Newbury Select Board Discusses Beach Cleanup Initiative and Approves New Business Licenses

Overview: In a recent Newbury Select Board meeting, members engaged in discussions about a proposed beach cleanup initiative in memory of Rachel Morrison, approved licenses for a mobile pizza business and a used car dealership, and addressed concerns about regional school funding and other community issues.

Newbury Council on Aging Report Set to Shape Future Facilities Amid Funding and Space Challenges

Overview: The Newbury Council on Aging’s recent meeting primarily focused on the approval and submission of a revised space needs assessment report, which will be presented to the select board. The report aims to address the town’s space requirements for aging services and is expected to play a role in future facility planning. Additionally, the meeting covered various community events, fundraising initiatives, and ongoing challenges related to transportation and healthcare services for seniors.

Newbury Select Board Approves Special Permit with Conditions Amid Pavilion Controversy

Overview: In a detailed session, the Newbury Select Board addressed multiple zoning and structural modification issues, notably approving a special permit for renovations on Harvard Way and debating changes to a pavilion at the Sunset Club on Old Point Road. The board navigated complex zoning laws and public concerns.

Newbury Planning Board Examines Key Issues in Proposed Developments

Overview: The Newbury Planning Board meeting saw discussions on several critical development projects, with a focus on ensuring compliance with safety protocols, addressing community concerns, and planning for future growth.

Newbury Library Adapts to Baker & Taylor Closure, Focuses on New Opportunities

Overview: At the recent Newbury Library Board of Trustees meeting, the most discussion centered around the impending closure of Baker & Taylor, a long-established book and media supplier. The library director announced that the company, which has been a staple for libraries’ CD and DVD collections, would cease operations by January. The director reassured attendees that the library has been utilizing Ingram for books since Baker & Taylor’s previous distribution issues in 2019. However, they noted that finding new suppliers for CDs and DVDs would be necessary, although they do not anticipate major disruptions.