On Walden Pond: Exhilaration, solitude, and communing with nature
For now, the solitude that Henry David Thoreau wrote of finding at Walden Pond still appears accessible. Researchers, however, say Walden is changing.
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Rev. Jennifer Johnson brings new perspective to historic First Parish
Johnson is the first woman lead minister of the country’s oldest and largest Unitarian Universalist congregation.
CCHS panel now flush with options for new bathroom building
It’s estimated that an amenities building at Memorial Field could cost anywhere from $445,000 to $1.9 million.
A son of Acton drums up homegrown patriotic spirit
Midshipman Sprague will join the Naval Drum and Bugle Corps in Acton’s 250th revolutionary anniversary parade.
Middlesex School seeds 250th trees project with $50K gift
The species planted will be native to the region and consistent with the town’s tree planting guide.
Hanscom hangar project still on despite Massport charter change
“It’s going to become a matter of interpretation in a lawsuit,” said Kati Winchell of Acton-based Save Our Heritage.
Where’s your Bridge? Gone fishing
Acton Outfitters owner Andy Bonzagni and a crew of anglers took The Acton Bridge to Cuba.
Acton Fire’s Rachel Vroegindewey completes state training
Vroegindewey is one of 31 recent graduates of the state’s 50-day Career Recruit Firefighting Training Program.
Estabrook landowners file new appeal over public access
An attorney representing some of the property owners said the fight would be an “uphill battle.”
Acton Police log highlights: November 13-19, 2024
A Acton Bridge-curated list of police call log incidents and arraignment updates on recent arrests.
Acton Center tree lighting and parade in pictures
Acton’s annual tree lighting and parade drew thousands ready to kick off the season. Photographer Ken McGagh captured the holiday spirit.
New guest flag policy still in the wind
The Select Board settled one question but left another unanswered in its latest attempt to finish updating Acton’s guest flag raising policy.