Mahwah School Board Celebrates Teachers of the Year and Announces New High School Principal

Overview: During a recent Mahwah School Board meeting, the spotlight was on the recognition of exceptional educators within the district, the introduction of a new principal for Mahwah High School, and discussions on the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The board celebrated several educators for their remarkable contributions, introduced Danielle Wood as the recommended candidate for principal, and reviewed financial plans, highlighting a modest tax increase due to rising health costs.

Jackson School Board Appoints New Superintendent Amidst Budget Challenges and Student Achievements

Overview: The Jackson School Board meeting this week addressed several matters ranging from the appointment of a new superintendent, financial challenges impacting the district, to the recognition of student achievements. The board approved the appointment of Mr. Biginsky as the new superintendent, highlighted the district’s budgetary constraints, and celebrated various student accomplishments, including the Girls Wrestling Team’s state championship win.

Revere City Council Celebrates $14.8 Million Savings in School Construction Budget

Overview: At the recent Revere City Council meeting, the focus was on the financial health of a major school construction project, which is now reported to be $14.8 million under the original budget. The Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contract for the project was a central topic of discussion, with the council expressing confidence in its trajectory and financial positioning. The GMP, now finalized at $395.1 million, showed significant savings compared to the initial construction budget of $412 million. These savings are proposed to be reallocated to increase the owner’s hard cost contingency from $18.5 million to $33.3 million.

Fall River Focuses on Firefighter Safety and New Emergency Response Trailer

Overview: The Fall River City Council’s Committee on Public Safety convened to address issues concerning the procurement of firefighter gear and the deployment of a new emergency response trailer. The meeting covered the urgency of equipping firefighters with safe, PAS-free turnout gear and explored the operational capabilities of a newly acquired command trailer for city events.

Brookline Select Board Discusses Infrastructure, Health Care, and Budget Issues

Overview: The Brookline Select Board meeting on April 28, 2026, tackled several issues, notably the future of the Department of Public Works (DPW) site at Lars Anderson Park, Massachusetts’ single-payer healthcare system, and critical budget considerations for the upcoming fiscal year. Discussions were also held on the implications of infrastructure projects, noise regulations, and the potential expansion of stipends for board members.