Today, the former Selectman posted a comment on this blog claiming that the incident was a mishap with his new phone. Read the full article → from Parry claims alleged porn video incident an accident
News
Join the CSA for locally grown, organic produce (Updated)
Chestnut Hill Farm is promoting the program as a way to connect with the land and farmers, and share in the bounty.
The working farm in Southborough is touting its now officially organic produce, available year round thanks to their greenhouse. Read the full article → from Join the CSA for locally grown, organic produce (Updated)
MWDN: Update on charges against former selectman
Metrowest Daily News posted an update on what happened when the Main Street resident pleaded not guilty at Westborough District Court. Read the full article → from MWDN: Update on charges against former selectman
ARHS Post-Season Update
CMass tourneys are done and MIAA state tourneys have just begun
The Central Mass tourneys played out without Algonquin picking up any more titles this week. But with the posted MIAA state brackets, more teams are slated to enter those tourneys today and tomorrow. Read the full article → from ARHS Post-Season Update
Obituary: Elyse M. Phillipo, 74
Elyse M. Phillipo, 74, of Fayville, MA died peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, May 28, 2023, after a short battle with gastric cancer. Read the full article → from Obituary: Elyse M. Phillipo, 74
Sign up to to “Tell Your Story”
Members of the NSBORO school community (including parents, teen students, and staff) are invited to apply to take part in the district's second Story Bridge.
A week from tonight, the community is invited to a “StoryBridge” event. After months of coaching, ten members of the NSBORO community will tell their personal stories. Read the full article → from Sign up to to “Tell Your Story”
Resident charged for allegedly showing pornographic video to minors
The Southborough Police Department issued a press release covering the arrest of an “elderly male” resident accused of having shown minors a pornographic video on his phone at a downtown restaurant. Read the full article → from Resident charged for allegedly showing pornographic video to minors
Obituary: Nevio “Nick” Castelli, Jr., 72
Nevio “Nick” Castelli, Jr., age 72, a resident of Southborough and formerly of Framingham, died Saturday, May 27, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family. Read the full article → from Obituary: Nevio “Nick” Castelli, Jr., 72
Algonquin: Staff member that was under investigation is “no longer an employee”
Today, Algonquin Regional High School’s Principal updated the community that an unnamed employee who was put on paid leave last week “is no longer a member of our school community”. Read the full article → from Algonquin: Staff member that was under investigation is “no longer an employee”
The week in sports
Boys Tennis are CMass Champs; Lacrosse in CMass Finals; Tennis and Boys Volleyball enter state tourneys
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
Shifstrong Home Run Derby – Saturday
2nd Annual Fundraiser to help "Strike Out ALS" in memory of Brian Shifrin.
In memory of his late father, Southborough teen Charlie Shifrin is putting on a 2nd Annual Home Run Derby. The fun competition is also a fundraiser for ALS ONE. Read the full article → from Shifstrong Home Run Derby – Saturday
The week in government
SHOPC and Conservation Commission
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
Sign up for free Narcan Training on Tuesday
Southborough Public Health is offering free training for using a drug to reverse opioid overdoses
Next week, Southborough Public Health is providing Narcan, and the training required to use it, for free. Read the full article → from Sign up for free Narcan Training on Tuesday
Select Board approves “interim” Flag Policy
Battle Flags can fly in the Old Burial Ground at least until a standing policy is adopted this summer. A new committee will also study how to best honor Revolutionary War veterans.
On Tuesday night, the Select Board adopted an “interim policy” for flying flags on municipal properties it controls. Read the full article → from Select Board approves “interim” Flag Policy