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Bike share launch attracts crowd in East Acton

June 21, 2025
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On June 13, curious bikers gathered on the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail at East Acton Village Green to learn about The Minuteman Regional Bike Share Program from representatives of the four host towns: Patricia Costa from Acton; Beth Williams and Alyssa Sandoval from Concord; Jennifer Curtin from Lincoln; and Zoe Piel from Maynard. Attendees were able to test-ride multi-purpose bikes from sponsors who also offered tasty snacks. Representatives from local businesses including Enterprise Bank, Teamworks/Five Star Sports Rehab and Physical Therapy, Anita’s Shoe Boutique, Waypoint Adventure adaptive programs, Pedal Power, and Majestic Day Spa participated in the opening. There will…
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Scarecrows stand up to stigma and weather

October 12, 2024
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The scarecrows are lined up and ready to greet the public at Cucurbit Farm, 32 Parker St. in Acton. It’s time to vote for your favorite at the “Stand Up to Stigma” Scarecrow Contest. The scarecrow faces pictured here are just a touch of the creativity on display…
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How and why to recycle batteries in Acton

October 12, 2024
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Every day, we use devices powered by batteries – and these batteries contain hazardous materials. This article reviews how Acton residents can dispose of used batteries safely right here in town – and why it is important to do so. Batteries in our devices contain a variety of…
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Select Board Notes: October 7, 2024

October 12, 2024
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A resident with concerns for school gun safety opened the October 7, 2024 Select Board meeting, mentioning a petition. Board Chair Fran Arsenault offered her assistance in directing the resident to the appropriate resources. Board Member Dean Charter noted the adoption of the 2025 Community Preservation Plan, saying…
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Acton-Boxborough schools recognized as Climate Leader

October 12, 2024
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On October 2, the sponsors of Mass Save® announced nineteen 2024 Mass Save Climate Leaders across Massachusetts, recognizing them for long-term commitments to reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions. One of the honorees was Acton-Boxborough Regional School District, specifically for the Boardwalk Campus project. That project allowed the…
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The Bulletin Board

October 12, 2024
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Scarecrow Contest & Jack O’ Lanterns (From NAMI of Central Middlesex) Vote for your favorite at the “Stand Up to Stigma” Scarecrow Contest at Cucurbit Farm at 32 Parker St. in Acton. Proceeds benefit the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Central Middlesex. The scarecrows will be…
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Mushroom forage in the Town Forest

October 4, 2024
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On September 29, Acton Conservation Trust held a Mushroom Forage with Boston Mycological Club (BMC) at Wills Hole/Town Forest. They welcomed about seventy-five people to this joint event. After a few introductory remarks, people took to the woods, looking for all manner of fungi. Right off the parking…
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Best ’fest ever

October 4, 2024
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West Acton business owners have celebrated Oktoberfest for a couple of decades* and this year’s event was as large and lively as ever. Participants of all ages found activities to draw them in. “I think it was the best attendance we’ve had so far,” said organizer Annette Lochrie,…
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Flag retirement ceremony

October 4, 2024
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On Sunday, September 22, a Flag Retirement Ceremony was held at Woodlawn Cemetery on Concord Road in Acton. The United States Flag Code stipulates the proper method of disposal for a flag that is “in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display.” Traditionally,…
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New school committee website launched

October 4, 2024
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The Acton-Boxborough Regional School Committee is excited to announce the release of a new school committee website designed to increase transparency and streamline operations. The new website can be found at: https://abschools.diligent.community. Using the new website, community members will be able to: The school committee invites members of…
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The Bulletin Board

October 4, 2024
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Scarecrow Contest & Jack O’ Lanterns (From NAMI of Central Middlesex) Vote for your favorite at the “Stand Up to Stigma” Scarecrow Contest at Cucurbit Farm at 32 Parker St. in Acton. Proceeds benefit the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Central Middlesex. The scarecrows will be…
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Music comes to new Windsor Green patio

September 27, 2024
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It was a beautiful Sunday afternoon on September 15. A long-awaited, postponed by the summer heat, music festival of the Windsor Green Acton Housing Authority played out at the half-shady and half-sunny back patio, which was built in 2023 and funded, along with equipment, by a Creative Placemaking…
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Chinese community celebrates Mid-Autumn Festival

September 27, 2024
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When Costco starts to sell mooncakes, a Chinese sweet pastry with lotus seed paste filling and salted duck egg yolk, I know the Mid-autumn Festival is near, and it is time to check its date on the Chinese calendar and mark it so that I won’t miss the…
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The Bulletin Board

September 27, 2024
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Oktoberfest in West Acton From West Acton Village Merchants Association Join us for Oktoberfest 2024 on September 28th from 10am to 3pm at Gardner Field! Come catch fantastic live music, enjoy a cold drink, tasty snacks, local shopping and the opportunity to get to know local organizations! Elementary…
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Four women playing Scrabble at the Council on Aging. At least one of them has an unfortunate collection of letters.

News Brief: Senior Center Welcomes Fall

September 27, 2024
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More than sixteen Acton-area seniors attended an Autumn Celebration and Newcomers Tour hosted by Acton’s Council on Aging (COA) last Monday, September 23. Attendees were welcomed by COA Ambassador Leo and staffers Sharon and Chris, and enjoyed coffee, cider, and cinnamon donuts. For future Senior Center events, view…
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Exchange Hall sold to Belmont Church

September 21, 2024
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Historic Exchange Hall at 2 School St., South Acton was sold on August 6 to the Anointed Worship Center, a Christian church currently located on Trapelo Road in Belmont. The sale price was $1,070,000. Glenn Berger, former owner of the building and owner of Acton Woodworks, a remodeling…
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