Both the Southborough Police Department and the Fire Department recently got word that grants they applied for have been approved. Read the full article → from Town receives over $110K in grants for public safety
On the market this week in Southborough
What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week in Southborough
Friends of the Library Socks Fundraiser
This fall buy snazzy, cozy socks that will make you want to kick up your feet and read!
For a limited time this fall, The Friends of the Southborough Library are selling socks to show off your love for the library while raising funds for future programs, museum passes, and more. Read the full article → from Friends of the Library Socks Fundraiser
School Buildings Update
A recap of Tuesday night's presentation and the data the Select Board will be considering when deciding next steps on maintentance and any projects for the K-8 school buildings.
On Tuesday night, the Select Board heard the final report from the PreK-8 School Building Committee. The committee gave them a lot of data to reflect on when the board decides what next steps to take.
Here’s my high level overview of the picture presented and highlights from the meeting. Read the full article → from School Buildings Update
Free Volleyball Clinics for 6th-8th graders, starting this Sunday
Sign up quickly for the clinic series to "elevate" players skills.
Fay School is encouraging kids who like Volleyball to “take their skills to the next level” this fall Read the full article → from Free Volleyball Clinics for 6th-8th graders, starting this Sunday
Save the Date for Trunk or Treat — October 25th
The Firefighters and Recreation are teaming up again for another big Halloween celebration for families. And Rec is seeking candy donations to help support the fun.
The community is invited to take part in the 5th annual Trunk or Treat — the free Halloween festivities put on by the Southborough Firefighters Association and Southborough Recreation — on the Saturday before Halloween. Leading up to the event, Southborough Rec is seeking donations of candy to pass out. Read the full article → from Save the Date for Trunk or Treat — October 25th
Puzzle Competition at the Library
Puzzle lovers ages 7+ (including families) are invited to go head to head at this fall's competition
The Southborough Library is organizing another “Puzzle Competition” in two weeks. Pre-registration is required for the free event. Read the full article → from Puzzle Competition at the Library
SPD Warning about area car break-ins & seeking ID of motorcycle driver
Over the past day, Southborough Police issued two, unrelated alerts. One warns residents to lock vehicles and secure items. The other seeks help IDing a person "in relation to" an incident last month.
This morning, the Southborough Police Department issued a public warning about a rash of vehicle break-ins in surrounding towns that should prompt residents to be more careful about their cars and valuables.
And yesterday evening, the SPD issued an unrelated request for help, identifying the motorcycle operator in photos they posted. Read the full article → from SPD Warning about area car break-ins & seeking ID of motorcycle driver
Stop by the Gardeners’ booth at Heritage Day (Updated)
The Southborough Gardeners are promoting their booth on the field at Heritage Day. Read the full article → from Stop by the Gardeners’ booth at Heritage Day (Updated)
Melanoma Awareness Talk — October 15th
Online or at the Library, "Learn How to Protect Yourself and Your Family" from a deadly form of cancer that is curable if diagnosed in time.
A week from tonight, the community is invited to watch a presentation on Early Self Detection and Prevention of Melanoma.
The talk will be hosted by the Rotary Club of Southborough. You can choose to view the presentation at the Southborough Library, or on your own, virtually. Read the full article → from Melanoma Awareness Talk — October 15th
KofC Soccer Challenge at Heritage Day (Updated)
Free penalty kick competition for 6-16 year olds
Soccer-loving kids and teens can make penalty shots in an effort to win Knights of Columbus’ Soccer Challenge. Read the full article → from KofC Soccer Challenge at Heritage Day (Updated)
Halloween Themed Coloring Contest for Kids
Southborough Rec is offering another seasonal coloring contest. Read the full article → from Halloween Themed Coloring Contest for Kids
Obituary: Barbara Glynn
Barbara Ann Glynn, of Southborough, passed away in the comfort of her home on September 30, 2025. Read the full article → from Obituary: Barbara Glynn
Updated PreK-8 School Building Committee docs for tonight’s report
The PreK-8 School Building Committee has updated and added documents for its presentation to the Select Board tonight. This is expected to be the committee’s final report. Read the full article → from Updated PreK-8 School Building Committee docs for tonight’s report