Delanco Town Council Tackles Affordable Housing, Police Staffing Changes, and Historic Preservation

Overview: The recent Delanco Town Council meeting focused on various topics, including proposed changes to affordable housing regulations, updates on police department staffing, and initiatives for historic preservation. Notably, discussions highlighted the need for updating affordable housing policies, the hiring of new police personnel, including the township’s first female officer, and the restoration of a historic 1856 town map.

Holliston School Committee Considers Superintendent Candidate Amid Ongoing Challenges

Overview: The Holliston School Committee recently convened to interview superintendent candidate James Kimo Carter and discuss issues such as the socio-emotional well-being of students, communication strategies, and upcoming building projects. Carter impressed the committee with his strategic vision for the district, emphasizing inclusivity, communication, and diversity. The meeting also highlighted ongoing challenges in education, including financial management, curricular changes, and equity initiatives.

Revere City Council Greenlights McKinley School Renovation and Body Camera Contract

Overview: The Revere City Council has approved a $37 million bond authorization for the extensive renovation of the McKinley School, a project anticipated to revitalize a long-vacant building and transform it into a community hub. Additionally, the council unanimously backed a five-year contract with Axon Enterprises for body-worn cameras for police officers.

Community Speaker Criticizes Clarksville-Montgomery County School Board’s Academic Qualifications

Overview: At the recent Clarksville-Montgomery County School Board meeting, a public speaker delivered a sharp critique of the board’s academic qualifications, linking it to recent partisan shifts in school board races. The speaker expressed concerns about the board’s educational background, particularly targeting members with religious education credentials, and emphasized the importance of addressing mental health and the needs of marginalized students, including the homeless and LGBTQIA communities.

Brighton 27J School Board Faces Scrutiny Over Transgender Bathroom Policies and Financial Management

Overview: The Brighton 27J School Board meeting on January 28, 2026, was marked by discussions on the district’s bathroom policies for transgender students, financial management issues, and student safety concerns. Community members voiced their apprehensions about the implications of allowing transgender students to use bathrooms corresponding with their gender identity, while the board also grappled with a financial restatement due to accounting missteps and scrutinized student feedback on safety in schools.