What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week in Southborough
On the market this week in Southborough
Southborough natives compete for national/international glory on ice
Two former Southborough residents have been spending a lot of time on with their partners on the ice this winter to prepare for major competitions. One is now headed to his first Olympic competition, and the other just competed at a national championship. Read the full article → from Southborough natives compete for national/international glory on ice
“Small Things” Art Reception this Saturday (Updated)
Saturday evening, the downtown art studio will hold another art reception. The event will feature paintings by Southborough native Kassandra Hostage. Read the full article → from “Small Things” Art Reception this Saturday (Updated)
Costco Update: AG’s office pauses bylaw approval while looking into resident’s “spot zoning” complaint
This week, representatives for Costco and the property owners of 21 Coslin Drive updated the Planning Board on their plans to build a Costco in Southborough.
In the meeting, the board discussed a complication in the legal process. The Attorney General’s office held up its approval of the zoning bylaw revision that the project hinges on. The state is taking a closer look based on a complaint letter claiming the bylaw is illegal “spot zoning”. Read the full article → from Costco Update: AG’s office pauses bylaw approval while looking into resident’s “spot zoning” complaint
Jon Stewart helps NECC promote its 50 years of compassionate work
A celebrity-narrated video and magazine detail more of NECC's work and progress over the past 50 years (and soon-to-be 40 years in Southborough).
This week, NECC issued a 50th Anniversary Edition of their magazine “Insight”. It included more details chronicling the 50 years of work and progress. It also spotlights the “nearly 100” employees who have worked at the center for more than 20 years and why they stay.
Plus, a video narrated by Jon Stewart (host of the Daily Show) touts why NECC is “One Powerful Place”. Read the full article → from Jon Stewart helps NECC promote its 50 years of compassionate work
Decorate your own custom Book Bag — Feb 12
Adults and teens are invited to sign up for the free crafting event.
The Southborough Library is bringing back a popular crafter to run an event in two weeks. This one is geared for older participants than the Crafternoon series she leads.
The craft workshop is geared for teens and adults ages 12 and older. Read the full article → from Decorate your own custom Book Bag — Feb 12
NSBORO Schools Seeking Volunteers for AI Study Group
The Northborough-Southborough Public Schools is putting together a study group to make recommendations for how district should deal with AI’s impacts on education and appropriate use of it in schools. Read the full article → from NSBORO Schools Seeking Volunteers for AI Study Group
Wick Choral Festival next week (Updated)
Enjoy two nights of a cappella singing at St. Mark's School
Southborough residents are invited to a enjoy a weekend of a cappella music at St. Mark’s featuring groups from area high schools, as well as college ensembles. Read the full article → from Wick Choral Festival next week (Updated)
SFD is again asking community to “Adopt a Hydrant”
Both before the storm hit, and as it was waning, the Southborough Fire Department asked the public to help them help us. And the crew’s response to a recent house fire is a reminder of why the initiative is important. Read the full article → from SFD is again asking community to “Adopt a Hydrant”
SPD ask for help with hit & run; announce unrelated rescue of woman from alleged kidnapper
The Southborough Police Department issued two announcements on Facebook over the past few days. One asks the public to help identify a truck involved in a crash. The other is about their rescue of a woman reportedly in danger. Read the full article → from SPD ask for help with hit & run; announce unrelated rescue of woman from alleged kidnapper
Snow Day: Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Surprise!
I just got the surprise, early morning phone call. It turns out that instead of a delay, public school is cancelled in Southborough (and Northborough) today. That’s also true for Assabet. Read the full article → from Snow Day: Tuesday, January 27, 2026
School delayed 2 hrs (Updated – Now Cancelled)
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Southborough Public Schools and Algonquin Regional High School are delayed tomorrow.. Read the full article → from School delayed 2 hrs (Updated – Now Cancelled)
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 Hearings tonight on Tree Removals and new Disability Assistance & Vocational Education private school with multi-family housing (on Rte 9); School Committee on Neary Roof
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