Lunenburg Select Board Approves Actions on Water Treatment Plant Proposal and Personnel Changes

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Lunenburg Select Board tackled several issues, including the future of a proposed $47 million water treatment plant, personnel changes within the board, and the handling of uncollected ambulance receipts. The board’s decisions will have implications for the community, particularly concerning potential increases in water fees and leadership restructuring following a member’s resignation.

Maynard Select Board Approves Family Delicatessen’s Outdoor Dining Extension Amidst Packed Agenda

Overview: In a session marked by several decisions, the Maynard Select Board approved a temporary outdoor dining extension for Family Delicatessen. Additionally, the board addressed community initiatives, appointments, and ongoing projects.

Freetown Board of Selectmen Discuss New Library and Aging Facility Amid Community Concerns

Overview: During a recent Freetown Board of Selectmen meeting, a major focal point was the proposed construction of a new library and council on aging facility, revealing mixed feelings among community members regarding the project’s necessity and costs. The discussion was prompted by an inquiry from local elementary school students, who engaged board members on various governance issues. The proposed facility plans to utilize nearly $10 million in federal grant money to address the town’s growing needs by combining resources for a larger library and a dedicated space for seniors. Currently, the existing library can accommodate only 11 people. The project is set to be a key topic at the upcoming town meeting on June 1, where community input will be pivotal.

Brookline Select Board Addresses ICE Incidents and Climate Action Plan in a Packed Agenda

Overview: The Brookline Select Board meeting on May 19, 2026, was marked by discussions ranging from community safety concerns related to ICE activities to the town’s ambitious climate action plan. The board addressed multiple issues, including misinformation surrounding ICE arrests, a comprehensive climate strategy, and local governance tactics for enhanced community engagement.

Boston Planning Board Discusses Parking, Design, and Community Impact for Roxbury Project

Overview: In a recent Boston Planning and Development Board meeting, the proposed redevelopment of the former Radius Special Hospital and Jewish Memorial Hospital and Rehabilitation Center on Towns Street in Roxbury was scrutinized, with a primary focus on parking solutions, design integration with the neighborhood, and community impact. The project, aiming for Article 80B entitlement, proposes a mixed-use development with 164 residential units, adaptive reuse of existing structures, and new construction on a 4.85-acre site.