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 February 21, 2010 - February 27, 2010

Letter to the Editor

 OPEN LETTER TO PLANNING BOARD

RE:  OPPOSITION TO ZONING CHANGES ALLOWING MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING IN FAYVILLE.  

(THESE CHANGES WILL ALSO AFFECT OTHER VILLAGES IN SOUTHBOROUGH)

I have asked my Fayville neighbors their opinion, but found they were totally unaware of the zoning changes! In fact, they expressed surprise and concern. Therefore, I have decided to write this open letter, which seeks to make other residents aware of what is going on in Fayville, and to request their support in asking the  Planning Board to withdraw the rezoning proposals.    

My principal objection is the zoning changes will reduce neighborhood property values.

My house is in Fayville, in a Residence B zone, which is now restricted to single family uses. The change to zoning will affect a very large area not far from my house. This area will be included in a new “Overlay District”, where new uses will be allowed. These new uses will include multifamily rental apartments, intended for lower incomes, built on smaller lots at higher density. For example: apartment buildings 3 stories high, at a density of 8 units per acre.   

Another concern is the zoning change is not limited to new construction on vacant land, but also allows demolitions or conversions of existing single family houses into multiple rentals. It seems obvious that this will reduce the value of all houses within the Overlay District, as well as houses nearby. Thankfully my house is outside the Overlay District, but I still think my investment will be affected. The property values in the entire neighborhood will decline as it gradually changes from a single family area into a multifamily area.

The wording of the rezoning  (below) states that the purpose is to implement the Master Plan. However, my realtor tells me that Town Meeting never voted to adopt this Plan, and few residents have seen it. Therefore, I have taken the trouble to read this Plan, in an attempt to understand what is driving these zoning changes.  

What stands out from reading the Master Plan is that the proposed changes to zoning do not follow what the Plan recommends. This same issue is mentioned in the opposition letter from the residents living in the Town Center Village. I found these residents are correct.  One way to make this more clear is to quote directly from the Plan, with page numbers.

The Plan suggests that multifamily housing be considered inside the Village Business zones, but not in the surrounding Village residential areas located outside the business zone. In contrast, the rezoning allows multifamily rentals in the residential areas OUTSIDE the Business zone. This contradicts the Plan recommendations. For proof of this, read the direct quotations below, specifically pages 214, 215.

Also, nowhere in the Master Plan could I find any mention of an “Overlay” zone covering all the villages.

Also, the Plan recommends that any multifamily housing be kept “small” and be limited to 2 stories, so that it “preserves” the existing Village character. This makes sense, as I cannot find any 3 storey buildings in Fayville. The Village Hall is 2 stories, as is most of the existing housing “downtown” (such as the senior housing complex on Boston Rd ). However, the proposed rezoning will allow large buildings, with 6 rental units per building, and 3 stories high. This is another violation of the Plan recommendations. Proof? Read the quote below on page 33.

The following quotations from the Master Plan can be contrasted against the new zoning proposals.   

QUOTATIONS FROM MASTER PLAN -   CONCERNING  “VILLAGES”.

Page 3. “The Vision of this Master Plan is to preserve Southborough’s classic rural New England character and charm …safeguarding its unique identity.”

Page 4. “Establish stewardship and preservation of the unique identity of Southborough’s neighborhoods and villages…”

Page 33. “Allow SMALL multi-family dwellings in the BUSINESS village District…”

Page 141. “Encourage architectural quality and the preservation of community character.”

Page 143.  Consider “National Register Neighborhood Historic Districts” in the Villages.

Page 201. “One issue that arose consistently was that of historic preservation in the villages.”

Page 210.  “Objectives for Fayville.  

- Preserve older buildings and historic village feel.

- Create a village feel with buildings reflecting the local vernacular …by design guidelines”.

Page 214-215. Goals and Recommendations for all Villages.

“To provide more foot traffic and encourage ap­propriate scale and design in the Business Village District: - Allow small multi-family dwellings in the Business Village District”.

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ABOVE ARE QUOTES FROM THE MASTER PLAN.

BELOW ARE QUOTES FROM THE REZONING WHICH CREATES A NEW “OVERLAY DISTRICT” ALLOWING MULTIFAMILY

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A. Purposes. The purposes of the Village Overlay District (VOD) are to:

- Implement the goals and policies of the Southborough Master Plan with respect to ...affordable housing.

