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April 29, 2026
Arlington's 219th Town Meeting Opens, Works Through 36 of 96 Articles
Town Meeting opened April 27 with historical addresses marking the nation's 250th anniversary, including an invocation poem from newly appointed Poet Laureate Teresa Cader. Members completed 36 of 96 warrant articles on opening night.
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Select Board Chair Highlights AHS Rebuild and $14.8M Override in State of the Town
Select Board Chair John Hurd's annual address cited the completed Arlington High School rebuild, new athletic fields, and March's passage of a $14.8M operating override as key wins, alongside continued climate and safety goals.
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Town Meeting Approves Rules for Arlington Tree Committee
Members voted to approve Article 14 on opening night, formally establishing rules and procedures for the Arlington Tree Committee.
Arlington Patch
Arlington Brewing Co. Wins Gold at 2026 World Beer Cup
Arlington Brewing Company earned a gold medal for its Trafford Ale in the English Mild category at the 2026 World Beer Cup, competing against 1,644 breweries worldwide.
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Arlington's Hidden Treasures Festival Returns in May
The annual Hidden Treasures Festival runs throughout May, offering free pop-up exhibits and public events focused on Arlington's nature, culture, and history, beginning the first weekend of the month.
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Multi-Chamber Networking Event Tonight at Regent Theatre (5–7 PM)
The Arlington Chamber of Commerce hosts a multi-chamber networking event tonight from 5:00–7:00 p.m. at the Regent Theatre, bringing together professionals from 10 area chambers with food, drinks, and a follow-on film screening.
Arlington Chamber of Commerce
First Parish Hosts Virtual Budget Review Tonight at 7 PM
First Parish leadership holds a virtual Zoom session tonight at 7:00 p.m. to review its FY 2026–2027 budget and take questions from community members.
First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington, MA
Town Offering Mini-Grants to Support Cooling Centers This Summer
Arlington's Cool & Connected Mini-Grant Program provides funding to local organizations and businesses willing to serve as cooling centers during extreme heat events.
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