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Nanopress Daily — Arlington, MA
April 12, 2026
Crystal Haynes Copithorne Wins Arlington School Committee Seat
Crystal Haynes Copithorne defeated Shaun Berry 4,556 to 4,240 votes to win the one-year School Committee vacancy.
Arlington Patch
Mystic Street Bridge Replacement Begins at Cookes Hollow
Kenefick Corp has begun replacing the Mystic Street Bridge in a two-season project that will cause traffic delays, lane shifts, and sidewalk detours.
Town of Arlington
Most Playing Fields Reopen; Buzzell Fields 1 & 2 Remain Closed
Most Arlington playing fields reopened April 10 after wet weather closures, but Buzzell Fields 1 and 2 stay closed.
YourArlington
Patriots Day Weekend Events Set for April 18-20
Arlington will host beer hall events April 18, Jason Russell House Family Day April 19, and Whittemore Park celebration April 20.
YourArlington
DNA Reveals Spy Pond Tusk Came from Alaskan Mammoth
Arlington Historical Society revealed DNA evidence shows the famous Spy Pond tusk belonged to an Alaskan mammoth, not a local mastodon, and likely arrived via gold-mining operations.
YourArlington
Spring and Summer Recreation Registration Now Open
Arlington Recreation opened registration for spring and summer programs including camps, sports, and STEM activities for all ages.
Town of Arlington
No School Monday April 13 for Grade Preparation Day
Arlington Public Schools students have no classes Monday, April 13, designated as a Grade Preparation Day for faculty.
Massachusetts Schools
Heights Business District Open House April 14
The rescheduled Heights Business District Open House runs Tuesday, April 14, 6-7:30 p.m. at Arlington Community Center to gather feedback on parking, design, and business support.
Town of Arlington
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