The rescue of two hikers on Mount Washington early on Monday morning made headlines. I’m sharing the news, an update from the Southborough resident who was rescued, and her thanks to rescuers. Read the full article → from Southborough hiker rescued from “harrowing experience” in Mt. Washington white out (Updated)
Town looking at Rte 9 Wastewater Treatment options
The Select Board is driving an effort to find a cost-effective way to provide wastewater treatment to increase commercial uses on Route 9. Read the full article → from Town looking at Rte 9 Wastewater Treatment options
Finn’s Special Person Dance & Photo Session Fundraiser — Saturday
Sign up for free fun (and for the pre-event fundraiser)
This weekend, Finn SOS is putting on a Special Person Dance. The free event is for Finn students and one “special” adult guest. In advance of the party, attendees are invited to take part in a linked fundraiser. Read the full article → from Finn’s Special Person Dance & Photo Session Fundraiser — Saturday
Library offering early Valentines fun for kids
This weekend, the Southborough Library is holding its annual, early Valentine’s children’s party. Read the full article → from Library offering early Valentines fun for kids
Library asks tweens/teens if they’re “Game” to play games (Updated)
The Southborough Library is promoting a new monthly “meet up” for people ages 9+ who enjoy playing games without screens. The first session is this Thursday afternoon. Read the full article → from Library asks tweens/teens if they’re “Game” to play games (Updated)
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
Select Board Meeting, FY26 Budget Summit, 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
Obituary: Matthew Joseph Malloy, Jr., 97
Matthew (“Matt”) Joseph Malloy, Jr., of Southborough, died peacefully with the rites of the Catholic Church on January 30, 2025, not quite a month after his ninety-seventh birthday, from complications of Covid. Read the full article → from Obituary: Matthew Joseph Malloy, Jr., 97
Obituary: Marvin C. Ostrovsky, M.D.,
OSTROVSKY, Marvin C., M.D. of Salem, NH, formerly of Southborough, MA, departed this world peacefully on February 2, 2025, while surrounded by his loving family. Read the full article → from Obituary: Marvin C. Ostrovsky, M.D.,
GonkCheer asking community to clean out their closets!
The Cheer team is collecting goods as a fundraiser
You may not want to wait until spring to “Clean out your closets”. The Algonquin Cheer team is asking the community to do it sooner in support of their fundraiser. Read the full article → from GonkCheer asking community to clean out their closets!
Events this week (Updated-Again)
NBC Office Hours, Shir Joy Concert, NSBORO Reads, Neary Community Book Study, Valentine's Party, Anime Manga Party, Finn Special Person Dance, Wick Choral Festival 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-Again)
More DIY floral & holiday decor workshops (Updated)
Sign up for Gulbankian's floral arranging and social events this winter
A Southborough florist is continuing to hold workshops for creating your own seasonal displays — including Galentine’s events, a 3-part friendship themed series, and a workshop for kids over February break. Read the full article → from More DIY floral & holiday decor workshops (Updated)
ARHS Hockey’s 10th Annual Arsenault Memorial fundraiser this Saturday
Boys Ice Hockey is raising funds and collecting items for veterans in memory of a late team member killed serving in Afghanistan
Algonquin Boys Ice Hockey is promoting that tomorrow’s home game is their annual tribute to the memory of Brian K. Arsenault. The game will be used to raise funds for the Arsenault Memorial Fund. Read the full article → from ARHS Hockey’s 10th Annual Arsenault Memorial fundraiser this Saturday
Potential vote on Water Rate changes — Tuesday
The Town is giving residents a heads up on an item the Select Board may vote on Tuesday night, and why they might care about it. Read the full article → from Potential vote on Water Rate changes — Tuesday