In a previous article, I shared the Trottier Middle School teacher perspective on the civics projects that are mandated for eighth grade students in Massachusetts. Recently, I followed up to hear directly from some NSBORO students about their experiences. Read the full article → from Eighth Graders Speak to the value of Civics Projects (Updated)
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Rotary’s Food Truck Festival lineup
Rotary announced which trucks will be at the free community festival tonight and the next two Wednesdays
On a gorgeous day like today, who feels like being cooped up in the kitchen cooking? Fortunately, you have a good reason not to. Read the full article → from Rotary’s Food Truck Festival lineup
ARHS Social Studies Dept on accomplishments
During the Regional School Committee’s April meeting, Algonquin History Department Director Brittany Burns took main stage, discussing past accomplishments of the department and eyeing future developments. Read the full article → from ARHS Social Studies Dept on accomplishments
ARHS Sports Postseason (Updated)
Boys LAX CMass Champs, Track earns 2nd & 3rd place at States, and Tennis and Rugby entering State playoffs
Algonquin Boys Lacrosse are the Central Mass Champs, Outdoor Track teams earned high scores at States, and more Gonk teams are about to enter state playoffs starting today. Read the full article → from ARHS Sports Postseason (Updated)
The week in government
Library Board of Trustees on library building program; Neary School Building Finance Subcommittee, 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
Memorial Day observances (Updated)
The traditional Flag replacement at the Rural Cemetery will take place this evening. The annual parade and ceremony are on Monday morning.
Here is the information you need to observe Memorial Day in Southborough. Events begin with the annual flag placement in the rural cemetery Friday night. Read the full article → from Memorial Day observances (Updated)
Obituary: Helen (Kofos) Clasby, 92
Helen (Kofos) Clasby passed away after a brief illness on May 19, 2024, in Providence, Rhode Island. Read the full article → from Obituary: Helen (Kofos) Clasby, 92
Obituary: Michael James Gasparoni, 58
Michael James Gasparoni, 58 of Arcadia, Florida (formerly Rutland,MA and Southborough, MA), died on May 1,2024 after a brief illness. Read the full article → from Obituary: Michael James Gasparoni, 58
ARHS Tourney Update
Boys Lacrosse in CMass Finals, Golf 2nd for CMass, and details on Track's State Championship competition
On Tuesday and Wednesday, Algonquin students competed in three CMass tournaments. I’m giving an update on those results, and details on more competitions to come this week. Read the full article → from ARHS Tourney Update
Eldridge thanks community for making 43rd annual Senior Conference possible
In April senior citizens were welcomed to the annual conference hosted by our district’s state senator. His office asked me to share a letter of thanks to the Assabet Valley Regional Technical high school community for helping to put it on, and the sponsors and participants. Read the full article → from Eldridge thanks community for making 43rd annual Senior Conference possible
Reminder: The Food Truck Festival opens today!
The free community festival run by Southborough Rotary returns today
On a gorgeous day like today, who feels like being cooped up in the kitchen cooking? Fortunately, you have a good reason not to. Read the full article → from Reminder: The Food Truck Festival opens today!
St. Mark’s pastor promoted to Bishop
Rev. Phil LaBelle was elected Bishop for the Olympia Diocese
A Southborough Episcopal Priest has been elected Bishop for western Washington. After 13 years serving at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, Rev. Philip LaBelle will be relocating for his new post this summer. Read the full article → from St. Mark’s pastor promoted to Bishop
Historic House Sign program — apply ASAP (Updated)
Owners of qualifying historic homes can apply for a free sign from the Historical Commission.
After a long hiatus, Historical Commission is promoting its relaunched Historic House Sign Program. It is encouraging owners of qualifying homes to apply prior to June 30th to receive a free sign. Read the full article → from Historic House Sign program — apply ASAP (Updated)
120 Turnpike Road: Compromise in discussion
A 40B developer floated an alternate vision for one of his projects — a taller building, but set further away from abutting Breakneck Hill Conservation Land
At this week’s Planning Board meeting, the board and public weighed in on a potential compromise for a 40B project abutting Breakneck Hill Conservation Land. There were still details some were still a little wary about. But it appeared to have some general support, at least directionally. Read the full article → from 120 Turnpike Road: Compromise in discussion