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Northborough/Southborough Newsletter

List of posts to be included in the Northborough/Southborough newsletter email.

drone photo of Algonquin Regional High School in Northborough by Tami White

Solar projects proposed for Northborough, Southborough schools

Seven solar projects were recently presented at a combined meeting of the Northborough, Southborough and Regional School Committees.

New Northborough police chief sworn in

Northborough’s new police chief Brian Griffin was officially sworn in on Jan. 2 at Northborough Free Library.
The Southborough Police department will soon have two new portable radios to help improve communication. (Photo/Dakota Antelman)

Live shotgun shells found in St. Mark’s trash bin

St. Mark’s officials notified police that two live shotgun shells had been found inside a trash bin in one of the dormitories on campus.

Algonquin takes down Natick in defense-forward girls hockey matchup

The Algonquin Titans and Natick Redhawks met at New England Sports Center on Monday night, and while both sides struggled offensively, the Titans found their stride.

Algonquin boys hockey features five sets of brothers

The Algonquin boys hockey team is like family – literally. The team, which went 14-4-2 last season, features five sets of brothers.

Chief Lyver retires after over 40 years with Northborough

After serving with the Northborough Police Department for over 40 years, Police Chief William Lyver worked his last shift on Dec. 29.
The Southborough Police department will soon have two new portable radios to help improve communication. (Photo/Dakota Antelman)

Southborough police investigate Macneill Drive burglary

The Southborough Police Department is investigating a burglary at a home on Macneill Drive. Officers were called to the home at 5 p.m. Jan. 2

Northborough Select Board hears about work on Old Town Hall

As the town is officially the owners of the Old Town Hall at 4 West Main St., a condition assessment was recently conducted on the building.

Post 234 looking for new members

Post 234 was originally chartered in 1919 and has been part of the Northborough community for over 100 years.

Northborough Historical Society building was once a Baptist church

The Baptist Society was formed in Northborough in 1827, in the midst of a liberal/conservative religious schism.

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.
Northborough Health Agent Kristin Black

Northborough health director resigns

Northborough Health Director Kristin Black has handed in her notice of resignation. Her resignation was announced on Dec. 18.

Maple St. multi-family developer appeals ZBA’s decision

In late November, the Northborough ZBA denied a project that would have reconstructed a home that was destroyed by a fatal fire in 2021.

Planning Board green lights Northborough dog park

Plans to build a Northborough dog park were approved by the Planning Board on Dec. 5, marking the culmination of years of effort.

Northborough’s Frank Brown receives Quilt of Valor

Frank Brown was presented with a Quilt of Valor at Vincent F. Picard American Legion Post 234 on Dec. 3.

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.

Northborough Lt. Brian Griffin to officially become police chief

Brian Griffin will officially become the next police chief following the retirement of Chief William Lyver at the end of the year. 

Northborough gathers to light menorah, celebrate Hanukkah

On Dec. 13 — the seventh night of Hanukkah — Northborough community members gathered on Blake Street to light the menorah.

Northborough to seek grant for more firefighters

The Select Board gave its blessing for the Northborough Fire Department to apply for a SAFER grant that may lead to eight new firefighters.

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.