Daily brief · Arlington, MA
Nanopress Daily — Arlington, MA
May 5, 2026
Wind Advisory in Effect Today: Gusts Up to 50 MPH
A National Weather Service Wind Advisory is in effect for Arlington from noon to 10 PM today, with southwest winds 15–30 mph and gusts up to 50 mph. Expect downed tree limbs and possible power outages.
Weather Underground / National Weather Service
Green Infrastructure Walking Tour Tomorrow in East Arlington
The DPW Engineering Division and DPCD will lead a free outdoor tour of Arlington's nature-based stormwater systems — including rain gardens and infiltration trenches — on Wednesday, May 6 at 10 AM, starting at the Thorndike Field parking lot.
Town of Arlington
Teresa Cader Named Arlington's Fifth Poet Laureate
Teresa Cader has been appointed Arlington's fifth Poet Laureate and plans to launch a town-wide Arlington's Favorite Poem Project to engage residents in the literary arts.
Your Arlington
Town Meeting Debates Warrant Articles, Including Red Line Petition
Arlington Town Meeting members convened Monday, May 4 to debate warrant articles, including a citizen petition to repeal restrictions on an MBTA Red Line extension.
Your Arlington
State Tax Cut Ballot Initiative Could Undermine Arlington's $14.8M Override
Town Manager Jim Feeney warned that a proposed state income tax cut ballot initiative could sharply reduce municipal aid, threatening the financial assumptions behind Arlington's recently passed $14.8 million override.
Your Arlington
Most Arlington Gas Leaks Went Unrepaired in 2025
A report from Arlington's Gas Leaks Task Force found that the majority of gas leaks reported in town in 2025 remained unrepaired, as the task force continues to push utilities and regulators to accelerate fixes and phase out the natural gas distribution network.
Town of Arlington
EcoFest Summit and AHS EcoFair Coming This Weekend
The free EcoFest Summit — featuring local environmental organizations — runs Saturday, May 9 from 2–5 PM; Arlington High School hosts its EcoFair on Friday, May 8. Free document shredding is also available May 9, and the Swap Shed opens May 14 and May 21.
Town of Arlington
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