B. Applicability. The Village Overlay District consists of four sub-districts as shown on the Zoning Map of the Town of Southborough. In the VOD, all requirements of the underlying district shall remain in effect except where these regulations provide an alternative to such requirements, in which case these regulations shall supersede… .

C. The following uses are permitted in all sub-districts of the VOD.

- Single-family dwelling.

- Accessory uses:  Accessory apartment, Home occupations…

D. The Planning Board may grant a special permit for the following uses:

- Two-family dwelling.

- Townhouses or rowhouses, not exceeding five units per building.

- Multi-family dwellings, not exceeding six units per building.

E. Dimensional and density requirements. The dimensional regulations of the underlying district shall apply in the VOD except …(that) the Planning Board may grant a special permit to reduce the minimum dimensions in the Village Overlay District in accordance with the following table.

                                           Town Center    Fayville    Cordaville    Southville

Minimum lot area (sq. ft.)      10,000          15,000         15,000        15,000

Minimum frontage (ft.)                60                 80               80              80

Minimum front setbacks              10                 10               10             10

*These dimensional requirements shall apply to single-family and two-family dwellings.

♦ Supplemental regulations for multi-family dwellings:

- The minimum land area per unit shall be one unit per 5,000 square feet in the Town Center

Sub-District and one unit per 7,500 square feet in all other sub-districts.

- The minimum lot frontage shall be eighty (80) feet.

- The minimum front setback shall be fifteen (15) feet

- The maximum height of a multi-family dwelling shall be three (3) stories and forty (40) feet.

(* 5,000 sf of land per unit is equal to a density of 8 .5 units an acre.)

( The existing min lot area is 20,000 sf for a single home, which could now change to 4 units.). 

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THE ABOVE QUOTES COME FROM THE PROPOSED REZONING.

I  HOPE THIS LETTER MAKES FAYVILLE RESIDENTS MORE AWARE OF WHAT IS BEING PROPOSED, AND HOW IT COULD AFFECT THEIR PROPERTY VALUES.     PLEASE COME TO THE  PUBLIC  REVIEW MEETING, SCHEDULED FOR  NEXT WEDNESDAY, MARCH 3^RD, AT 7.30 PM, AT CORDAVILLE HALL (senior center) ON RT 85. 

The full text and maps are on the official town web site www.Southboroughtown.com.  Look under  “Latest news”, then under “2008 Comprehensive zoning bylaw update”. For Master Plan, click on  “2008 Master Plan”. For new zoning changes, click on “Town bylaw and planning regulations”, then click on “Villages”. The map for Fayville is also under "Villages".  The only material not available from the town web site is the letter of opposition from residents of "Town Center Village", which I am attaching below.

Larry Cain

Southborough, MA

Editor's note - since the original zoning letter sent to the planning board from the residents of the town center was not sent directly to the Southborough News I will check to see if it will be alright to post it here.

February 27, 2010 - Southborough just escaped serious flooding this time around.  Here houses on Wood Street show how far up the bank from the Sudbury River as it flows past the Bridge Street bridge.

The Town House American flag is scheduled to be replaced with a new flag.  A reader tipped off the Southborough News to the old flag flying with several tattered ends.

February 27, 2010 -  A valiant effort but in the end ARHS girls lost to Shrewsbury, 43-26.

Sports and Outdoor Activities

Algonquin Regional High School

No Events Scheduled

Recruit Firefighters Graduate State Firefighting Academy

State Fire Marshal Stephen D. Coan and Massachusetts Firefighting Academy Director Edmund M. Walker are pleased to announce the graduation of the 186^th class of the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy’s sixty-day Recruit Firefighting Program on February 26, 2010. “This rigorous professional training provides our newest firefighters with the basic skills to perform their jobs effectively and safely,” Coan said. The Massachusetts Firefighting Academy, a division of the Department of Fire Services, offers this program, tuition-free. The ceremony took place at the Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School in Marlborough, MA.

                    40 Graduates from 21 Fire Departments

The 40 graduates, 39 men and one woman, represent the 21 departments of: Acton, Agawam, Amherst, Auburn, Cambridge, Charlton, Cotuit, Gloucester, Longmeadow, Marshfield, Medfield, Melrose, Norwood, Plainville, Somerville, Southborough, Taunton, Turners Falls, Wayland, West Springfield, and Westfield.

