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Wayland set to receive $500K in state economic development funding

Wayland is in line for $500,000 in state economic development funding under a bond bill passed by the Massachusetts Legislature. Wayland Patch flagged two governance concerns Saturday: key advisory committees may face volunteer shortages as override discussions approach, and the questio…

Bridge replacement work begins, triggers I-93 lane shifts in Wilmington

Bridge replacement work on Route 129 has begun, bringing lane shifts to I-93 northbound in Wilmington through the fall. Crews started construction this week on the span carrying Route 129 over the highway, a project state transportation officials say will extend into autumn, according t…

Library Fills July Calendar With Kids' Programs, New Music

Weston Public Library rolls out a packed summer slate as the town's News Flash detailed new kids' programming for late July. Highlights include a Forensic Crime Lab session on July 28 and an escape-room event with Wicked Fun Games on July 21, both in the Community Room. The library also…

Westford Promotes Steven Clark to Chief Assessor as PAYT Billing Begins

Westford promoted Steven Clark to chief assessor this week just as the town's new Pay-As-You-Throw trash billing program took effect July 10, requiring residents to change how they handle waste and recycling. The town also completed the Stony Brook Track & Athletic Court Improvement Pro…

Town beach concerts, library ebook shift, and $500K state grant mark the week

Wayland is poised to receive $500,000 in state economic development funding under a bond bill recently passed by the Massachusetts Legislature. The Wayland Free Public Library warned patrons that Kindle devices sold before 2012 can no longer download or borrow new ebooks, per Amazon's M…

Roadwork begins Monday at Oak, Green and Greenwood intersection

Wakefield readies for a busy week as roadwork and community events converge with a state funding win. Construction to improve safety at the Oak Street, Green Street and Greenwood Avenue intersection begins July 13, while the town hosts a Fix-It Clinic on July 12 for household repairs. S…

FBI Arrests Townsend Man in Armed Bank Robbery Case

FBI arrests Townsend man in connection with two armed bank robberies from June. Joseph Sawyer, 52, of Townsend was taken into custody Wednesday, July 9, following a federal investigation into two armed robberies that occurred June 12, 2026, according to MassLive and the FBI's Boston fie…

Library Announces 26 Programs Including Petting Zoo Visit

Tewksbury's library announced a packed slate of 26 programs for next week, highlighted by a petting zoo visit set for July 17, according to the town's News Flash. The Assessor's Office also issued a resident announcement, while Central Mass Mosquito Control confirmed treatment crews wil…

Library Announces 26 Programs Including Petting Zoo Visit

Tewksbury's library announced a packed slate of 26 programs for next week, highlighted by a petting zoo visit set for July 17, according to the town's News Flash. The Assessor's Office also issued a resident announcement, while Central Mass Mosquito Control confirmed treatment crews wil…

Paving Project Set To Start Monday As Town Advances HVAC Design Plans

Sudbury's 2026 paving project starts Monday as town departments push forward on facilities and grant programs. Sunshine Paving begins the town's Annual Paving Project on July 13, while the Facilities office solicits HVAC design services for the Goodnow Library and DPW buildings. The Sud…

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