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
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)
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
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
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
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
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!
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
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)
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
Algonquin students have taken action after finding out that math teacher Benjamin Burger has not been asked to return for the 2024-2025 school year. Read the full article → from Non-Renewal of Algonquin Teacher’s Contract Ignites Student Backlash
Last summer, I shared news on American Legion’s Northboro’s baseball team, which features many players from Southborough and Algonquin Regional. Tonight, the program is holding a fundraiser at a local restaurant. Read the full article → from Restaurant fundraiser for local American League Baseball team Tonight
On June 15th artists, will install works alongside the Beals Preserve trails for the 8th annual Art on the Trails exhibit. Organizers have announced the artists selected to be part of the “Legacy” themed exhibit. Read the full article → from Art on the Trails Installation — June 15
The Southborough Police Department is issuing a warning after a Black Bear was spotted on in Southborough, ” in various locations on the South side of town (Hopkinton/Ashland border). Read the full article → from SPD: Black Bear alert