Northampton Fire Capt John Gariepy Addressed Recruits

Northampton Fire Capt John Garriepy addressed the recruits. On Sunday, December 27, 2009, the Northampton Fire Department responded to a series of nine incendiary fires, including one that killed two people. The response required the mobilization of significant mutual aid and several specialized response teams in the region. The citizens were understandably in a state of high anxiety until investigators finally arrested the arsonist. There was significant media attention to the incident as well.

Today's Firefighters Do Far More than Fight Fires

Today’s firefighters do far more than fight fires. They are the first ones called to respond to chemical and environmental emergencies ranging from the suspected presence of carbon monoxide to a gas leak. They may be called to rescue a child who has fallen through the ice or who has locked himself in a bathroom. They rescue people from stalled elevators and those who are trapped in vehicle accidents. They test and maintain their equipment, ranging from self-contained breathing apparatus to hydrants to hoses, power tools, and apparatus.

At the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy they learn all these skills and more from certified fire instructors who are also experienced firefighters. Students learn all the basic skills they need to respond to fires and to contain and control them. They are also given training in public fire education, hazardous material incident mitigation, flammable liquids, stress management, water rescue procedures, confined space rescue techniques, and rappelling. The intensive, 12-week program for municipal firefighters; involves classroom instruction, physical fitness training, firefighter skills training and live fire practice.

Basic Firefighter Skills

Students receive classroom training in all basic firefighter skills. They practice first under non-fire conditions and then during controlled fire conditions. To graduate, students must demonstrate proficiency in life safety, search and rescue, ladder operations, water supply, pump operation, and fire attack. Fire attack operations range from mailbox fires to multiple-floor or multiple room structural fires. Upon successful completion of the Recruit Program all students have met national standards of National Fire Protection Association 1001 and are eligible to be certified to the level of Firefighter I and II, and Hazardous Materials First Responder Operational Level by the Massachusetts Fire Training Council.

Sports and Outdoor Activities

Algonquin Regional High School

No Events Scheduled

Pipe break causes natural gas leak in warehouse building.

February 23, 2010

Workers in a warehouse building accidentally broke a natural gas pipe feeding a heater at 1:50 PM on February 23rd. Explosive Natural gas was entering the warehouse space creating a hazardous condition.

Workers quickly located the gas meter and shut off the free-flowing gas prior to the arrival of firefighters. Arriving firefighters checked the building for explosive vapors and ensured the gas was vented from the building.

No injuries were reported.

Fire Department resources cleared the scene at 2:35 PM

The frozen pipe and heater.

Smoke prompts evacuation of Route 9 office Building

February 22, 2010

Firefighters responded to Forrestside Office Park shortly before 3:00 PM and found a smoke condition on the second floor of the three story building. As a precaution, each engine tied into the fire hydrants, and Engine 23 additionally tied into the fire sprinkler system.

After investigation, it was determined that the smoke was caused by a newly-installed HVAC unit on the roof top. The smoke was cleared and the building was checked for further problems.

All equipment was clear of the incident by 3:38 PM.

FF/EMT-P Christopher Shanahan (on truck) and FF/EMT Thomas Hogan repack the hose onto Engine 22.

VIVENDI ENTERTAINMENT TO DELIVER “LETTERS TO GOD” TO THE BIG SCREEN

Pilgrim Church on Saturday, March 6 at 4 and 7 p.m. 

FIREPROOF and FACING THE GIANTS producer David Nixon directs inspirational movie set for release on April 9, 2010.

Universal City, CA, January 14, 2010.  Vivendi Entertainment (VE) has announced it will release its faith based family film LETTERS TO GOD, nationwide on April 9, 2010.

