Edna G. (Lewis) Polanik, 95, of Dracut, died Monday, Nov. 20, 2023, at her home in Dracut, MA. Read the full article → from Obituary: Edna G. (Lewis) Polanik, 95
Obituary: Edna G. (Lewis) Polanik, 95
News
Update on Park Central at ZBA
This Wednesday night, the Zoning Board of Appeals will reopen its 40B permit hearing for the proposed building of 200 condo units on the Park Central site. The planned focus of the discussion are some of the most controversial elements to the project – the developer’s purported violation of terms agreed to with abutters agreed to in a prior “Covenant” and traffic the project will generate on backroads.
At the opening hearing in October, the board laid out a process for the hearing, heard a presentation on the overall project, and asked about the impact of litigation over the covenant. Read the full article → from Update on Park Central at ZBA
It’s time to book NSBORO Preschool screenings
The district’s integrated preschool screening for the next school year is January 12th. Appointments are required. Read the full article → from It’s time to book NSBORO Preschool screenings
Obituary: Jiewen Hu, 84
It’s with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jiewen Hu, 84, of Southborough, on Monday, November 20, 2023. Read the full article → from Obituary: Jiewen Hu, 84
Holiday giving drives in Southborough
In honor of Giving Tuesday, I’m running my annual roundup of holiday collection drives in town. Read the full article → from Holiday giving drives in Southborough
Feel Better Fitness class for ages 55+ on Tuesdays
Starting tomorrow, Southborough Recreation is offering a specialized fitness class for residents ages 55 years and older. Read the full article → from Feel Better Fitness class for ages 55+ on Tuesdays
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
Planning Board meeting, SCAC vote on grants, ZBA Hearing on Park Central, 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
NSBORO asking for Wellness Day feedback by Friday
NSBORO’s Wellness Day survey announced last Tuesday needs to be completed by this Friday. It is targeted to school parents, students, faculty, and staff to find out what worked well and what needs work. Read the full article → from NSBORO asking for Wellness Day feedback by Friday
Shop Local for the holidays and support Small Business Saturday
Shop Local to support Southborough business owners throughout the holiday season
Every year, I encourage readers to support Small Business Saturday by shopping local. (Although, there’s no real reason you have to wait until tomorrow!) Read the full article → from Shop Local for the holidays and support Small Business Saturday
Thanksgiving reminders
Here are a few reminders as we head into the holiday. Read the full article → from Thanksgiving reminders
Residents to perform in the Macy’s Parade and the Nutcracker
I received news about residents involved in two special, traditional holiday entertainment events over the Thanksgiving weekend. Read the full article → from Residents to perform in the Macy’s Parade and the Nutcracker
Southborough Gardeners Wreaths
Order your wreaths from the Gardeners for delivery by December 7th
This year, the Gardeners are selling three styles of wreaths to deck your doors. Read the full article → from Southborough Gardeners Wreaths
Thanksgiving Holiday Closures
Town Hours for the holiday
Here’s a list of when our municipal facilities will be closed for the holiday. Read the full article → from Thanksgiving Holiday Closures