Newbury Receives $200,000 Grant for Culvert Replacement

Overview: The Newbury Select Board meeting highlighted the approval of a substantial $200,000 grant for the replacement of the Orchard Street culvert, a infrastructure project for the town.

Newbury Council on Aging Discusses Outreach and Upcoming Events

Overview: In a recent Newbury Council on Aging meeting, the board focused on community outreach efforts and the introduction of new programs at the center. A member detailed a successful recruitment campaign aimed at involving more senior citizens in the Council’s activities. The campaign included distributing newsletters and schedules of events to encourage participation from seniors, especially those who return from winter locations and might be unaware of the ongoing programs.

Newbury Approves Special Permits, Advances Cricket Lane Project

Overview: The Newbury Select Board has granted multiple special permits, including the approval for a new accessory apartment and the merging of lots for an existing property, during a recent meeting. Additionally, the board made progress on the Cricket Lane project by discussing a regulatory agreement essential for the project’s advancement.

Newbury Finance Committee Tackles School Budget and Special Education Costs

Overview: The Newbury Finance Committee meeting delved into the complexities of the school budget, the management of free cash, and the rising costs of special education, all within the larger context of fostering greater community involvement and transparency in the town’s financial affairs. The discussion on the school budget, particularly surrounding a failed application for a new high school and the need for a detailed explanation of the situation to the public, stood out as a issue.

Newbury Commission Deliberates on Environmental Impact of Construction

Overview: The Newbury Conservation Commission’s recent meeting, held remotely, centered on several key environmental concerns related to ongoing and proposed construction projects. The commission requested plans and additional information from applicants to assess the environmental impact of their projects carefully.