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Next Week at Town Hall
Next Week at Town Hall
Boxborough Town Hall will be closed on Monday January 26 due to the impending s
On Tuesday, April 14, the Finance Committee will hold a hybrid meeting beginning at 7 p.m. They will discuss some Audit Issues, the FY27 Budget, the group's organization, and their Annual Town Meeting presentation.
Click here for a list of all agendas for the upcoming week, including Zoom links.
Visit boxborough-ma.gov for other calendar and agenda items.
This Week's News
This Week's News
(10-APR-26) At its much anticipated four-hour meeting on Thursday, April 9, the Acton-Boxborough Regional School Committee voted on the district’s new system for elementary school enrollment. The new system includes three geographic zones corresponding to the three elementary campuses; “flex zones” for balancing enrollment in future years; and “transition policies” for current students... continue reading
(10-APR-26) At their meeting on Thursday, April 9, the Boxborough Fire Station Building Committee (FSBC) chose three design firms to interview at their next meeting on April 15: Context Architecture, Kaestle Boos Associates Inc., and Tecton Architects... continue reading
(9-APR-26) During their meeting on Monday, April 6, the Boxborough Planning Board heard a report from Town Planner Alec Wade regarding the town’s MBTA Communities Act compliance status. Wade informed the Board that the town’s MBTA Communities Zoning Bylaw passed in October 2025 must be revised in order to comply with the law. ... continue reading
(9-APR-26) The Boxborough Swap Shed, made possible by a collaboration between the Boxborough Sustainability Committee, Office of Land Use and Permitting, and Department of Public Works, will re-open its doors for the 2026 season on Earth Day, Wednesday April 22.
The Swap Shed is located at the Boxborough Transfer Station at 550 Codman Hill Road and is expected to be open when the Transfer Station is open, on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., depending on volunteer availability... continue reading
(9-APR-26) Friday, April 10 is the final day to obtain nomination papers for the June 2, 2026 town election from the Boxborough town clerk. Although Town Hall is closed on Fridays, the Town Clerk will be in the office to provide papers until the 5 p.m. deadline.
The following individuals have “pulled” nomination papers as of Thursday, April 9... continue reading
FEATURES
FEATURES
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(10-APR-26) On Friday, April 10, Oscar and Dalia Garcia, owners of Oscar’s Burritos (34 Mass Ave), cut the ribbon to mark the official opening of their new breakfast cafe, which will operate in the expanded space inside their much-loved Mexican grill. The cafe will offer coffee, fresh pastries, and ice cream... continue reading
(9-APR-26) Note from the Editors: “Being Well in Boxborough” is a column written by the Boxborough Well-Being Committee, led by Chair Mary Pavlik.
Message for the Community from the Well-Being Committee: After a long cold winter and a demanding flu season, spring has finally arrived. The Well-Being Committee is dedicated to fostering community connection as we emerge into the light of a new season... continue reading
announcements and events
announcements and events
“Announcements and Events” is a place to learn and share information about community events and announcements in Boxborough and surrounding towns. It also houses a community calendar.
Are you curious what’s happening around town and beyond? Visit "Announcements and Events" to browse through the postings.
Are you part of a local organization that wants to spread the word about an upcoming event? Send your announcement to boxboroughnews@gmail.com for posting on the "Announcements and Events" page. Submissions are posted at the discretion of the Boxborough News editors.
Outside the Box
Outside the Box
Looking for more local news? Curious about issues and events outside of our ten square miles? Our “Outside the Box” page points you to community newspapers and television sites in surrounding towns:
The Acton Exchange
Acton TV
The Harvard Press
The Stow Independent
The Westford CAT
The Concord Bridge
Carlisle Mosquito
The Groton Herald
Littleton Community Television
We look forward to connecting and collaborating more with these publications in the coming year!
Our news is published inside the “Action Unlimited - Acton/Boxborough Edition,”. Click here for the latest edition.
Our news is published inside the “Action Unlimited - Acton/Boxborough Edition,”. Click here for the latest edition.
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