5 Things: $50 Million and Holes in the Ground

1. The over $50 million school budget will be discussed tonight at a public hearing at 7:30 p.m. With the potential for deep cuts that could affect English Language Learner and Special Education programs into the future, now is the time to have your voice heard.

2. Interested in the outcome of your input? The School Committee will be discussing their options at 8:30 p.m. With a number of items required due to contractual obligations, few of the cuts will be painless according to school officials.

3. Looking for additional college scholarships? The City of Marlborough is offering that are open to residents of the city regardless of what school they attend.

4. Want to know what it takes to be a correctional officer? Do you want to avoid prison or a major career change? Well the Middlesex Sheriff's Department has the thing for you. They are offering a citizens academy, similar to ones held by area police departments, for the first time.

5. Despite the objections from city residents, it appears that a new Senior Center is on track to be placed in Ward Park. Digging occured yesterday to examine the watershed below the park while construction is slated to begin as early as October.