12.5% water rate hike in the pipeline as PFAS project looms
The annual cost for the average residential ratepayer will jump by $96.30 over the next year following a Public Works Commission vote.
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Barrow Bookstore makes 10Best bookstores list
The store carries used and antique books, with a focus on Acton history and authors, as well as literary-themed gifts.
Breaking: ICE no longer using Hanscom Field — spokesperson
Updated: The agency had been routing flights through Hanscom for many years but “recently decided to stop.”
Work stoppage leaves some Acton defendants lawyerless in court
Bar advocates have refused new assignments since May 27, citing the lack of a pay increase.
Acton Center to get long-sought cell boost
While abutters sound alarms, officials wonder whether low-powered technology could help fix other dead zones.
Young planners craft a fun, inclusive Thoreau playground
Eight Thoreau Elementary School students learned that designing a playground isn’t only about choosing fun features.
Acton Police log highlights: June 25-July 1, 2025
A Acton Bridge-curated list of police call log incidents and arraignment updates on recent arrests.
History meets mystery at the ‘Bullet Hole House’
On June 11, rangers discovered a hole in a glass pane next to the front door. The damage was reported to police.
Town and schools face fury at first public antisemitism reckoning
The Select Board session marked the town’s first major public discussion since a federal filing detailed years of abuse.
At White Pond, manageable crowds ease into summer
A feared crush of visitors generated by the state’s closure of Walden Pond’s main beach hasn’t materialized.
Rail trail safety issues highlighted after car injures pedestrian family
Some Acton officials and residents say the trail crossing is flawed and changes should be made.
Grape expectations: What’s next for Welch’s former HQ?
Real estate expert Cassidy Norton forecasted that the dated office space “probably will hang out for a while.”