Grant clock ticking, decision-makers seek Black Heritage Trail Markers accord
The Historic Districts Commission is set for a trail markers vote on Wednesday night.
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Acton Police log highlights: May 27-June 2, 2026
A Acton Bridge-curated list of police call log incidents and arraignment updates on recent arrests.
Acton man, guilty of sexual assaults, gets 15 years in prison
Elie Jammal, 73, was convicted of rape and two counts of indecent assault and battery.
Ex-synagogue education director pleads guilty to child enticement
Scott Newman, 52, of Natick, changed his plea just under a year after police arrested him in a sting.
Boutique owner plans to spread Happy-ness to West Acton
Sanna McAuliffe is preparing to launch Happy West Acton at the former home of The Spectacle Maven.
Call it Cone-cord: Drivers enduring a road repair blitz
Acton’s long road to smoother streets is paved with raised manhole covers, detours, and asphalt fumes.
Town nears ambulance upgrade after rollout date slipped
Acton residents will wait a little longer than expected for a town-run “advanced life support” ambulance service.
Conantum at 75: ‘Affordable’ option now sits in a million-dollar market
As Acton debates new housing opportunities, Conantum offers a reminder that the town has faced similar questions before.
Amid jostling, school panels elect Waterson, Pisharody chairs
School Committee member Michael Williams lost four bids for a post while former members questioned the appointments.
Boys tennis, lacrosse end seasons
The tennis team’s 2026 season ended in the third round of the MIAA Division 1 state tournament.
Remote stopgap could make Town Meeting more accessible
A disability accommodation is among several adjustments under consideration.
Photos: New homes for old tomes
The annual Friends of the Acton Free Public Library sale drew an estimated 2,500 visitors.