My Southborough accepts signed letters to the editor submitted by Southborough residents. Letters may be emailed to mysouthborough@gmail.com. Read the full article → from Letter: Parent of Neary student shares her family’s story and calls for release of report
Family Fun at perinatal/postpartum support fundraiser – Saturday
Bounce houses, crafts, and kids activities are part of the free event.
This Saturday, the public can take part in a family friendly event in Southborough to help raise funds and awareness for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders “the most common complication of childbearing”. Read the full article → from Family Fun at perinatal/postpartum support fundraiser – Saturday
Neary controversy update: Parents expected to present petition and make demands at this week’s School Committee meetings
A petition is circulating online to “Demand Transparency, Accountability & Equity in NSBORO Schools”. It includes calling for the dismissal of the Neary School’s Principal and suspension of the NSBORO Superintendent “while an independent investigation is undertaken.” Read the full article → from Neary controversy update: Parents expected to present petition and make demands at this week’s School Committee meetings
Survey: When would you attend a Fall Town Meeting? (Or would you?)
Survey deadline this Thursday
The Town of Southborough is asking residents to weigh in on how the Town should schedule its Special Town Meeting this fall. Read the full article → from Survey: When would you attend a Fall Town Meeting? (Or would you?)
Select Board held up member reappointments to four committees — discussion on June 18 (Updated)
Hamilton opines members should resign if they "can't support" Select Board's positions. CPC, SHOPC, OSPC, and Stewardship are asked to come in to discuss goal alignments and other issues.
There are multiple issues that the Select Board wanted to discuss with each of the committees before making reappointments. But Hamilton made clear that his overriding concern was ensuring committees agree to follow the Select Board’s direction and positions. Read the full article → from Select Board held up member reappointments to four committees — discussion on June 18 (Updated)
ARHS Sports Postseason Wrap-up
Three Algonquin teams falling out of the state playoffs since my last sports post, putting an official end to ARHS Titans’ spring sports. Read the full article → from ARHS Sports Postseason Wrap-up
Obituary: Irma (Bastarache) Robichaud, 103
Irma (Bastarache) Robichaud, 103, formerly of Southborough passed away Friday, May 31st. Read the full article → from Obituary: Irma (Bastarache) Robichaud, 103
The week in government
Southborough School Committee, ZBA on 120 Turnpike Road, Combined School Committees, 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
American Legion Baseball, Summer Book Sale, Final Food Truck night, Author Talk at Friends of Library, last day of school, Art on the Trails installation, and Pilgrim BBQ
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
Avoid intersection of Rte 9 West & Middle Road
An accident appears to have just taken place this afternoon near the intersection of Route 9 West and Middle Road. Read the full article → from Avoid intersection of Rte 9 West & Middle Road
Finn goes Gaga for playing ball thanks to student’s initiative
Thanks to a first grader’s convincing arguments, kids can now enjoy playing Gaga Ball at Finn. Read the full article → from Finn goes Gaga for playing ball thanks to student’s initiative
American Legion Baseball Provides Community with Team to Rally Around
For generations, the American Legion baseball team Northborough Post 234 has been woven into the fabric of Southborough, a cherished tradition that brings the community together. Mark your calendars because the excitement kicks off at 5:30 pm on Friday, June 7th at the iconic Memorial Field in Northborough. Read the full article → from American Legion Baseball Provides Community with Team to Rally Around
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
Vacancy on Southborough School Committee
Residents interested in serving in the interim (8 month) seat on the PreK-8 committee should apply this summer..
The Town website posted a notice last week, updated today, with news that a vacancy has opened on the Southborough School Committee. They are seeking applicants to apply by late August. Read the full article → from Vacancy on Southborough School Committee