Allison Bassett, 37, of Watertown, died Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital in Boston, MA. Read the full article → from Obituary: Allison Bassett, 37
Obituary: Allison Bassett, 37
Kids’ annual 4th of July parade at the Library – Tuesday
Southborough doesn’t host public festivities on the 4th of July. But it does have an annual parade to mark the holiday. It’s a can’t miss for little ones, since they get to be the stars of it. Read the full article → from Kids’ annual 4th of July parade at the Library – Tuesday
Summer Pickleball Lessons starting next week
Adults ages 18+ can sign up for intro classes or a new "Beginner 2" version
Southborough Rec is promoting two levels of outdoor Pickleball lessons for beginners starting next week. Read the full article → from Summer Pickleball Lessons starting next week
SPD introduces new Co-Response Clinician
Today, the SPD introduced the new JDP Clinician who will be working part-time with officers to “to help people in mental health crisis get the assistance they need, and not direct them unnecessarily into the Criminal Justice System”. Read the full article → from SPD introduces new Co-Response Clinician
2024 Summer Outdoor Concert Series
Six weekly concerts on the outdoor stage at Neary will kick off on July 10th
It’s time to save the dates for this summer’s free concert series. Read the full article → from 2024 Summer Outdoor Concert Series
Free tennis lessons for kids ages 6-12 yrs old
A Southborough teen is offering free tennis lessons for kids on weeknight evenings this summer. Read the full article → from Free tennis lessons for kids ages 6-12 yrs old
Voices Carry exhibit reception – Thursday night
Southborough Youth and Family Services partnered with the Southborough Library and Southborough Safe Spaces to bring to put on a special photo exhibit in honor of Pride month. Read the full article → from Voices Carry exhibit reception – Thursday night
SCAC: Cultural Arts Community Survey & Call for Volunteers
Community Input Survey and info on supporting the arts by joining Southborough's council
Southborough Cultural Arts Council (SCAC) is asking residents to complete a survey, stressing “your input is invaluable”. ( Read the full article → from SCAC: Cultural Arts Community Survey & Call for Volunteers
Summer Reading fun for kids at the Library (Updated)
Children's entertainers, activities, reading logs and more.
Last week was the launch of the Southborough Library’s Summer Reading program. Read the full article → from Summer Reading fun for kids at the Library (Updated)
Residents voice concern over speeding (Updated)
From January to March of 2024, the Southborough Police Department issued 1,022 speeding citations. Many residents are wondering if that is enough to protect the roadways. Read the full article → from Residents voice concern over speeding (Updated)
Food Pantry is in need of donations
The Southborough Food Pantry is asking for donations to help this summer.
The Southborough Food Pantry is seeking donations to help their members in need. Read the full article → from Food Pantry is in need of donations
The week in government
Neary Building forum, ZBA hearing on 250 Turnpike 40B, 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
Scarf painting, Native Plant sale & garden tours, Healthy Body & Mind workshop for teens, Teen Craft Club, Public Forum on Neary Building project, Outdoor Story Time, Science Heroes, Historic District reception, Photography Exhibit Reception, and Board Games
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
School Committee ordered audit of Neary investigation; Superintendent given “Exemplary” rating and salary bump
Last week, the School Committee agreed to have an audit conducted of the investigation into the actions of a Neary teacher and Principal.
The committee did not agree to put the NSBORO Superintendent on suspension. And the following night, the combined school committees discussed their evaluation of his “exemplary” performance and approved his contract for the coming school year with a 3% pay increase. Read the full article → from School Committee ordered audit of Neary investigation; Superintendent given “Exemplary” rating and salary bump