Normally, I try to organize news roundups by topic. But today, it’s just a hodgepodge of stories that popped up I want to share before I sign off to enjoy Christmas. Read the full article → from A mishmosh of town news: No Special Town Meeting, teacher suing district, Town Clerk interview
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Students recognized for community spirit (updated)
Three students recognized for their hard work, dedication, and commitment of preservation in town. Read the full article → from Students recognized for community spirit (updated)
Hire princesses for your princess
Two teen entrepreneurs are making the most of the Frozen craze. The girls are marketing themselves for local children’s birthday parties. Read the full article → from Hire princesses for your princess
Roundup of resident celebrity news: A diva’s triumphant return, a centennial birthday, the Bird Man of Southborough, and a news legend
Local media has profiled and/or photographed some of our town’s celebrities. These include our own “Bird Man”, a successful musician, a 100-year resident, and the passing of a legend with Southborough ties. Read the full article → from Roundup of resident celebrity news: A diva’s triumphant return, a centennial birthday, the Bird Man of Southborough, and a news legend
SWL: Southborough man drowned
Immediately after posting the obituary on Vasilios Vassilakis, I read this tragic story from Southborough Wicked Local about the 49 year old father of five. Read the full article → from SWL: Southborough man drowned
SWL: Students remind peers of community’s loss
This Monday will mark a tragic anniversary. October 13, 2005 is the day that Southborough teens Meghan and Shauna Murphy died in a car crash.
Southborough Wicked Local ran a story last month on efforts by Algonquin’s Leah Johnston and Hannah Mooney to share with peers a lesson learned from the tragedy. Read the full article → from SWL: Students remind peers of community’s loss
“Education” Roundup: Educator honored, cultural exchange, graduate, and skateboard class
Some stories I missed in the media recently relating to Southborough. These all have some tie to education. Read the full article → from “Education” Roundup: Educator honored, cultural exchange, graduate, and skateboard class
Photo Gallery: Scouts earned Eagle ranking by helping residents better commune with nature
Two Troop 1 Scouts earn highest Boy Scout ranking Read the full article → from Photo Gallery: Scouts earned Eagle ranking by helping residents better commune with nature
Historic Southborough: Homeowners take advantage of commissions’ sign program
Homeowners take advantage of Southborough’s Historic Home Sign program. Read the full article → from Historic Southborough: Homeowners take advantage of commissions’ sign program
Pushing yourself while pushing a cause – October 11th fundraisers
The Saturday after next, two great fundraisers are taking place. One will run through Southborough. The other is run by Southborough residents. Read the full article → from Pushing yourself while pushing a cause – October 11th fundraisers
Country music star with town roots to perform on Heritage Day
Southborough recording artist to perform on Heritage Day Read the full article → from Country music star with town roots to perform on Heritage Day
Southborough athlete gets Worcester’s key
Last Tuesday, Southborough’s Aiden O’Shea and his hurling team were awarded the key to the City of Worcester. It was part of a ceremony declaring September 16th, Worcester Gaelic Athletic Club Day. Read the full article → from Southborough athlete gets Worcester’s key
Southborough resident’s loved ones have A Reason to Ride this Sunday – you can help
This Sunday, a group of long-time friends with Southborough roots are cycling for a personal cause. Read the full article → from Southborough resident’s loved ones have A Reason to Ride this Sunday – you can help
Roundup of professional news: “New” Library Director, doctors merge, busy attorney, underground kitchen and fingerprinting brains
I’m rounding up recent stories and some that fell through the cracks this summer. The common thread here is Southborough-related businesses and professionals. Read the full article → from Roundup of professional news: “New” Library Director, doctors merge, busy attorney, underground kitchen and fingerprinting brains