Dighton Board of Assessors Approves Multiple Tax Abatements and Exemptions

Overview: The Dighton Board of Assessors convened on April 1, 2026, to address and approve a series of tax-related abatements and exemptions. The board signed off on abatements for motor vehicle and trailer excise taxes for fiscal years 2025 and 2026, alongside several real estate exemptions and abatements, including those related to the Community Preservation Act (CPA).

Hopkinton School Committee Weighs Critical Decision on Loop Road Paving Amid Funding Concerns

Overview: The Hopkinton School Committee convened to address concerns regarding the Loop Road paving project, a matter that has sparked debate over its financial and logistical implications. The committee deliberated on whether to include the paving project in a special town meeting warrant, with members expressing differing views on the urgency and potential outcomes of both proceeding with and bypassing the town meeting.

Littleton School Committee Examines Superintendent Candidates Amid Budget Constraints and Recruitment Challenges

Overview: The Littleton School Committee convened to conduct interviews for the superintendent position, a session marked by discussions on community engagement, budget constraints, and recruitment challenges. The meeting also addressed the importance of social-emotional learning integration, inclusive practices, and crisis management strategies.

Gardner Airport Commission Faces Scrutiny Over Jet Club Proposal and Rising Fuel Costs

Overview: The Gardner Airport Commission meeting focused on issues such as the Jet Club’s proposal for operations at the airport and the decision to raise fuel prices to maintain competitiveness.

Kingston Board Discusses Art Show Volunteer Needs, Monument Design, and Old Home Day Plans

Overview: During the recent Kingston Board of Selectmen meeting, members engaged in discussions on several topics, including preparations for an upcoming art show, the design of a monument honoring Kingston residents who served during the Revolutionary War, and plans for the upcoming Old Home Day event.