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Cambridge Hits Critical Drought Level; 106 Affordable Homes Open at 52 New Street

Cambridge entered summer Sunday under a Level 3 — Critical Drought declaration and a housing milestone: the Commonwealth upgraded the region from Significant to Critical Drought status last week, while city leaders and Just A Start cut the ribbon on 106 new affordable homes at 52 New St…

Burlington Schools Open Final-Exam Season Tuesday as End-of-Year Events Stack Up

Burlington's official channels went quiet on Flag Day Sunday, but the week ahead is anything but slow. Burlington High School final exams open June 17, Marshall Simonds holds its Final Fling and 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony the week of June 22, and the Juneteenth holiday falls June 19 —…

Billerica Library Closes June 19 for Juneteenth, Scam Talk Set Tuesday

A quiet Sunday precedes a busy library week in Billerica. The Billerica Public Library will shut its doors Friday, June 19, for Juneteenth Independence Day, reopening Monday, June 22, for regular hours — giving residents four days without in-person service. Before that break, the Middle…

Four Town Boards Meet Monday as Bedford Weekend Stays Quiet

Bedford logged no new official announcements on Sunday, June 14, 2026, making it one of the quieter days on the municipal calendar. Four boards are scheduled to meet Monday evening — the Taxation Aid Committee, the Board of Health, the Finance Committee as Appointing Authority, and the …

Ayer Sets June 30 Tax Taking; Homeowners Urged to Pay Now

A June 30 tax-taking deadline is the sharpest item on Ayer's calendar this Sunday, with the Office of the Collector of Taxes scheduling a noon proceeding at Town Hall for properties carrying unpaid balances — residents have roughly two weeks to act. Mandatory water restrictions imposed …

Mindess Elementary Luau Set for Wednesday as Library Programs Fill the Week

A light news day Sunday points Ashland residents toward a full week of community programming. David Mindess Elementary School holds its annual community Luau on Wednesday, June 17, from 6 to 8 p.m., the same day the Select Board convenes for its regular meeting and an executive session.…

Town Clerk Hours Shift June 15–18; Conservation Commission Meets Monday

Adjusted Town Clerk hours and a Conservation Commission virtual meeting headline a quiet Sunday in Ashby. The Town Clerk's office will operate on modified hours June 15 through 18 — exact times posted at ci.ashby.ma.us — while the Conservation Commission convenes online Monday, June 16,…

Arlington Formally Adopts Comprehensive Plan to Steer Next Decade of Growth

Arlington entered a new planning era this week as town officials formally adopted a comprehensive land-use and growth plan and moved into implementation, per Arlington Patch's headline "Arlington Adopts New Comprehensive Plan To Guide Growth Through The Next Decade." The school district…

Acton Fire Department Adds New Recruit as Public Meeting Week Begins

Acton enters a busy civic week with a new firefighter joining the department, per Acton Patch. The Emergency Preparedness Fair arrives at NARA Park on Tuesday, June 16, bringing free food, family activities, and a look at the town's electric emergency vehicles. MassDOT holds a Great Roa…

Lincoln Library Board Seeks Trustee Applicants Amid Construction Access Disruptions

The Lincoln Public Library is recruiting a new trustee and urging patrons to budget extra time for parking as Library Lane construction continues. The Board of Trustees announced the vacancy on the library's website, asking interested residents to apply; full details are at lincolnpl.or…