Directed by David Nixon, best known as one of the producers of FIREPROOF and FACING THE GIANTS and co-directed by Patrick Doughtie, LETTERS TO GOD stars Robyn Lively (THE KARATE KID PART III, WILDCATS), Jeffrey S.S. Johnson (HELTER SKELTER, A COAT OF SNOW), Tanner Maguire (SAVING SARAH CAIN, HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER), Maree Cheatham (MR. & MRS. SMITH, BEETLEJUICE), Michael Christopher Bolten (HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER, THE WOODS HAVE EYES), Bailee Madison (BRIDGE TO TERABITHIA, BROTHERS, the upcoming DON’T BE AFRAID OF THE DARK) and Ralph Waite (THE WALTONS, COOL HAND LUKE).  Jeffrey Johnson – one of the key players in the movie grew up in Southborough.  His mom still lives here in town

The film is the first from Possibility Pictures which is led by Nixon, along with producer Kim Dawson (BOBBY JONES: STROKE OF GENIUS, TEEANGE MUTANT NINJA TURLES I,II,III), executive producer Tom Swanson (COME AWAY HOME), and writer Sandra Thrift.  Based on a story written by Doughtie inspired by his son’s battle with cancer, the screenplay is written by Doughtie, Art D’Alessandro, Thrift and Cullen Douglas.

A heartfelt tale of inspiration, hope and redemption, LETTERS TO GOD is the story of what happens when one boy’s walk of faith crosses paths with one man’s search for meaning—the resulting transformational journey touches the lives of everyone around them.  

Tyler Doherty (TANNER MAGUIRE) is an extraordinary eight-year-old boy.  Surrounded by a loving family and community, and armed with the courage of his faith, he faces his daily battle against cancer with bravery and grace.  To Tyler, God is a friend, a teacher and the ultimate pen pal—Tyler’s prayers take the form of letters, which he composes and mails on a daily basis. 

The letters find their way into the hands of Brady McDaniels (JEFFREY S.S. JOHNSON), a beleaguered postman standing at a crossroads in his life.  At first, he is confused and conflicted over what to do with the letters.  But the decision he ultimately makes becomes a testament to the quiet power of one boy’s shining spirit and unshakeable faith.

“This film is a powerful testimony of what can happen when one young boy has faith,” said Nixon. “Tyler wrote his prayers, not as much for himself as for others. He believed that God was taking care of him and those around him. There are so many people facing difficult situations who need that same kind of hope, and that is why we made LETTERS TO GOD.”

“The purpose of this film is not to show the difficult side of cancer, but to inspire those dealing with serious challenges in their own life to find hope by turning to family, friends and faith,” said Dawson. “We’ve seen many examples of people who have survived cancer just because they had hope – a hope that comes from a belief in God. That is the message we want to spread with this movie.”

“Movies can touch lives, change perceptions and renew hearts,” said Swanson. LETTERS TO GOD will be a bright light in a darkened theater that lifts up audiences, encouraging them to go out and make a difference. It is an opportunity to build a bridge of hope.  And to enhance the overall experience of seeing the film,” Swanson added, “We have partnered with Zondervan Publishers (a division of HarperCollins) and created a powerful suite of six books and a Bible, available in thousand of retail stores on March 12.  This will be complemented with a soundtrack that has been compiled by music supervisor David McKenna for his label Bonded Records. Distributed by Fontana/Universal Music Group Distribution, the soundtrack will be available prior to the film’s release.”

Vivendi Entertainment President Tom O’Malley commented, “I am thrilled to be   working with Possibility Pictures on the release of their first feature film.  LETTERS TO GOD is a movie that will not only entertain, but inspire audiences everywhere. This is a very special picture.”The deal was negotiated by Yolanda Macias on behalf of Vivendi Entertainment and Kim Dawson on behalf of Possibility Pictures.

About Vivendi Entertainment    

Vivendi Entertainment is a full service independent film, television, DVD, and digital distribution company operating in the United States and Canada. Representing a vast range of genres including action, comedy, thriller, urban, family, fitness and stand-up comedies, Vivendi Entertainment has become a favorite distribution partner for independent content providers.  The company has built an extensive catalog of over 3,000 titles, and its customer-centric business model was founded on the principles of collaboration and financial transparency. The company provides sales, marketing, and distribution services to many of the home entertainment industry’s most prestigious brands including: Sesame Street, World Wrestling Entertainment, The Weinstein Company, Classic Media, RHI, Shout! Factory, Salient, and CodeBlack.  The company currently has New York, I Love You in theatrical release. Vivendi Entertainment is a division of Universal Music Group Distribution, the award-winning sales, marketing and distribution arm of Universal Music Group, the world¹s leading music company

