Frankford School Board Weighs Preschool Expansion Amid Funding Concerns

Overview: In a recent Frankford School Board meeting, members deliberated the intricacies and potential risks of joining a state-funded preschool program, considering not only educational benefits but also the sustainability of funding and the fiscal impact on the district. With the preschool expansion aid grant from the state of New Jersey on the table, the Board faced the challenge of whether to embrace an opportunity that could enhance early childhood education but also strain local resources.

Finance Committee Backs Zoning and Bylaw Amendments in Maynard

Overview: In a recent session, the Maynard Finance Committee put forth recommendations on several crucial articles that could impact the town’s future.

Gloucester Council Faces Public Concerns Over Transparency and Utility Sale

Overview: In a recent Gloucester Town Council meeting, community concerns were raised regarding the transparency of public expenditures and the potential sale of the Municipal Utilities Authority (MUA). The most points of contention included a half-million-dollar expenditure approved without a detailed explanation, skepticism about the sale of the sewer utility, and concerns about police conduct and related community issues.

Holliston Unveils Strategic Plan with Emphasis on Community and Growth

Overview: The Holliston School Committee meeting highlighted the town’s strategic plan, which has been developed through extensive community input over two years. This plan outlines seven strategic priorities for the next five years, with a focus on maintaining the town’s defining characteristic of being a “small town with a big heart” while fostering growth and inclusivity.

Howell Planning Board Approves Route 34 Development

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Howell Township Planning Board on May 9th, 2024, the most development discussed was the proposed project on Route 34 Northbound, which includes the construction of a 14,000 square foot retail and office space for farm and construction equipment on a site encompassing two lots totaling 7.65 acres. This development, slated for the area where the old Collinswood Motel once stood, includes a plethora of site additions such as a driveway, staging area, parking spaces, and a stormwater management system.