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SOUTHBOROUGH LOCAL NEWS & EVENTS, MA

Delve into Southborough’s news through our specialized local newspaper. Stay current with prompt and breaking updates. Your essential Southborough, MA newspaper, delivering accurate and up-to-the-minute information.

Algonquin, Westborough girls basketball teams vie for success in Hopkinton

The Rangers won’t have to wait long to exact revenge – Westborough and Algonquin will meet again on Tuesday at Algonquin.

Algonquin cross country wins championship

The team competed in the all-state meet on Nov. 18, placing sixth out of all Division 1 teams. The team finished last season as the 18th-place team.

How communities have spent COVID-19 dollars

Under ARPA, Massachusetts and cities and towns received aid to deal with public health and economic impacts of the pandemic.

Rain, wind knocks out power for hundreds in region

Hundreds of residents spent at least part of Monday, Dec. 18, in the dark, as a powerful storm knocked down tree limbs and power lines.

Hundreds without power as wet, windy weather hits region

As of noon on Monday, Dec. 18, hundreds of residents and businesses in the region are without power, the results of fallen tree limbs and power lines from high winds and heavy rains.

Championship-winning football team reunites at Algonquin after 50 years

On Dec. 1, 1973, Walsh guided his football team to the Super Bowl, and on Dec. 1, 2023 — exactly 50 years later — the team reunited at Algonquin to celebrate its history-making championship win.

Achilles to step down as Southborough’s fire chief

Steven Achilles has announced that he will resign as Southborough's fire chief and Emergency Management director.

Two juveniles accused of breaking into a motor vehicle

Two juveniles are facing multiple felony charges after they were spotted breaking and entering into a motor vehicle on Friday, Dec. 8.

Santa takes helicopter to visit Southborough

Santa Claus gave the reindeer a well-deserved day off, choosing to visit Southborough on another – much more technologically advanced – mode of transportation: the helicopter.

Christmas Bazaar at St. Mark’s, Santa Day

St. Mark’s Church’s annual Christmas Bazaar will be returning on Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stick around for Santa Day at noon.
The Southborough Police department will soon have two new portable radios to help improve communication. (Photo/Dakota Antelman)

Man charged with assault after incident at Southborough Dunkin’ Donuts

A Southborough resident was arrested and charged with assault following an incident at the Dunkin’ Donuts at 162 Cordaville Road.

PHOTOS: Algonquin volleyball falls in semi-finals against Canton

The Algonquin Regional High School volleyball team fell in the MIAA Division 2 semi-finals against Canton.

Sign up for Gobble Wobble

Registration for the 17th annual Gobble Wobble, sponsored by the Friends of Southborough Recreation, is underway.

Algonquin volleyball heads to the final four

The Algonquin Regional High School volleyball team battled against North Quincy High School in the round of 8 in the MIAA Division 2 playoffs

Veterans Day ceremonies across the region

Across the region, communities will be holding ceremonies to commemorate Veterans Day. Some events begin as early as Nov. 9.
drone photo of Algonquin Regional High School in Northborough by Tami White

Algonquin dodgeball tournament to be held Nov. 18

The 13th Annual Dodgeball Tournament to benefit the Algonquin Regional High School boys hockey team will be held at Algonquin.

November Guest Day Nov. 9

The Southborough Gardeners will be presenting November Guest Day on Thursday, Nov. 9 at Pilgrim Congregational church.

Scouting for Food returns in Southborough

After being on hiatus for several years, the Southborough Scouting for Food drive will return on Saturday, Nov. 4. 

Halloween fun at annual Southborough trunk or treat

Kids came out in force to show off their Halloween costumes at the Southborough Trunk or Treat on Oct. 28. 

Encompass coalition receives drug-free community support grant

The Encompass Coalition will receive $125,000 a year for five years from the federal government through Drug-Free Communities Support Program