Saturday, November 5, 2011
Foxborough safety officials, residents and the business community stepped in to help out during the power outage.
The town of Foxborough continues to clean up from October's record-breaking snowstorm. At the peak of the storm, 91 percent of Foxborough was left powerless. "We've got elderly people and sick people who will die without power. Over 25% of our population is over 60. This is about safety. As winter closes in this is about survival. There needs to be real action by this State into evaluating options how to ensure this does not happen again," said resident Robert Gillis. With neighbors in mind, Foxborough safety officials, residents and the business community stepped in to help out. "Warm-up and recharge at Gillette Stadium for Foxborough residents who remain without power - Free hot drinks, soft drinks and light snacks will be available, as…
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Foxborough Public Schools reopen their doors today to students; Foxborough is 85 percent restored.
*Work week updates: For real time traffic updates, click here. National Weather Service is predicting sunny skies with a high near 53. North wind between 3 and 5 mph. 1. Schools are open in Foxborough today. Power restoration efforts in town continue this morning. Click here to view National Grid's interactive map. Join the conversation on our Facebook page and update if you have power. 2. Coming up today - Foxborough officials to discuss plans to meet with National Grid at their next Board of Selectmen meeting; time and place TBA. 3. Help Birthday Wishes Keep the Candles Lit! 4. Take our poll: Do you think National Grid's Communication and response has improved from Irene? 5. Insurance Claims For Storm Damage Worth Exploring. *Submit …
Foxborough Public Schools will reopen all schools Wednesday.
*The following is an official statement from Foxborough Public Schools on reopening Wednesday. The Foxborough Public Schools will reopen tomorrow, all schools, following our regular school schedule. All five schools have had full power restored. We are advising parents of students who walk to school to supervise their safe journey to school. These decisions are always difficult and are made only after careful consideration and consultation with our public safety officials. While we realize that some parts of town are still without power, our schools are heated, fully operational, and safe for students to return. As always, parents are the best judge of their family situation and when they feel it is safe for their children to return to …
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
More than 200,000 Massachusetts Customers have power back; work continues around the clock.
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Tuesday, November 1, 2011
National Grid crews, aided by crews from as far away as Texas, Michigan, North Carolina and Kansas have made significant progress in restoring power to Massachusetts customers who were affected by the devastating Nor’easter that left more than three million customers from the mid-Atlantic to New England without power. National Grid has 2,500 workers in their Massachusetts communities from as far away as Texas and Kansas making repairs to the power system,” said Marcy Reed, president, National Grid Massachusetts. Reed added, “We know this is a hardship for our customers and we’re grateful for their patience as we work to restore their power. We’re here, we’re on it and we will not stop until everyone has their electricity back.” As of 2 p…
Monday, October 31, 2011
No School in Foxborough today.
*Work week updates: For real time traffic updates, click here. National Weather Service is predicting sunny skies with a high near 48. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph. Town selectmen are recommending that residents do not go trick or treating tonight due to safety concerns. 1. Schools are closed in Foxborough today due to no power. Power restoration efforts in town continue this morning. Patriot Place and some areas of Route 1 and throughout town do have power. Click here to view National Grid's interactive map. Join the conversation on our Facebook page. 2. Foxborough opened an emergency shelter at the Burrell School for critical families and seniors. Pets are allowed but must be crated; pets will be in a separate room. Foxborough …
No School in Foxborough today.
*Work week updates: For real time traffic updates, click here. National Weather Service is predicting sunny skies with a high near 48. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph. Town selectmen are recommending that residents do not go trick or treating tonight due to safety concerns. 1. Schools are closed in Foxborough today due to no power. Power restoration efforts in town continue this morning. Patriot Place and some areas of Route 1 and throughout town do have power. Click here to view National Grid's interactive map. Join the conversation on our Facebook page. 2. Foxborough opened an emergency shelter at the Burrell School for critical families and seniors. Pets are allowed but must be crated; pets will be in a separate room. Foxborough …
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
National Grid trucks have arrived in the residential neighbors of Foxborough.
*Update: As of 11:00 a.m Wednesday, National Grid has 7 Crews in Town and 13 Tree Crews in Foxborough. The National Guard will be assisting National Grid Crews. According to Town Manager, Kevin Paicos, About 20-percent of homes are energized. By the end of today they expect that figure to improve dramatically as the primary lines on main roads are fixed. It will still be a few days before Foxborough is back to 100 percent. If you have felt left out in the dark over the past few days, you are not alone. Essentially the entire town of Foxborough has been left without electric power from the time Tropical Storm Irene touched down in Foxborough Sunday morning through Wednesday. Electric power was restored Tuesday in a few areas in Foxborough …
Town Meeting, Summer Sensation Fun, Live Entertainment and so much more!
Irene Recovery in Foxborough: *Foxborough Sputters to Light - National Grid arrived in Foxborough Tuesday night to restore power to the town. *Is your business in town reopening or offering ice? Comment below or email Courtney.Jansson@patch.com. *Safety tips from Fire Chief Hatfield. 1. The next meeting of the COA & HS (Council on Aging and Human Services) Board is tonight at 5:00 p.m. at the senior center. This is a monthly meeting and is open to the public. The meeting agenda can be found HERE. 2. Summer Sensation at Patriot Place: Your family is invited to stop by the plaza for an incredible family workout. This free event, which begins at 5:30 p.m. and will focus on total body strengthening and stretching. Be sure to bring your own …
Deborah A Stewart
9:01 am on Thursday, November 3, 2011
Lanie, I am so very sorry for all of you in the Western part of our State. I agree with Steve about getting the lawmakers to step up to the plate to make NG accountable, but that does not help you now. Hoping that you get the help you all need soon. more ›