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MWDN: SPD Chief voices safety concern over teens on e-bikes and scooters

Southborough's Police Chief told Metrowest Daily News that he hopes parents will talk to their teens about safe riding habits.

by Beth Melo on

Last week, the Metrowest Daily News ran a story about the rise of electronic bike popularity in MetroWest resulting in growing “Reports of unsafe riding”. It included a quote from Southborough’s Police Chief. Read the full article → from MWDN: SPD Chief voices safety concern over teens on e-bikes and scooters

Enjoy Outdoor Yoga next week (and beyond) (Updated – Family Yoga Cancelled)

"Family Fun" on the Neary field and "Yoga on the Trails" for adults

by Beth Melo on

In celebration of National Parks and Rec month, the community is invited to two free outdoor yoga events next week.

One is geared for families, and the other is part of a tranquil series of events for adults. Read the full article → from Enjoy Outdoor Yoga next week (and beyond) (Updated – Family Yoga Cancelled)

Sign kids up to “Build a Watershed Model” — Thursday at the Library

DCR will lead an environmental science lesson and encourage kids to "problem-solve"

by Beth Melo on

Next week, the Mass Dept of Conservation and Recreation is holding another special program at the Southborough Library. The workshop for kids is suggested for ages 6 years and older. Pre-registration is required.

It’s one of three educational programs the library is offering this summer in partnership with DCR’s Division of Water Supply. Read the full article → from Sign kids up to “Build a Watershed Model” — Thursday at the Library

Developer pitches zoning change to allow a retail project on old EMC parcel

by Beth Melo on

This past winter, a developer purchased about 30 acres of the old Dell/EMC property parcels off of Route 9. Now they are seeking to work with the Town on zoning changes to allow an economically viable project that fits with the community’s vision. Read the full article → from Developer pitches zoning change to allow a retail project on old EMC parcel

Fundraiser in Memory of Connor Costello

Suicide Prevention fundraiser in the memory of a late Southborough resident

by Beth Melo on

Above: A fundraiser for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is in honor of a late resident who died too young. (images left contributed) A former resident asked to reach out to our community about a fundraiser for Suicide Prevention in the memory of Southborough’s Connor Costello, who died last fall.  Read the full article → from Fundraiser in Memory of Connor Costello

Asst. Camp Director honored for “life-saving actions”

The Select Board thanked a Rec Camp staff member who aided a choking child.

by Beth Melo on

Last night, the Recreation Department and Southborough Select Board commended an employee for properly responding to a child who appeared to be choking at summer camp.

Southborough’s Erin Navaroli, the summer camp’s Asst Director, received a citation from the Select Board for her actions. Read the full article → from Asst. Camp Director honored for “life-saving actions”

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