About Possibility Pictures

Possibility Pictures was formed with the purpose of spreading the good news of God’s Word through the medium of feature films. Founder and Director David Nixon had the dream of making faith-based films almost 30 years ago, and after helping produce the beloved faith-based films, Facing the Giants and Fireproof, his dream has come to life through the creation of Possibility Pictures. He has teamed up with a talented roster of gifted veterans and category leaders including producer Kim Dawson, executive producer Tom Swanson, writer Sandra Thrift and over 100 seasoned filmmakers. The company will serve as a beacon of love and hope, and is poised to be an industry leader in faith-based cinema. Possibility Pictures plans to diversify the choices available to a receptive and eager market, presenting stories that inspire the heart and lift the spirit.

Storm News

The NWS in taunton has issued a
Flood warning for urban areas and small streams in, providence county in Rhode Island, this includes the cities of, woonsocket, providence, worcester county in central Massachusetts, this includes the cities of, worcester, milford, leominster, fitchburg, essex county in eastern Massachusetts, this includes the cities of, newburyport, lynn, lawrence, gloucester, middlesex county in eastern Massachusetts, this includes the cities of, waltham, somerville, newton, lowell, framingham, cambridge, norfolk county in eastern Massachusetts, this includes the cities of, weymouth, quincy, franklin, brookline, suffolk county in eastern Massachusetts, this includes the city of boston, windham county in northern Connecticut, this includes the cities of, willimantic, putnam, plainfield, hillsborough county in southern New Hampshire, this includes the cities of, nashua, manchester,
Until 1245 am est
At 451 pm est radar indicated moderate to heavy rains developing over the warning area. Rainfall of 1 to 2 inches is expected over the course of this evening. This rain, as well as the snowmelt over the interior, is expected to produce significant poor drainage flooding as well as flooding on some area streams and small rivers.
A flood warning means that flooding is imminent or has been reported. Stream rises will be slow and flash flooding is not expected. However, all interested parties should take necessary precautions immediately.
Excessive runoff from heavy rain will cause flooding of creeks and small streams. Significant flooding of urban areas, including roads and underpasses, is also expected. Do not drive through flooded areas

Winter weather advisory in effect from 1 am to 4 pm est friday,
The NWS in taunton has issued a winter weather advisory for snow, which is in effect from 1 am to 4 pm est Friday.
This advisory covers the high terrain locations of north central and northeast Connecticut as well as the portions of central and western massachusetts and cheshire county New Hampshire.
Occasionally heavy rain this evening will change to periods of wet snow by sunrise Friday with several slushy inches in high terrain locations above 800 feet by late Friday afternoon.
Connecticut valley locations should escape with just a light covering.
Even so, the Friday morning commute may be slower than normal in the hilly terrain, especially west of hartford springfield, as slushy accumulations develop.
Precautionary/preparedness actions,
A winter weather advisory is issued when snow and/or ice is forecast to develop in the affected areas, but accumulations are expected to be light. Any snow or ice would make driving and walking difficult, but not impossible, on untreated roadways and sidewalks. When temperatures are below freezing, motorists need to be especially careful on bridges and overpasses where slippery spots can easily develop.

Sports and Outdoor Activities

Algonquin Regional High School

TOMORROW'S EVENTS - Friday Feb. 26
Girls	Varsity	Basketball	@	QTR FINALS VS SHREWSBURY @SHREWSBURY		7:00PM

No Events Scheduled

February 24, 2010 - The ARHS team lost by 1 point to Barnstable coming in second.  They will continue on to the State Championships on March 3 at the DCU center in Worcester, MA.

SOUTH YARMOUTH — Patricia Murphy Capone, 74 of South Yarmouth, formerly of Southborough and Natick passed away Saturday, Feb. 20, 2010.

She is survived by her husband of 44 years, Roger W. Capone and son Vincent J. Capone, sisters Cornelia Murphy Sullivan and Carol Murphy Edberg and brother Richard M. Murphy.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in her name to her alma mater, Regis College.

A memorial celebration will be held on March 7 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Regis College Hall, Grand Foyer, 235 Wellesley Street, Weston, Mass.

