outages and blocked roadways
The high winds have led to outages across town, impacting traffic lights, and at least two “impassible” roadways. Read the full article → from Winds cause outages and blocked roadways
Letter: Continued Concerns about the Neary Project
[Ed note: My Southborough accepts signed letters to the editor submitted by Southborough residents. Letters may be emailed to mysouthborough@gmail.com.
The following letter is from Amelia Braun.] Read the full article → from Letter: Continued Concerns about the Neary Project
Neighbors For Peace express support for Southborough’s Jewish community
An organizer from Southborough’s Neighbors for Peace group asked me to share a message with readers. Read the full article → from Neighbors For Peace express support for Southborough’s Jewish community
SPD reminders: Internet Safety Transaction zone & Winter parking ban
I’m sharing a couple of important seasonal reminders that the Southborough Police posted on Facebook over the past week. Read the full article → from SPD reminders: Internet Safety Transaction zone & Winter parking ban
School Building Project Update: February Special Town Meeting (Updated – again)
Updated: The meeting is moved to March 2nd
Over the past week, two key committees cast votes related to the Town’s plans for dealing with school building needs. Here are the highlights. Read the full article → from School Building Project Update: February Special Town Meeting (Updated – again)
Holiday Lights Contest: Voting is open and Interactive Map available
It’s time to use Southbrough Recreation’s interactive map to drive by some great holiday light/decorations in town, then vote for your favorites! Read the full article → from Holiday Lights Contest: Voting is open and Interactive Map available
Southborough Public Safety brings Christmas joy to community (Updated)
"Shop with a Cop" for kids and helping Santa ride his sleigh through town
Members of Southborough Police and Fire departments have been embracing and spreading the spirit of Christmas this month. Read the full article → from Southborough Public Safety brings Christmas joy to community (Updated)
2026 NSBORO Story Bridge
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.
The Northborough-Southborough Public Schools are seeking community members interested in participating in the district’s third annual “Story Bridge”. Applicants will be selected to participate in meetings to prepare them to tell stories from their own lives on stage this spring. Read the full article → from 2026 NSBORO Story Bridge
The week in sports
Algonquin winter sports is off to a stellar start. Read the full article → from The week in sports