I’m taking another look at the camps being offered in Southborough. focusing on sports camps/clinics — including two I just learned about. Read the full article → from Sign up for Sports Camps/Clinics
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Update on Neary/school building project next steps (Updated)
Select Board members working on committee charge; School Committee discussing environmental safety and grade configurations
The Select Board is still grappling with how to move forward in the aftermath of failed votes for building a new 4-grade Neary School.
Members are still working on drafting a charge for a new K-8 school building/research committee they can find consensus on. Meanwhile two topics on the Southborough School Committee’s agenda this Wednesday could have a big impact on the potential options. Read the full article → from Update on Neary/school building project next steps (Updated)
Post-Season Wrap Up
Highlights from last week’s competitions and what’s on tap this week in high school sports. Read the full article → from Post-Season Wrap Up
The week in government (Updated)
Finalist for NSBORO Director of Support Services; School Committee (on Bus contractor accountability, Final Action Plan Presentation, Environmental Conditions Assessment, and Finn Pickleball Court safety) Grade Configuration and Facilities Plan, ); Conservation Commission hearings
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 (Updated)
Obituary: James Straz, 74
James Straz, 74, known to most as “Papa”, of Southborough passed Thursday June 5th 2025, peacefully at his home after a long battle with lung cancer. Read the full article → from Obituary: James Straz, 74
Art on the Trails Installation — June 14 (Updated)
A week from tomorrow, artists will install works alongside the Beals Preserve trails for the 9th annual Art on the Trails exhibit. Organizers have announced the artists selected to be part of the “Number 9” themed exhibit. Read the full article → from Art on the Trails Installation — June 14 (Updated)
Home Run Derby – Saturday
Algonquin Baseball and Softball is encouraging young players to “hit some dingers” tomorrow and the public to come cheer them on. The Northborough-Southborough youth sports association is holding its annual Home Run Derby this Saturday, June 7th. Read the full article → from Home Run Derby – Saturday
Letter: Withdraw the MSBA application for a new Neary
My Southborough accepts signed letters to the editor submitted by Southborough residents. Letters may be emailed to mysouthborough@gmail.com. Read the full article → from Letter: Withdraw the MSBA application for a new Neary
Obituary: Laura Langord, 56
Laura Langord, 56, of Northborough, MA died peacefully in her sleep at her home on Friday May 30, 2025. Read the full article → from Obituary: Laura Langord, 56
Sign up for Outdoor Pickleball Lessons this summer
Adults ages 18+ can sign up for Beginner 1 or 2 clinics
Southborough Rec is offering two levels of outdoor Pickleball lessons for beginners starting next week. Registration for the early spring session opens tonight. Read the full article → from Sign up for Outdoor Pickleball Lessons this summer
Town honors this year’s crop of Scholarship winners
The Scholarship Advisory Committee posted its annual application for three scholarship opportunities. The Town asked me to share the news.
(And given the issues around Financial Aid this year, this may be in more need than ever.) Read the full article → from Town honors this year’s crop of Scholarship winners
Time to register for summer Rugby (Updated)
NERC will hold evening practices on Southborough fields for the Flag K-6 program and the tackle programs for middle and high schoolers.
The regional program that absorbed Southborough’s youth rugby program is recruiting for players this spring with training kicking off later this month. Read the full article → from Time to register for summer Rugby (Updated)
Reminder: Food Truck Festival Wednesday
Rotary's free community festival continues on Wednesdays through June 11th. Here's a reminder of the fundraising drive and food truck lineup.
Tomorrow is the 3rd part of the Rotary Club of Southborough’s 4 part Food Truck Festival. (It’s forecast to be a hot and sunny one. Fortunately, as always, offerings include ice cream.) Read the full article → from Reminder: Food Truck Festival Wednesday
Food Pantry’s current needs
The Southborough Food Pantry is asking for donations on its updated needs list or financial support to help community members in need.
The Southborough Food Pantry is seeking donations to help their members in need. Read the full article → from Food Pantry’s current needs