  Southborough Public Library State of the Library - Open House -Tuesday, March 9
  On Tuesday, March 9, from 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., the library presents its first-ever “State of the Library Address.” Southborough residents are invited to attend. Join fellow library supporters, staff, Trustees and Friends to learn more about the library from Library Director, Jane Cain. Given the troubling stories of municipal and state budgets and the effect on libraries, what is the role of the public library in Southborough? And how can we ensure that our library continues to grow and remains a vital part of the community? 

This event, hosted by the Library Board of Trustees and the Friends of the Library, will take place in the main reading room at the library, located at 25 Main Street, at the junction of Routes 30 and 85. Refreshments will be served.

Come to the library Tuesday evening, March 9, for a State of the Library information session. We hope to see you there!

Kathleen e. Connolly To present two seminars
on Environmental legal issues

Boston, MA (February 23, 2010)… Kathleen E. Connolly, an environmental and land use attorney with Murtha Cullina LLP, will be presenting two upcoming seminars on environmental legal issues.

The first will be a full day seminar entitled “Advanced Environmental Law” at the Massachusetts Association of Conservation Commissions (MACC) Annual Environmental Conference. The conference is the largest environmental conference in New England, and Ms. Connolly will present practical tips and important updates in environmental laws and court decisions to municipal conservation agents and board members. The seminar will take place on February 27^th at Holy Cross College.

Ms. Connolly will also be a presenting a record-keeping seminar on March 27^th at the Massachusetts Land Trust Coalition’s Annual Conference. She will address how accurate and complete record-keeping can keep organizations in compliance with federal, state and local laws, can make them less susceptible to litigation, and can help them operate more effectively.

About Kathleen E. Connolly

Ms. Connolly has a wide range of experience in land use and environmental law with an emphasis on zoning and conservation. She represents restaurants, industry, manufacturing and retail businesses in a wide range of permitting matters before city, town, and state permitting authorities and in related litigation.  She also counsels municipalities on drafting and implementing effective wetlands, zoning by-laws and health regulations, handles zoning and wetlands permitting appeals in the Superior Court, Appeals Court and Land Court as well as wetlands appeals before the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection and the Division of Administrative Law Appeals.

As a member of the Board of Directors of the Massachusetts Association of Conservation Commission (MACC), Ms. Connolly conducts seminars on environmental law, provides legal advice to the state's conservation commissions through a telephone hotline and regularly publishes articles in the monthly newsletter. She also serves on the Department of Conservation and Recreation's Technical Steering Committee developing recommendations to the DCR for management of its forest and benefits for the citizens of Massachusetts and the environment.

Prior to joining Murtha Cullina, Ms. Connolly was a principal at a Boston law firm for 16 years. She also served as a writer and educator at the United States Environmental Protection Agency, Public Affairs Division of the New England Region.

About Murtha Cullina LLP

With over 120 attorneys in six offices throughout Connecticut and Massachusetts, Murtha Cullina LLP offers a full range of legal services to meet the local, regional, national and international needs of our clients. Our practice encompasses litigation, regulatory and transactional representation of businesses, governmental units, non-profit organizations and individuals. Core practice areas include litigation, labor and employment, bankruptcy and creditors’ rights, construction, energy, health care, trusts and estates, affordable housing, real estate, land use, retail and hospitality, international business and Islamic financing.

Ida J. (Ruzsits) McHugh, 92, of Southborough died Monday, Feb. 15, 2010, at Mary Ann Morse Nursing Home in Natick. She was the beloved wife of the late Edward McHugh who passed away in 1995, and the devoted mother of Dr. Eva Kehoe of Wellesley Hills; June Dahl of Norway; loved grandmother of seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Visiting hours were held Saturday, Feb. 20, 8:45-9:45 a.m., at the Morris Funeral Home, 40 Main St., Southborough (Morrisfuneralparlor.com), followed by a Funeral Mass, at 10 a.m., at St. Anne Church, 20 Boston Road, Southborough. Burial was in the Rural Cemetery, Southborough. In lieu of flowers Memorial contributions may be sent in her name to catholic Relief Services, ATT: donation services, P.O. Box 17274, Baltimore, MD 21298-8455.

