A long haul: Tough Ruck 2024 in pictures
Funds raised in the enhanced marathon, which wended its rugged way through Acton this week, help military and first responder families in times of need.
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Acton’s free tree program helps beautify — and combat climate change
The town does not charge for the trees and asks only that property owners water and maintain them.
Where’s Your Bridge? Altadena, California
John and Jana Gardella paid their respects at the grave of Concordian Ellen Garrison Clark at the Altadena Cemetery.
Acton on the march
Despite flooding that re-routed and rearranged some of Monday’s Patriots Day observances, marchers and paradegoers turned out in style.
Concordian receives Order of the British Empire for philanthropy
Robert Chartener is among the fewer than 50 Americans with this honor.
Curb your gardening enthusiasm as spring sets in
We practice this restraint knowing that pollinator insects have been overwintering in our lawn debris, our home gardens, and the gardens we maintain in the village.
Middlesex Savings Bank donating $50K to Concord250 celebrations
Concord250 and Middlesex Savings Bank officials gathered recently to celebrate the gift and receive the first $25,000 installment.
Flooding scrubs Patriots Day North Bridge commemoration; parade marches on
“The Patriots Day Parade is on but the route will not go through the park and over the North Bridge.”
Middle School naming sparks broader conversation about race
The School Committee voted to go with “Acton Middle School,” but calls to name the building for racial justice advocate Ellen Garrison continue.
Is a prisoner a resident of town? Not when it comes to casting a ballot
The issue played out in dramatic fashion here nearly 50 years ago when a MCI-Acton inmate ran for office.
Acton Bridge CEO Maile Hulihan: We’re in a partnership
We succeed by working together to create a sustainable, best-in-class weekly nonprofit newspaper.
Starstruck: a (safe) look at Acton eclipse 2024
“The Acton Ed Fund feels fortunate to have played a small part in making [Monday] great for all the kids in the district,” said Co-President Jen Perry.