I’m overdue on updating how the Titans are playing in this week’s Central Mass tourneys. Read the full article → from ARHS CMass Tourneys Update
ARHS CMass Tourneys Update
News
Select Board puts ticking clock on saving the downtown Gazebo (Updated)
The board gave the public 2 weeks to come up with ideas/take on responsibility for moving the structure from the Main Street property.
On Tuesday, the Select Board determined that they aren’t interested in preserving the gazebo on the Town’s old Main Street property. They are willing to give the public a chance to come up with a solution for saving it. But they put a 2 week deadline on getting that feedback. Read the full article → from Select Board puts ticking clock on saving the downtown Gazebo (Updated)
Photo Gallery: YES! Art Contest winners
Check out what kids love about Southborough
The public is invited to see how young contest winners depicted what they love about their hometown. Read the full article → from Photo Gallery: YES! Art Contest winners
ARHS gym teacher being investigated for “racially insensitive” comments on video
Algonquin announced an employee was placed on paid leave after receiving tips from students about a video.
Today, an Algonquin Regional High School phys ed teacher was placed on paid administrative leave pending an investigation into a “concerning video”. Read the full article → from ARHS gym teacher being investigated for “racially insensitive” comments on video
Letter: Old Burial Ground battle flags divide us
The following letter to the editor is from St. Mark’s Church’s Reverend Phil LaBelle to declare his “act of solidarity with those for whom the historic battle flags in the Old Burial Ground are hurtful” by not attending Southborough’s Memorial Day commemoration. Read the full article → from Letter: Old Burial Ground battle flags divide us
Memorial Day observances
The traditional Flag replacement at the Rural Cemetery will take place Friday 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
Job listings
Local TV Productions & Technical Manager; Police Officer; Full-time teaching/tutoring jobs
I received another posting of jobs available in Southborough. Read the full article → from Job listings
ARHS uniform rebrand accelerating thanks to $50K donation (Updated)
The school won a "Uniform Makeover" contest that will speed up the timeline for shifting from T-Hawks themed designs to Titans.
On Friday, the Superintendent announced, “nearly all Algonquin teams will have a unified athletic brand in less than a year.” Read the full article → from ARHS uniform rebrand accelerating thanks to $50K donation (Updated)
Panel Discussion for LGBTQ+ Allies
A Pride Month event is planned for parents, guardians, friends and allies of LGBTQ+ community members
SYFS is organizing a panel discussion to support LGBTQ+ community members and their loved ones. Read the full article → from Panel Discussion for LGBTQ+ Allies
Flagg Road traffic to be rerouted on Tuesday
The Town issued an alert that traffic on Flagg Road won’t be able to pass through the section Lovers Lane and Red Gate Lane for several hours tomorrow. Fortunately, it won’t be during rush hours. Read the full article → from Flagg Road traffic to be rerouted on Tuesday
The week in sports
Track wins League Championship; Titans teams in Central Mass tourneys 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
Sign up for (or sponsor) Cheer Camp
ARHS' Cheer team is promoting the annual camp for 5-14 year olds. They are also seeking sponsors for the camp t-shirts.
Algonquin varsity coaches and cheerleaders are putting on their annual Cheer camp the week after school gets out. Read the full article → from Sign up for (or sponsor) Cheer Camp
The week in government (Updated)
Planning Board on Fayville Hall; Board of Health on Odor Complaint; Select Board on potential flag policy
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)
Town Website Upgrade changes (and hiccups)
On Wednesday, the Town moved over to a new online platform. I’m pointing out adjustments some actively engaged community members may want to make as a result of changes (and yet to be resolved glitches). Read the full article → from Town Website Upgrade changes (and hiccups)