One of EMC’s properties in Southborough was purchased last week for $26.1 million. The 145,000-square-foot* office building on a 19.76 acre parcel at 32 Coslin Drive was purchased by Atlantic Management Corp. Read the full article → from EMC sold 32 Coslin Drive for $26.1M
Churches offer solace for Christmas Blues
The annual "Blue Christmas Service" will be hosted by St. Mark's Church on December 18th
The annual community church service to offer solace to those who need it during the holiday season will be held a week from tonight. Read the full article → from Churches offer solace for Christmas Blues
Rec Connect winter outings & programs
College Basketball, Cirque du Soleil. Railers Hockey, Bowling, Collage Art, Games, and Adaptive Pickleball
In less than a month, the of Southborough, Northborough, and Shrewsbury Rec Connect program will host a “Sneaker Prom” for teens with disabilities and their families. Read the full article → from Rec Connect winter outings & programs
Register your holiday lights/outdoor decor for contest and map (Updated)
Rec holding a House Decorating contest and asking community to provide info for a map of "festive houses" worth driving by
Southborough Recreation is holding its First Annual House Decorating Contest. Rec is encouraging everyone who lit up their homes or decorated their yards for the holidays to register — even those who didn’t go all out. Read the full article → from Register your holiday lights/outdoor decor for contest and map (Updated)
MetroWest RECC Update: Community forum on Thursday
Tomorrow night, the MetroWest RECC is holding a “Community Update” on the future regional emergency dispatch center for Southborough, Westborough, and Grafton. In addition to the meeting details, I’m also recapping an update on the project from last week’s Select Board Meeting. Read the full article → from MetroWest RECC Update: Community forum on Thursday
Pine Hill Meadow Garden Sets New Harvest Record in it’s 5th Year of Operation
A Southborough neighborhood is sharing an update on its growing success supporting area shelters and food pantries through its community garden.
One of the Pine Hill Meadow Garden’s founders asked me to give readers an update on volunteers’ efforts in their fifth season.. Read the full article → from Pine Hill Meadow Garden Sets New Harvest Record in it’s 5th Year of Operation
Obituary: William H. Park, Jr. 92
William H. Park, Jr. 92, of Madison, NH and formerly a longtime resident of Southborough, passed away at his home on Thursday, November, 28, 2024. Read the full article → from Obituary: William H. Park, Jr. 92
Decorate Ornaments and Gingerbread Houses at the Library (Updated)
Register kids for a Crafternoon for ages 8+ and/or Workshop for ages 8-12.
Are your kids in the spirit to paint an ornament or create a fun/whimsical Gingerbread House? Sign them up for the Library’s events next week. Read the full article → from Decorate Ornaments and Gingerbread Houses at the Library (Updated)
Student Winter/Holiday Concerts
ARHS Holiday Concert and Neary & Trottier Winter Concerts
On Tuesday, December 17th, Algonquin will hold its annual holiday music festival with art and treats. The public is invited to attend the big concert featuring school instrumental and vocal groups.
While I’m sharing those details, I’ll also highlight the concerts for Southborough’s schools tonight and in two days. Read the full article → from Student Winter/Holiday Concerts
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
Photo Gallery: Santa Day weekend (Updated)
Holiday spirit was all around at Santa Day and other events in town
I’m sharing my recaps and favorite photos from festivities and sales over the weekend in Southborough. Read the full article → from Photo Gallery: Santa Day weekend (Updated)
The week in government
School Committee on Preliminary FY26 Budget, ZBA on 120 Turnpike Rd decision, 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)
Holiday sales, festivities, and fundraisers, Virtual Cooking, school concerts, 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)
St. Mark’s Lessons and Carols — Dec 15 (Updated)
Each year, St. Mark’s School welcomes the public to its religious celebration of the season. Read the full article → from St. Mark’s Lessons and Carols — Dec 15 (Updated)