Obituary notices, week of June 29, 2026 through July 5, 2026

One Acton obituary this week: Newman, Stephen D., of Acton, who died July 2, 2026; a funeral service is scheduled for July 9, 2026, in New London, NH. The notice was posted through Chadwick Funeral and Cremation Service - New London and is available in full on Echovita.

Acton Villa Soccer Club canceled youth programs three nights running as summer weather disrupted the holiday week.

Youth soccer in Acton hit a rough patch during the June 29–July 5 period, with Acton Villa Soccer Club canceling all local youth programs on June 30, all U9X programs on July 1, and all U7X programs on July 2. No reason was given in the club's posted notices. On the adult side, Acton Vi…

Acton Villa Soccer Club canceled youth programs three nights running as summer weather disrupted the holiday week.

Youth soccer in Acton hit a rough patch during the June 29–July 5 period, with Acton Villa Soccer Club canceling all local youth programs on June 30, all U9X programs on July 1, and all U7X programs on July 2. No reason was given in the club's posted notices. On the adult side, Acton Vi…

Acton Villa Soccer Club canceled youth programs three nights running as summer weather disrupted the holiday week.

Youth soccer in Acton hit a rough patch during the June 29–July 5 period, with Acton Villa Soccer Club canceling all local youth programs on June 30, all U9X programs on July 1, and all U7X programs on July 2. No reason was given in the club's posted notices. On the adult side, Acton Vi…

Weston Closes Town Offices for Independence Day, Nation's 250th Birthday

Weston observes Independence Day and America's 250th anniversary with town offices and the library closed Saturday. All municipal offices, Weston Public Schools administration, and the Weston Public Library are shuttered for the federal holiday. Archery Sunday, listed on the Weston Patc…

Wayland schools set to receive $50,000 state budget earmark for wellness upgrades

Wayland Public Schools are slated for a $50,000 state budget earmark targeting wellness and recreational upgrades at two campuses. The funds, included in the Legislature's fiscal year 2027 budget, would benefit Wayland High School and Happy Hollow Elementary School, per Wayland Patch. L…

Sudbury Senior Center closed for July 4th as town seeks regional recycling coordinator

Sudbury marks America's 250th birthday with its historic Wayside Inn in the spotlight as the state's oldest restaurant. The Sudbury Senior Center is closed today for the holiday, with Summer I fitness classes set to begin Monday, July 6, at 40 Fairbank Road. Town officials are also recr…

Sherborn Library Closed for Independence Day Holiday Weekend

Sherborn marks Independence Day with Town Hall and the public library both dark for the holiday weekend. The library, located at 4 Sanger Street, closed Friday, July 3 and remains closed Saturday, July 4, before resuming summer Saturday hours — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. — next week. Looking ahe…

Reading's Senior Property Tax Exemption Program reauthorized for three more years

Reading's Senior Property Tax Exemption Program has been reauthorized for three more years after the state House delegation secured passage of a home rule petition. The town's Extreme Heat Warning, active since July 1, runs through today, with public cooling centers remaining available …

North Reading closes Town Hall for Independence Day as new trash rules take hold

North Reading marks Independence Day with Town Hall closed and new curbside trash and recycling rules now in effect. The updated collection guidelines, which took effect July 1, ask residents to review revised requirements on the town website before their next pickup. Municipal activity…