The Chelmsford Select Board accepted animal control recommendations placing a State Street resident's dogs on a one-year probationary period after years of loose-dog complaints from neighbors Tom and Nancy Norton, including a 2023 biting incident.
A new data-center ban could reshape how development unfolds in Chelmsford, according to a Patch preview.
Four Chelmsford obituary notices were published this week: Cantara, Dawn; McGinn, James Robert; Mooney, Mary Claire; and Troxel, Donald Edward. All four died between October 20 and October 23, 2026. Longtime Chelmsford resident James Robert McGinn was married to his wife, Sheila, for 62 years.
Chelmsford High School had a standout week on multiple fronts, a student representative told the School Committee on Oct. 20. The golf team qualified for the state championship as a full team for the first time in 30 years, with the tournament set for Monday.
Comedians Caroline Rhea and Lucy Davis bring 'Two Hildas' show to Chelmsford Oct 29. Also in today's brief (3 items): NEPBA launches retirees association from Chelmsford; Colonial-style home for sale in Chelmsford; Comedy duo performs in Chelmsford Oct 29.
Bill to pay injured Chelmsford firefighter advances to state Senate for consideration. From our own coverage: Conservation Commission takes up water main extension for tainted wells; DEI Committee plans Indigenous Day events, Fall Festival booth.
Chelmsford's Fall Town Meeting approved new contractor yard and data center zoning rules but rejected two Riverneck Road area rezonings.
Chelmsford posts list of ballot dropbox locations ahead of November general election. Also in today's brief (9 items): Town posts ballot dropbox locations; Drug take back day planned for Chelmsford; Military Community Covenant event set for Friday; Chelmsford Housing Authority meets Monday.
The Council on Aging Board heard that storm-damaged awnings and signs at the Senior Center have been repaired, while director Debi Siriani announced a new grief support program and two new staff hires. From our own coverage: Council on Aging Board reports senior center repairs completed.
The Chelmsford School Committee reviewed an updated $256 million cost estimate for the new Parker Middle School ahead of a January 2027 town vote.
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