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The week in ARHS sports
This is the final week of the regular season for most ARHS teams. For several of them, it’s a critical one. Read the full article → from The week in ARHS sports
The week in government
Select Board on support for regional One Stop Grant application, Neary Feasibility Study contract, and borrowing for RECC; Regional School Committee; Rec Forum on Fayville Park; 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
Events this week (Updated)
Southborough Gardeners Plant Sale, Downtown Market, Art Receptions, Night of Storytelling, Open Mic Night, Food Truck Festival, Go the Distance Awards, Mindful Art, Memorial Day Observances, and more
Here are highlights of what’s happening around (or related to) our town this weekend through next. Read the full article → from Events this week (Updated)
Support Cash4Camperships to Help Send a Kid to Camp
Make a direct donation to Friends of SYC to support camp scholarships for Southborough families in need (or take advantage of the voucher offer at the Food Truck Festival events)
The Southborough Rotary’s popular annual Food Truck Festival begins next week. Here are the details. Read the full article → from Support Cash4Camperships to Help Send a Kid to Camp
Encompass focus groups for parents of 6th-12th graders (Updated)
The “community coalition focused on preventing and reducing substance misuse in Northborough and Southborough” is asking parents from both towns to participate in upcoming focus groups. Read the full article → from Encompass focus groups for parents of 6th-12th graders (Updated)
Obituary: Brian J. Witzell, 70
Brian J. Witzell, 70, of Venice, FL, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 following a dignified and courageous battle with lung cancer. Read the full article → from Obituary: Brian J. Witzell, 70
Tennis Clinic for K-8 kids this summer
ARHS Tennis teams are putting on a 5-evening youth tennis clinic.
In late June, the Algonquin Boys & Girls Tennis teams will hold a Tennis Clinic for kids entering grades K-8. Read the full article → from Tennis Clinic for K-8 kids this summer
Art Reception & Drawing Demos — Saturday
The downtown art studio, Apothecary Artists, is inviting the public to an unusually interactive art reception this weekend. Read the full article → from Art Reception & Drawing Demos — Saturday
Fayville Park Update & Call for Engagement
Participate in next week's "Community Engagement Session" and/or complete the survey on park improvements, including a splash pad and dog park.
Rec’s seeking feedback on their newest park concept plan options, with a shrunken water based on prior feedback.
Next week, the Rec Commission is seeking to get more community engagement and feedback on the proposal. Read the full article → from Fayville Park Update & Call for Engagement
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
Mindful Art for most ages — May 22
As part of their celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month, Southborough Youth & Family Services is partnering with Southborough Recreation to put on a Mindful Art event a week from Friday. Read the full article → from Mindful Art for most ages — May 22
Details on the Food Truck Festival kicking off next week
More info on the Rotary's free community festival Wednesdays May 20 - June 10, including their fundraising drive and truck lineup.
The Southborough Rotary’s popular annual Food Truck Festival begins next week. Here are the details. Read the full article → from Details on the Food Truck Festival kicking off next week
Obituary: Thomas McHugh, 83
Thomas McHugh, 83, of Southborough, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2026, at his home surrounded by loved ones. Read the full article → from Obituary: Thomas McHugh, 83