Acton Police log highlights: May 13-19, 2026
A Acton Bridge-curated list of police call log incidents and arraignment updates on recent arrests.
News
State cuts razor wire from MCI-Acton
As redevelopment talks continue, state crews have been removing razor wire that once topped MCI-Acton’s walls.
Parents voice concerns as schools put cellphone policy on hold
Parents urged a closer look at technology use, including cellphones and screen time, at a recent School Committee meeting.
CMS solar project progressing without hoped-for $1.4M state grant
The Acton Municipal Light Plant is pursuing a private financing arrangement that could allow construction to begin soon.
Judge extends protection for Laurie Hunter but calls scarecrows ‘political’
John Grace has gone “well beyond being a pain in the neck,” schools Superintendent Laurie Hunter told a judge.
Rainbow crosswalks a new enhancement for Acton Pride
Temporary rainbow decals will be installed in Acton Center and possibly West Acton.
CCHS Class of 2026 urged to seize the day
“Today is not the end of something. It is the beginning of everything.”
Acton native Tyler Andrews claims record-breaking speed in Everest climb
The ultra-athlete said he made the climb in a blazing 9 hours and 55 minutes.
Leaf blower limits start June 1 and run until mid-September
Gas leaf blowers will be off-limits on lots smaller than 1.5 acres through September 14.
Select Board elects new chair, clerk after fireworks
This year featured a standing-room-only crowd, accusations of a backroom deal, and revelations of a late-night surgery.
‘Hate is hate’: DOJ compliance a first step, school leaders say
School Committee members voiced discomfort with the district’s revised anti-harassment and nondiscrimination policies.
Maisey O’Donnell training room could shift high school parking
The current design would require relocating some parking spaces currently on the Acton-Carlisle campus.