Lakeville Secures $65,000 Body-Worn Camera Grant Amid Fiscal Challenges

Overview: During a recent meeting, the Lakeville Select Board announced a successful grant award of $65,000 from the fiscal 2026 body-worn camera grant program, placing Lakeville among a select group of 32 departments statewide to receive this funding.

Halifax TRIAD Board Discusses Innovative Housing Solutions and New Emergency Alert System

Overview: The Halifax TRIAD Board meeting focused on innovative approaches to housing for the unhoused population in Plymouth County and the introduction of the Smart 911 emergency alert system. The main presentation was delivered by Tim Young Claus from Father Bill’s in Mainspring. He detailed the organization’s transition from traditional shelters to a housing resource center model, which allows unhoused individuals to access services throughout the day. In conjunction with federal housing programs and local partnerships, the TRIAD Board aims to address the housing crisis and improve community safety.

Kingston Considers Wastewater Solutions Amid Environmental and Financial Concerns

Overview: The Kingston Board of Selectmen meeting on March 3rd focused on the town’s wastewater management strategy, specifically the environmental challenges and financial implications tied to the Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan (CWMP). The discussions explored various facets of the proposed plan, potential collaborations with neighboring towns, and the community’s response to these initiatives.

Plymouth School Committee Faces Community Backlash Over Preschool Closure Plans

Overview: During the recent Plymouth School Committee meeting, discussions unfolded surrounding the proposed closure of the Manomet Elementary School preschool classroom. Community members opposed the decision, highlighting concerns about accessibility, stability, and the impact on children’s early education. The committee’s announcement of the preschool’s closure, part of a broader restructuring plan to address space and resource limitations, met with significant public disapproval.

Halifax Finance Committee Deliberates Over Library Certification and Town’s Budget Deficit

Overview: During the recent Halifax Finance Committee meeting, members focused on two primary concerns: the library’s state certification and the town’s budget deficit, which ranges from $1.1 million to $1.4 million.