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The week in government
Planning Board; Select Board & School Committee on school building projects next steps; School Committee on Finn & Neary Principals search process; Conservation Commission hearing on Willow St culvert; 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
Boros Unified Ballers — Thursday (Updated)
A fundraiser will feature a good natured competition between ARHS Unified Basketball and Northborough First Responders
ARHS’ Unified Basketball will play First Responders in its second annual fundraiser. Read the full article → from Boros Unified Ballers — Thursday (Updated)
Town receives grant for Downtown “Branding & Wayfinding” project
The $30K state grant will help with economic development efforts downtown. Larger grants the Town applied for to help with Rte 9 development were denied.
Southborough has been awarded a “Massachusetts Downtown Initiative” grant, covering $30,000 worth of technical assistance for a Branding & Wayfinding project. Read the full article → from Town receives grant for Downtown “Branding & Wayfinding” project
Veterans Day on Tuesday
Southborough holds its annual observances on the day of the holiday.
As always, Southborough residents are invited to honor our country’s veterans at a Veterans Day Observance on November 11. Read the full article → from Veterans Day on Tuesday
Post-Season Update: XC still running; Field Hockey and Boys Soccer out (Updated)
ARHS Cross Country came in 2nd at their League Championships last month. This weekend, they head to the Divisional Championships
Two out of three Algonquin varsity teams are advancing to the next round of MIAA Division 1 playoffs tomorrow. In all three games, the lower seed team triumphed.
That’s something the Titans will hope is a trend as they face top seed competitors this Wednesday. Read the full article → from Post-Season Update: XC still running; Field Hockey and Boys Soccer out (Updated)
Gobble Wobble Volunteers Needed (Walkers & Runners also welcome!)
Friends of Rec is seeking volunteers to help with its only annual fundraiser. (Of course, race participants are also needed!)
When I originally posted news about this year’s Gobble Wobble, I included the wrong link in one place for volunteer signup. So, I’m promoting the request for volunteers again, along with a reminder of the event details.
Or, help out organizers of the annual feel good community event by joining the flock of volunteers who make the annual fundraiser possible. Read the full article → from Gobble Wobble Volunteers Needed (Walkers & Runners also welcome!)
Southborough Youth & Family Services Fall newsletter
SYFS spotlights support for veterans, gratitude, Seasonal Affective Disorder, and maintaining Mindfulness, plus upcoming programs in November & December.
Southborough Youth & Family Services asked me to share news about the second issue of the bi-monthly newsletter relaunched earlier this fall. Read the full article → from Southborough Youth & Family Services Fall newsletter
Obituary: Carolyn M. (White) Kennedy, 83
Carolyn M. Kennedy 83, died peacefully on Friday, October 31, 2025 in Southborough surrounded by her loving family. Read the full article → from Obituary: Carolyn M. (White) Kennedy, 83
Obituary: Judy (Skelton) Langord, 81
Judy Langord, 81, of Brunswick, ME, and formerly of Southborough, MA, died peacefully on Friday, October 31, 2025, with family by her side. Read the full article → from Obituary: Judy (Skelton) Langord, 81
Help fulfill families’ Winter Wishes
Southborough Youth & Family Services (and their friends) are again asking residents (who can afford to) to give a boost to families in town experiencing financial anxiety during a tough time of year.
Donations will be most helpful for this year’s Winter Wishes program if you get them in soon! Read the full article → from Help fulfill families’ Winter Wishes
Post-Season Update: Field Hockey and Boys Soccer still playing
Two out of three Algonquin varsity teams are advancing to the next round of MIAA Division 1 playoffs tomorrow. In all three games, the lower seed team triumphed.
That’s something the Titans will hope is a trend as they face top seed competitors this Wednesday. Read the full article → from Post-Season Update: Field Hockey and Boys Soccer still playing
SFD provided support at Milford’s 4 alarm fire
You may have heard about a massive fire in downtown Milford yesterday evening. The Southborough Fire Department was among the responders supporting Milford’s efforts. Read the full article → from SFD provided support at Milford’s 4 alarm fire
Donate at the Bloodmobile — Thursday (Updated)
Get a gift card in exchange 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 — Thursday (Updated)