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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
On Monday, September 28, the Select Board will hold a hybrid meeting beginning at 7:00 p.m. There will be presentations and discussions around the adoption of the Boxborough Climate Action Plan, Abatement Fee increases, and the State Election and Fall Town Meeting warrants.
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
(24-SEP-26) On Wednesday, September 23, the Boxborough Planning Board held a “preliminary hearing” on the town’s fire station construction project.
The Planning Board held no votes but provided preliminary feedback to the fire station design team. The Board expects to issue written feedback to the applicant at their October 5 meeting... continue reading
(24-Sep-26) On Thursday, September 17, Boxborough Fire Engine 62 was involved in a motor vehicle accident. The accident occurred at approximately 4 p.m. when the Boxborough Fire Department was responding to a medical emergency on I-495 North.
When asked for details about the crash, Boxborough Fire Chief John Kivlan explained that “the fire engine was traveling northbound on I-495 near the Route 2 interchange with its emergency lights activated when a vehicle merging onto I-495 North from Route 2 collided with the side of the engine.”...continue reading
(24-Sep-26) At the Blanchard School Open House on September 14, two town employees greeted families outside the school doors to share information about the “Boxborough in the Know” project and encourage residents to take the “Boxborough in the Know” survey.
“Boxborough in the Know” is a town initiative to improve communications between the town and its residents. The survey is available at https://forms.gle/fxdZxnF9eS6Berkx9
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(24-Sep-26) At its meeting on September 16, the Boxborough Conservation Commission (ConsCom) met with Flamingo Market manager Keyur Patel regarding an Enforcement Order (EO) that was issued to Keymi Realty, LLC (owner of Flamingo Market) on September 2, 2026.
The property referenced in the enforcement order, located at 104 Mass Ave, is within a 100-foot buffer to the adjacent wetlands...continue reading
(24-SEP-26) At its meeting on September 15, the Boxborough Finance Committee (FinCom) reviewed year-end results for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) and warrant articles for the upcoming Fall Town Meeting (November 16).
FinCom Chair Tony Newton reported that the town ended FY2026 with $1,464,056 under budget. Those funds will eventually flow into free cash, which can be used by the town to fund future warrant articles... continue reading
(24-SEP-26) At the Boxborough Personnel Board meeting on September 15, Assistant Town Administrator Rajon Hudson presented a proposal on behalf of the Town Planner to make changes to the Classification and Compensation Schedule at Fall Town Meeting (November 16). The proposal would change the way wiring, plumbing, and gas inspectors are paid... continue reading
FEATURES
FEATURES
(24-SEP-26) For a second year in a row, the Boxborough Economic Development Committee (EDC) is planning a “Village for a Day” event intended to promote local businesses and help the community imagine what a walkable town center in Boxborough could look like.
The event will return on Saturday, October 3rd (rain date October 17) from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will take place in multiple locations along Mass Ave, including Middlesex Bank Plaza, the UCC Church lawn, and Town Hall... continue reading
By Lucy Meng
(24-SEP-26) A local dance studio is settling into a new home in Boxborough after moving from neighboring Bolton, bringing with it longtime students, new opportunities, and a philosophy centered on enjoying dance without the pressure of competition.
Bloom Dance Center, formerly known as Bolton Dance Center, recently moved to 1233 Mass Ave. in Boxborough, just a few minutes from its former location. Owner and teacher Monique Dorian said the studio had been looking for a better space while remaining close enough for its existing students in Harvard, Stow, Bolton, and Lancaster... 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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