Lunenburg Committee Grapples with Open Space Plan Extension Amid Committee Resignations

Overview: In a recent Lunenburg Open Space Committee meeting held via Zoom, the committee addressed several topics, including the resignation of two key members and the state-approved extension of the town’s open space plan. The meeting saw discussions about future in-person gatherings and strategizing to maintain the community’s eligibility for state grant funding.

Gardner Planning Board Moves Forward with West Mini Storage Facility and Prepares for Joint Public Hearings

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Gardner Planning Board approved the site plan for the West Mini Storage facility, contingent upon several conditions, and planned a joint public hearing with the city council for zoning ordinance updates, including the floodplain overlay district. These discussions highlight the board’s ongoing efforts to manage development and zoning within the city.

Gardner License Commission Approves Moonhill Brewing’s One-Day License for Large Event

Overview: The Gardner License Commission convened to approve a one-day license for Moonhill Brewing Company for a customer appreciation event, discuss ongoing changes at Gardner Elks and the Lithuanian Auding Association, and address the upcoming change of ownership at the South Gardner Hotel.

Lunenburg Select Board Bids Farewell to Long-serving Members, Welcomes New Police Officer

Overview: In a recent Lunenburg Select Board meeting, attention centered on farewells to outgoing board members, commendations for their service, and the appointment of a new student police officer, Brody Tapley, amidst a series of community-focused discussions and initiatives.

Blackstone-Millville Faces Water Safety Dilemma as Community Demands Clarity

Overview: The Blackstone-Millville Regional School Committee meeting was dominated by concerns over the water safety at Millville Early Education School (MEES), as parents and residents voiced apprehensions about moving students back without guaranteed safe water access. The town has committed to providing bottled water, supported by a $1 million grant to address water contamination, but the community remains uneasy about the adequacy of proposed solutions.