Last night, the Select Board announced that the finalist they had selected for Southborough Public Works Superintendent has decided to stay where he is. Read the full article → from Town reopening DPW Superintendent search
News
Obituary: Andrew Seto, 53
Andrew Seto, 53, of Southborough, died Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at his home in Southborough, MA. Read the full article → from Obituary: Andrew Seto, 53
Love your Library: Donate Online to the Friends
The Friends of the Southborough Library has launched donation by PayPal
Since one of the other hats I wear is President of The Friends of the Southborough Library, I’m excited to share our latest news.
We have finally launched an option to donate to the Friends through PayPal Read the full article → from Love your Library: Donate Online to the Friends
Rep Donaghue holding local office hours – Friday
Our new State Rep is also promoting having already sponsored/filed several bills.
Residents are invited to take advantage of local Office Hours in Southborough this Friday afternoon for State Representative Kate Donaghue.
The newly sworn in Representative for our district also shared information on the bills she has already sponsored or cosponsored. Read the full article → from Rep Donaghue holding local office hours – Friday
Police Update: Lt Appointment; School Officer retiring and more
Former finalist for Chief recommended as 2nd-in-command; DARE Officer's retirement, and statement about video of Memphis police brutality
Tonight, the Select Board is scheduled to appoint the Police Lieutenant with the recommendation to promote Sgt Sean McCarthy. Officer Kevin Landry’s retirement has been announced. Read the full article → from Police Update: Lt Appointment; School Officer retiring and more
State Police searched reservoir in Southborough for missing person
A search of the Sudbury Reservoir near the Marlborough border didn't turn up any evidence on the man missing since January 22nd.
The police are searching for a missing man from Ware, last seen nine days ago in Marlborough near the Southborough border. Anyone with information is asked to contact Marlborough Police. Read the full article → from State Police searched reservoir in Southborough for missing person
The week in sports
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
The week in government
Select Board on FY24Budget and St Mark's land swap agreement; Council on Aging on mission and priorities
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
Obituary: Deborah (Mendes) Lupacchino, 70
Deborah (Mendes) Lupacchino, 70, of Southborough, MA and Naples, FL, died Friday, January 27, 2023, at her home in Southborough. Read the full article → from Obituary: Deborah (Mendes) Lupacchino, 70
St Mark’s Park Update: Land Swap MOU and Design Planning (Updated)
Board may vote Tuesday on legal agreement that has raised concerns; Group working towards agreeing on design without spending more on concept plans
The Select Board is scheduled to approve a legal agreement for a land swap with St. Mark’s School. But some have raised concerns about the timing and wording that leaves an underlying “license” for the road, park, and parking lot project in place if Town Meeting rejects the swap. Read the full article → from St Mark’s Park Update: Land Swap MOU and Design Planning (Updated)
SAM to broadcast hybrid of meetings of select Town boards
New equipment offers the hope of better audio for Select, Planning, and Zoning boards' in-person meetings that allow remote participation.
Southborough Access Media confirmed that it has successfully completed upgrades to its equipment in the Town House Hearing Room. Read the full article → from SAM to broadcast hybrid of meetings of select Town boards
Seeking Art & Ideas for Mental Health Awareness Month
SYFS has asked the community to start getting inspired, to share ideas and/or create art.
Every spring, Southborough Youth & Family Services uses May to promote Mental Health Awareness. In advance, SYFS is reaching out to ask community members to help.
The agency is seeking ideas and calling for art. Read the full article → from Seeking Art & Ideas for Mental Health Awareness Month
Sign up to Give at the Blood Mobile
A Blood Mobile will be visiting Southborough. Residents are encouraged to donate life saving blood.
A Southborough resident has organized another visit from the Blood Mobile that serves Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Read the full article → from Sign up to Give at the Blood Mobile
Job listings
Camp Counselors and other full-time summer jobs, year-round part-time jobs, and a long-term substitute
Last week, I shared some Camp Counselor positions at Fay. It turns out that both the Town and Chestnut Hill Farm are also advertising for Counselors — and the farm is also seeking applicants for other part-time and full-time positions.
While I’m sharing those, I’m also adding the latest NSBORO posting. Read the full article → from Job listings