Flood Watch In effect from Thursday morning through Friday Morning,
The NWS in taunton has issued a
Flood watch for portions of northern Connecticut, Massachusetts, Southern New Hampshire and Rhode Island, including the following areas, In Northern Connecticut, hartford ct, Tolland Ct And windham ct. In Massachusetts, central middlesex ma, Eastern Essex Ma, Eastern Franklin ma, Eastern Hampden Ma, Eastern Hampshire Ma, Eastern norfolk ma, Northern Middlesex Ma, Northern Worcester Ma, southeast middlesex ma, Southern Worcester Ma, Suffolk Ma, western essex ma, Western Franklin Ma, Western Hampden Ma, western hampshire ma and western norfolk ma. In southern new hampshire, Cheshire Nh, Eastern Hillsborough Nh and western and central hillsborough nh. In Rhode Island, Eastern Kent ri, Northwest Providence Ri, Southeast Providence Ri and western kent ri.
From Thursday morning through Friday morning
This flood watch covers north central and northeast Connecticut, Southwest New Hampshire, Most Of Massachusetts, And All Of Rhode Island.
The combination of moderate to heavy rains and snowmelt is expected to bring the potential for flooding to the watch area. During Thursday and Thursday night, Rainfall Of 1 to 2 inches is forecast, With 1 To 3 inches of rain possible over south central New Hampshire and northeast masachusetts.
Poor drainage flooding is possible, Especially In Areas where recent snowfall has produced snow clogged drains. Small stream flooding is also possible. A few larger tributaries may near flood stage during Thursday into Friday. The pawtuxet river at cranston may reach its 9 foot flood stage Thursday afternoon. The assabet river in maynard may near its 5 foot flood stage Friday.
Precautionary/preparedness actions,
A flood watch means there is a potential for flooding based on current forecasts.
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible flood warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

 

Sports and Outdoor Activities

Algonquin Regional High School

TOMORROW'S EVENTS - Thursday Feb. 25
Boys	Varsity	Basketball	@	QTR FINALS VS WORCESTER NORTH @ WORCESTER TECH		7:00PM

No Events Scheduled

February 23, 2010 - Raising the bar at the sectionals this past weekend at Hudson High School the ARHS team

BOY SCOUT TROOP 1 SOUTHBOROUGH TO HOLD ANNUAL PANCAKE BREAKFAST FUND RAISER AT THE NEARY SCHOOL ON SUNDAY, MARCH 7th, 8:00 A.M.-1:00 P.M.

Southborough Boy Scout Troop 1 will host its 41st Annual “All You Can Eat” Pancake Breakfast at the Neary School, Parkerville Road, on Sunday, March 7th, from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm.

The annual breakfast is a popular town event serving nearly 500 people last year. Proceeds from this event help support the troop’s activities including a “big trip” every four years.   Currently, plans are being solidified to travel to Alaska in the summer of 2011.  In addition, proceeds fund the scouts camping, hiking, cycling, canoeing, summer camp and various community service projects.

“These activities help the boys build character and discipline, while learning new skills,” explained Scoutmaster Chris Peterson.  “The scouts also learn how to cope with emergencies and to work with their family, neighbors and peers.

“We invite everyone to join us and enjoy a delicious breakfast. This is a great activity for the scouts.  They sell tickets to their neighbors by going door to door and then man the griddles, serving lines and dishwasher on the day of the event,” Peterson said.  “The scouts learn first-hand the effort required to sustain their troop.”

Tickets can be purchased for $5.00 (seniors and children ages 6 to 12, $3.00) from Troop 1 Boy Scouts and will be available at the door. For additional tickets or information, email Troop1PancakeBreakfast@gmail.com.

