Daily brief · Arlington, MA
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May 2, 2026
Arlington Heights Spring Window Painting Fills 60+ Storefronts Today
The fifth annual Arlington Heights Spring Window Painting runs today, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., with artists decorating more than 60 windows across 25 Heights businesses. Artwork stays up through mid-June.
Arlington Chamber of Commerce
Swap Shed Opens Today for Free Household Item Exchange
Arlington's volunteer-run Swap Shed is open today, noon–2 p.m., at 33 Ryder St. — a free drop-in to share or pick up reusable household items.
Town of Arlington
Bluebikes Offering Free $20 Credits for National Bike Month
Blue Cross Blue Shield is giving away $20 Bluebikes credits through May — use code BCBSBIKEMONTH26 in the app, valid at all 600 stations across 13 municipalities including Arlington.
YourArlington
Rainy, Unsettled Weekend Ahead for Arlington
Expect clouds, breezy conditions, and periods of rain through early next week, with drier weather and warming temperatures returning by Tuesday.
YourArlington
Town Meeting Creates Revolving Fund for 17 Irving St. Property
Arlington Town Meeting voted to establish a revolving fund for the town-owned 17 Irving St. property, letting rental and utility payments from tenants — including the Arlington Children's Center — be reinvested in building upkeep and capital projects.
Arlington Patch
MWRA Sewage Overflow Plan Advances to State and Federal Review
The MWRA has submitted its draft Long Term Control Plan for combined sewer overflows — which allows continued raw sewage discharges into local rivers during heavy rain — to state and federal agencies for public comment.
Mystic River Watershed Association
All Arlington Athletic Fields Open for Spring Season
All town athletic fields opened April 30 following spring assessment and preparation by the Department of Public Works and Arlington Recreation.
YourArlington
Beloved Arlington Chiropractor Retires After 47 Years
Dr. Rick Archambault retired April 20 after 47 years practicing chiropractic care in Arlington, known for his whole-person approach to treatment.
YourArlington
Memorial Day Ceremony Set for May 25
Arlington's annual Memorial Day observances are scheduled for Monday, May 25, beginning at 9 a.m. — the public is invited to attend.
Town of Arlington
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