Newbury Open Space Committee Discusses Enhancing Public Engagement and Updating Recreation Plan

Overview: The Newbury Open Space Committee’s recent meeting focused on strategies to improve public engagement and update the Open Space Recreation Plan, with discussions on leveraging community input, collaborating with local committees, and addressing previously unmet action plan goals.

Newbury Library Board Faces HVAC Woes Amidst Ongoing Upgrades

Overview: The Newbury Library Board of Trustees meeting discussed the ongoing HVAC issues in the library’s meeting room and the broader facility upgrades, including roofing and charging station installations. The board also addressed staff contributions during a period of short staffing, the successful community events hosted by the library, and prospective programming and budgetary considerations.

Cultural Council Seeks Support for Revived Newbury Town Day

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Newbury Select Board tackled a variety of topics, with a focus on revitalizing Newbury Town Day, a community event slated for August 16, 2025. Alongside this, the board navigated discussions about municipal contract executions and logistical challenges concerning local facilities and licenses.

Newbury Council on Aging Plans Expansion of Health Services and Community Engagement Initiatives

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Newbury Council on Aging discussed expanding health services, including a new hearing clinic and community engagement events, while also focusing on improving communication strategies and historical preservation efforts.

Newbury Select Board Discusses Potential Sites for Council on Aging Facility

Overview: The Newbury Select Board meeting focused on identifying and evaluating potential sites for a new Council on Aging facility. The discussion, hindered by a busy holiday schedule, highlighted the challenges of finding suitable land due to existing development and environmental constraints.