Stories related to Southborough Public Schools, Algonquin Regional High School, and Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School.
The Neary Building Committee scheduled two public forums for this week to pitch to the public about why they think the project is the right path for the Town’s educational system. Read the full article → from Neary Building Project Forum focusing on “Educational Benefits” & design — Thursday
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
On Monday night, voters are being asked to approve budgets and spending Articles that impact taxes for next year and beyond. Before voting on Monday, I wanted to better understand the Town’s financial outlook and what it will mean both with and without the building project. I’m sharing with readers what I learned. Read the full article → from What tax increases are we facing with, and without, the Neary Building Project?
It’s time to nominate those who have gone the distance for children with 504 Plans or IEPs over the past year. Read the full article → from Go the Distance Awards 2025 nominations window is open
My Southborough accepts signed letters to the editor submitted by Southborough residents. Letters may be emailed to mysouthborough@gmail.com.
The following letter is from a group of 22 Southborough residents. Read the full article → from Letter: Why We’re Voting Yes on the New Neary
The Southborough Gardeners are bringing back a popular past event — their fabulous “Art in Bloom” exhibit. Each participating gardener crafts a floral display “interpreting” a work of art. Read the full article → from Enjoy “Art in Bloom” at next week’s Opening Gala
This month, St. Mark’s School is holding its annual jazz festival. Read the full article → from Cutler Jazz Festival — April 13th
The Northborough Southborough Special Education Parent Advisory Council (NSPAC) is inviting the public to its General Meeting a week from Thursday. This time, the featured discussion will be with the Southborough and Northborough Police Chiefs. Read the full article → from NSPAC Meeting with Police Chiefs — April 10
Between changing messages from the Town over meeting locations, and an error in a post I ran this morning, the public may be confused about when and where some of this week’s meetings on the big building project are taking place. Read the full article → from Clarifying Neary School Building Project Meeting Schedule
This week, Algonquin spring sports are truly kicking off with a slew of season openers. Read the full article → from The week in sports
Trustees asked me to announce this year’s application window is open for Choate Fund Recreation Grants. Read the full article → from Choate’s Public Recreation grant funding available
Sharing highlights from the latest issue of NSBORO’s “the beat” and an update on a more recent, impressive performance by an Algonquin musical group. Read the full article → from Musical highlights from NSBORO Schools
The Neary Building Committee will be holding more presentations and forums to answer voters’ questions about the big project to build a new four grade school.
I’m sharing that information along with updates on the project, including touted benefits and organized opposition. Read the full article → from Neary School Building Project Overview & Update (Updated – Again)
Updated (3/26/25 10:19 am): Since initially posting this story, I discovered that the Town has posted new budget documents. I’ve updated the story to reflect new figures.
At the Annual Town Meeting in just under two weeks, the Select Board is expected to ask voters to pass a budget that would create an estimated 7.47% increase in homeowner’s tax bills next year. It’s the largest spike since this blog has been covering Southborough Town government. Read the full article → from Town Meeting to ask for 7.7% 7.5% increase for 2026 taxes (Updated- Again)