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Vote by Mail offers choice, elections are expensive

The idea of having it your way when it comes to dinner isn’t new. So why not have the same options when it comes to elections? Eat in, take out or delivery. Town Clerk MaryEllen Lannon says it’s the same thing when you think about it. Eat in?

School Committee votes in favor of additional program initiatives for next year's budget

The school budget isn’t a lock yet. School officials have unanimously voted to support three initiatives for additional programming. At the Jan. 30 School Committee meeting, Superintendent Dr. Frank Hackett gave another update on the fiscal year 2025 budget process. As promised at a Jan. 23 public hearing, Hackett

State awards Winchester $99,999 Green Communities Grant

The following was submitted by the office of Sen. Jason Lewis: State Sen. Jason Lewis and Sen. Pat Jehlen, Rep. Michael Day and Rep. Michelle Ciccolo, and the Town of Winchester are excited to announce a $99,999 Green Communities grant from the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources to support

Chamber of Commerce makes donation to Winchester News

The Winchester Chamber of Commerce was pleased to extend a donation to Chamber member Winchester News.   The contribution serves as a testament to the Chamber’s appreciation for the pivotal role journalism plays in keeping citizens informed and connected. The Chamber’s Board of Directors extends its gratitude to all

Planning Board approves Waterfield Special Permit

The Planning Board has unanimously approved the Waterfield development Special Permit subject to conditions. A vote on the Special Permit was required Feb. 6 as it was a necessary step before the developer can submit an application for financing with the state, which is due this week. The public hearing

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