Swampscott Select Board Tackles Police Contract Negotiations and Hawthorne Property Proposals

Overview: The Swampscott Select Board meeting on February 11, 2026, focused on discussions regarding police contract negotiations and proposals for the redevelopment of the Hawthorne property.

Memphis Shelby-County School Board Appoints Dr. Rod Richmond as Permanent Superintendent

Overview: The Memphis Shelby-County School Board has officially appointed Dr. Rod Richmond as the permanent superintendent of Memphis Shelby County Schools. The decision was reached after a discussion about the leadership needs of the district and the urgency of stabilizing its administration. Dr. Richmond, who has been serving as interim superintendent, now steps into the role permanently following a unanimous board vote to proceed with contract negotiations.

Boston Cannabis Board Reviews Employee Stock Ownership Plans and New Research Facility Proposal

Overview: The Boston Cannabis Board’s recent virtual meeting covered topics, including the implementation of Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) for cannabis businesses and a proposal for a new marijuana research facility. The meeting, led by Chairwoman Kathleen Joyce, focused on how these initiatives could impact the cannabis industry in Boston.

Norton Planning Board Proposes Changes to Holiday Lighting Contest Amidst Event Planning Discussions

Overview: During the recent Norton Planning Board meeting, attention was given to the home business holiday lighting contest, where the board discussed modifying the voting process due to issues experienced in the past. Alongside this, plans for upcoming community events such as the town cleanup, Spring Egg Hunt, and the revival of Founders Day were also deliberated.

Dighton Board Discusses Swap Shed Policies and Local Aid Funding at Selectmen Meeting

Overview: The Dighton Board of Selectmen convened on February 11, 2026, to address several issues, including the development of a town swap shed and concerns over local aid funding from the Massachusetts state legislature. Discussions centered on the policies governing the swap shed, the appointment of a new part-time dispatcher, job vacancies, and the implications of state funding on local services.