On Sunday, Neighbors for Peace held a community Candlelight Vigil. As I previously promoted, the focus was on the situation in Israel and the Gaza strip. Read the full article → from CA: Southborough vigil calls for end to hostilities in Gaza strip
News
Town newsletter & communications
The Town Administrator’s office asked me to share with readers their new newsletter for residents/the community.
While I’m at it, I’m also sharing information about a misleading image some readers may be seeing when they visit the Town website. Read the full article → from Town newsletter & communications
Last chance to win 4 great seats to Celtics v Nets (while supporting Southborough families)
Friends of Southborough Youth Commission is raffling off donated tickets to an upcoming Celtics game. The deadline is 10/31 and the seats are well worth the donations.
Tickets being raffled for an upcoming Friday night Celtics v Nets game aren’t in the nosebleeds. Read the full article → from Last chance to win 4 great seats to Celtics v Nets (while supporting Southborough families)
Register to enjoy a night of Mindful Art
SYFS has opened registration for a free, fun night of painting and "self-care" for adults in a few weeks.
Southborough Youth & Family Services, with funding from the Southborough Cultural Arts Council, is offering a night of art with “friends, fun, and self-care.” Read the full article → from Register to enjoy a night of Mindful Art
The week in sports (Updated)
Titans XC CMASS Champs; CMADA tourneys underway this week
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 (Updated)
Obituary: TJ Thomas, 41
Thomas J. (TJ) Thomas, 41, passed away Wednesday, October 18, 2023, at home in Dorchester, MA. He was the son of Lynda J. Thomas of Falmouth, MA and Thomas G. Thomas of Port Orange, FL. Read the full article → from Obituary: TJ Thomas, 41
The week in government
Select Board Hearing on Public Shade Tree Policy changes, 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
St. Mark’s Park (and street) project back on track
Officials are rejoicing that the project that put them at odds with vocal critics is finally close to completion two years after digging started. Read the full article → from St. Mark’s Park (and street) project back on track
Car dumped into the DPW trash hopper
I missed the big news in town yesterday afternoon posted on social media by Town public safety departments. A car somehow ended up in the big trash pit at the Southborough Transfer Station. Read the full article → from Car dumped into the DPW trash hopper
Household Hazardous Waste Day (& Electronic Recycling) – Saturday
If you’ve been looking forward to Household Hazardous Waste Day to clean out your garage/shed, head to the DPW Garage this Saturday. But note the event limitations. Read the full article → from Household Hazardous Waste Day (& Electronic Recycling) – Saturday
Town consolidating Retiree health insurance plans
The Select Board voted for "win-win" savings, while some skeptical retirees publicly worried about losing their ability to choose between Medicare supplement plans.
Last week, the Select Board voted to shift from offering retired Town employees 5 health plan options to just one. The consolidation is expected to save money for both the Town and the retirees while offering better benefits. But some former employees publicly worried that the pitch is too good to be true. Read the full article → from Town consolidating Retiree health insurance plans
Southborough family challenges public to “Conquer the Course”
A charity formed by a Southborough couple is raising funds to fight pediatric cancer through a walk/run at Wachusett Mountain.
A charity formed by a Southborough family asks the public to join their fight against cancer by participating in an obstacle walk/run on November 4th. Read the full article → from Southborough family challenges public to “Conquer the Course”
Apply to get your family’s “Winter Wishes” granted
Next Wednesday is the deadline to apply to receive support through this winter's giving program coordinated by SYFS
Every year, Southborough Youth & Family Services coordinates a program to support residents in need prior to the holidays. The deadline for residents to apply to be recipients is October 25th. Read the full article → from Apply to get your family’s “Winter Wishes” granted
Share your opinions on the Library Building
Zoom into the Nov 2nd "Virtual Forum" and/or fill out the survey by Nov 9th
The Library is collecting community feedback on its building and “the services, amenities, and space” it provides. There is one last public forum (over zoom) and an online survey. Read the full article → from Share your opinions on the Library Building