Natick School Committee Approves $100.65 Million Budget Amid Curriculum and SEL Initiatives

Overview: The Natick School Committee meeting on March 9th resulted in the approval of a $100,650,912 budget for fiscal year 2027. This budget aims to maintain level services across the district, reallocating resources as detailed in the budget book while emphasizing curriculum development and social-emotional learning (SEL) initiatives.

Holliston School Committee Addresses Pressing Educational and Legislative Concerns Amid Fiscal Challenges

Overview: During the recent Holliston School Committee meeting, discussions centered around issues affecting the town’s educational system and legislative concerns, with a focus on school funding, legislative updates, and local infrastructure improvements. Notably, Massachusetts Senate President Karen Spilka and Representative James Arena D. Rosa provided crucial updates on state funding and legislative initiatives impacting Holliston, highlighting both challenges and strides made in various sectors.

Reading Council on Aging Discusses New Community Center Budget and Solar Panel Installation

Overview: The Reading Council on Aging meeting focused on the financial implications and operational plans for the new Reading Center for Active Living (ReCAL), including discussions about budgeting, staffing needs, and the installation of solar panels.

Littleton Board of Selectmen Appoints Margot Bloomstein to Planning Board Amidst Feasibility Study Debate

Overview: The Littleton Board of Selectmen meeting on March 9, 2026, centered around discussions on appointing a new member to the planning board and deliberating on a proposal for a feasibility study to assess potential affordable housing projects and the future of town offices. Margot Bloomstein was appointed to fill a planning board vacancy, while the board grappled with whether to allocate $250,000 for the study, stressing the need for community input and transparency in decision-making processes.

Reading Library Board Approves Mini Food Pantry and Unveils Diverse Spring Programs

Overview: The Reading Library Board meeting, held recently, saw the approval of a proposal for a miniature food pantry on library property, presented by Troop 702. The board also discussed various upcoming spring programs designed to engage the community, including bilingual initiatives, creative sessions, and partnerships with local organizations. Other topics included the library’s pursuit of sensory inclusion certification and updates on volunteer engagement and facility usage.