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Acton Fire pins four new firefighters

September 12, 2026
Tuesday afternoon September 8, Acton formally inducted four new members to the Fire Department: At the Pinning Ceremony, which was held at Acton’s Fire Station 4 on Harris Street, each new firefighter was pinned with their badge. Acton Town Manager John Mangiaratti opened the ceremony. Fire Chief Anita Arnum and Deputy Fire Chief Chris Sammet made remarks.  Each new firefighter was proudly pinned by a relative or by the Acton Fire Chief Anita Arnum. The Ceremony’s significance was highlighted by the attendance of Police Chief Douglas Sturniolo, Select Board Members Alissa Nicol and David Martin, plus numerous members of Acton’s…

Bulletin Board: Aug. 1, 2026

August 1, 2026
For volunteer opportunities and other announcements not tied to a single specific time and date, you are in the right place here at the Bulletin Board. Please email your Bulletin Board announcements to bulletinboard@actonexchange.org. (Please email Calendar events to calendar@actonexchange.org.) Recent government communiques From the Town of Acton:…
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Select Board Notes: July 20, 2026

July 25, 2026
Opening remarks Faulkner Volunteer awardee Lori Cooney bid farewell to the Board, regretfully announcing that she and her husband Joe Cooney—himself a volunteer in a variety of roles—were departing Acton to rejoin her siblings and other family members. Select Board Chair Alissa Nicol sadly recognized the passing of…

Bulletin Board: July 25, 2026

July 25, 2026
For volunteer opportunities and other announcements not tied to a single specific time and date, you are in the right place here at the Bulletin Board. Please email your Bulletin Board announcements to bulletinboard@actonexchange.org. (Please email Calendar events to calendar@actonexchange.org.) Recent government communiques From the Town of Acton:…

Bulletin Board: July 18, 2026

July 18, 2026
For volunteer opportunities and other announcements not tied to a single specific time and date, you are in the right place here at the Bulletin Board. Please email your Bulletin Board announcements to bulletinboard@actonexchange.org. (Please email Calendar events to calendar@actonexchange.org.) Recent government communiques From the Town of Acton:…

The changing landscape of immigration enforcement

July 18, 2026
Immigration enforcement in the US has gone through rapid shifts recently and, once again, the landscape has changed. In contrast with high profile, intensive enforcement focused in a particular city or state, the past few months have seen enforcement activities surge around the country, but in a more…

Bulletin Board: July 11, 2026

July 11, 2026
For volunteer opportunities and other announcements not tied to a single specific time and date, you are in the right place here at the Bulletin Board. Please email your Bulletin Board announcements to bulletinboard@actonexchange.org. (Please email Calendar events to calendar@actonexchange.org.) Recent government communiques From the Town of Acton:…
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School Committee news: June 2026 update

July 11, 2026
Teacher’s union settles new contract After eight months of negotiations, the Acton-Boxborough Education Association (ABEA) and Acton-Boxborough School Committee have agreed on a new three-year contract for the period July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029. The agreement was formally approved by the School Committee at a business…

Select Board Notes: July 6, 2026

July 11, 2026
Opening remarks 13 School Street Hearing Following a brief review of updates to the project plan, primarily concerning changes to the parking arrangement, and after receiving approvals from the Conservation Commission and Historic District commission, the Board unanimously approved the Site Plan Special Permit. An excerpt from the…

Bulletin Board: June 27, 2026

June 27, 2026
For volunteer opportunities and other announcements not tied to a single specific time and date, you are in the right place here at the Bulletin Board. Please email your Bulletin Board announcements to bulletinboard@actonexchange.org. (Please email Calendar events to calendar@actonexchange.org.) Recent government communiques From the Town of Acton:…

Seventh graders present their civics research

June 20, 2026
On June 9 and 10, over 400 seventh graders from RJ Grey Junior High School participated in what has become an annual Civics Fair event that community members participate in. The Civics Fair was held at the RJ Grey library during school hours and the gymnasium in the…
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Select Board Notes: June 15, 2026

June 20, 2026
Opening remarks: 46 Taylor Road acquisition update:  Acton Conservation Trust President Susan Mitchell-Hardt and Treasurer Hart Millett presented a ceremonial oversize check to the Town as a contribution for the purchase of 46 Taylor Road. 103 donors contributed a total of $116,620. The Board voted to accept the…

Bulletin Board: June 20, 2026

June 20, 2026
For volunteer opportunities and other announcements not tied to a single specific time and date, you are in the right place here at the Bulletin Board. Please email your Bulletin Board announcements to bulletinboard@actonexchange.org. (Please email Calendar events to calendar@actonexchange.org.) Recent government communiques From the Town: From the…

Bulletin Board: June 13, 2026

June 13, 2026
For volunteer opportunities and other announcements not tied to a single specific time and date, you are in the right place here at the Bulletin Board. Please email your Bulletin Board announcements to bulletinboard@actonexchange.org. (Please email Calendar events to calendar@actonexchange.org.) Recent government communiques Acton’s Economic Development director provides…

A tail-wagging good time at Acton’s new dog park

June 13, 2026
How doggone long have the pups of Acton been waiting for a place to run off leash with other dogs? On Friday, June 5, community members, Town officials, legislators, and supporters gathered at 348 Main Street, just off Route 2, to celebrate the official opening of the town’s…

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