Fire Log

Monday 2/22/10

09:22 EMS CALL NEWTON ST 

    A28  FF PIERCE       FF ASPESI

    C30  FF SHANAHAN

12:48 ADMINISTRATIVE MEETING CORDAVILLE RD 

    C20  CHIEF MAURO

13:00 MISC. SAFETY INSPECTION TURNPIKE RD 

    C27  CAPT MAURO

13:00 TRAINING - EMS MAIN ST 

    HQ3  LT PELTIER      FF SHANAHAN     FF PIERCE

13:09 EMS CALL NEWTON ST 

    A28  FF PIERCE       FF ASPESI

    C30  FF SHANAHAN

13:30 SMOKE DETECTOR NEW CONSTRUCT BRIGHAM ST 

    C27  CAPT MAURO

14:00 OIL BURNER MAIN ST 

    C27  CAPT MAURO

14:30 SMOKE DETECTOR NEW CONSTRUCT MEETING HOUSE LN 

    C27  CAPT MAURO

14:51 SMOKE SCARE, ODOR OF SMOKE TURNPIKE RD 

    C20  CHIEF MAURO

    C27  CAPT MAURO

    E22  LT PELTIER      FF SHANAHAN     FF HOGAN

    E23  FF ASPESI       FF PIERCE

18:43 EMS CALL MASS PIKE WEST    

    A28  FF NEAL         FF PIERCE

    E23  FF FRANKS       FF SHANAHAN  For more fire log click here

Winter storm warning in effect from 4 pm this afternoon to 4 pm est Wednesday,
The NWS in taunton has issued a winter storm warning for heavy snow, which is in effect from 4 pm this afternoon to 4 pm est Wednesday. The winter storm watch is no longer in effect.
This winter storm watch includes much of interior Massachusetts as well as southern New Hampshire.
The main event will be this evening into early Wednesday afternoon. Steady snow is expected to overspread the region this evening and may become moderate to heavy at times during the night, continuing through at least Wednesday morning.
Highest confidence in warning criteria snow is at elevations of 1000 feet or greater, where a foot of wet snow is certainly possible before the snow tapers off to very light snow or even drizzle sometime Wednesday afternoon. The wet snow will bring the potential for downed tree limbs and even scattered power outages. The primary area of concern for this is along the east slopes of the berkshires, the worcester hills and the monadnocks of southern New Hampshire.
Precautionary/preparedness actions,
A winter storm warning is issued when an average of 6 or more inches of snow is expected in a 12 hour period, or for 8 or more inches in a 24 hour period. Travel will be slow at best on well treated surfaces, and quite difficult on any unplowed or untreated surfaces.
 

Sports and Outdoor Activities

Algonquin Regional High School

TOMORROW'S EVENTS - Wednesday Feb. 24
Coed	Varsity	Ski	@	MIAA ALPINE STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS		TBA
Boys	Varsity	Ice Hockey	VS	QUARTER FINALS VS MARLBOROUGH	Northstar Rink	7:20PM
Girls	Varsity	Ice Hockey	@	PRELIMINARY ROUND VS WALTHAM	Veteran's	8:00PM

Tomorrow night's (Feb 23)  management summit meeting for Department heads, Town Boards and Committee members has been cancelled due to the weather forecast.  A new date will be scheduled in the future. 

February 22, 2010 - After a phone call the Southborough News went out to check on this flag.  Sure enough the big flag in front of the Town House has taken a beating this winter with the wild winds.

DAVID GARDEN

from

MUSIC TOGETHER

will be at the library on

THURSDAY, MARCH 4

11:00 am

to share stories and dancing with toddlers and preschoolers

All welcome ~ no registration necessary

Sponsored by the Together We Can Community Partnership for Children

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Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School

FIRST Robotics Team will be hosting an indoor yard sale, Bake sale, Cell phone and Can recycling also.

9 am to 2 pm at the school cafeteria

215 Fitchburg Street

Marlborough, MA

Sports and Outdoor Activities

Algonquin Regional High School

Tuesday February 23 No Events Scheduled

Tuesday February 23 No Events Scheduled

February 21, 2010 - Although we saw a bit of a thaw. More snow and rain me be in the forecast for this week.

~Story time with Special Guest Author~

JOSEPHINE TAM HO

will read her new book

BROCCOLI DREAMS

Tuesday, March 9

10:30 am

Preschoolers and elementary school children are invited to hear her story and learn more about healthy eating

No registration necessary

February 21, 2010 - A view looking East on Main Street.  The horse trough embedded in the wall starts the line.  The flags above are near the canon but the tree has been taken down recently as it was in bad shape.

Southborough meetings

February 22 -  February 26, 2009

The Library has a great new website:  Click here

For the February Calendar with Reminders click here

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM Alphabet Adventures Storytime Join Ms. Jenn to learn and explore the alphabet with stories, songs, and games. Best for toddlers through early elementary children.

Senior Center Activities

Sports and Outdoor Activities

Algonquin Regional High School

TOMORROW'S EVENTS - Monday Feb. 22  Boys Varsity Basketball @ FIRST ROUND - VS WESTBORO @ WESTBORO   7:00PM