Daily brief · Arlington, MA
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May 8, 2026
AHS EcoFair Today: Music, Food, Student Projects, 3–5 PM
Arlington High School hosts its annual EcoFair today from 3:00–5:00 PM, featuring live music, food, a petting zoo, lawn games, and student-led environmental projects. Rain date is May 12.
Town of Arlington
AHS Briefly Locked Down After Nearby Robbery
Arlington High School went into a brief secure-in-place lockdown Wednesday after an unarmed robbery was reported on nearby Dudley Street, according to Arlington Police Department logs released May 7.
YourArlington
Arlington's Draft CDBG Plan Open for Public Comment Through May 14
Arlington held a virtual hearing May 7 on its draft 2026–27 CDBG Annual Action Plan, which allocates roughly $1.05 million in HUD funds for affordable housing, parks, infrastructure, and public services. Residents can submit comments through May 14.
Town of Arlington
Conservation Commission Reviews Mount Gilboa Feasibility Study
The Arlington Conservation Commission heard a feasibility study presentation on Mount Gilboa at its May 7 meeting, advancing long-range planning and stewardship discussions for the site.
Town of Arlington PrimeGov
Massachusett Tribe's Access to Mystic River Site Discussed at Conservation Meeting
The Conservation Commission's May 7 agenda included a discussion on access to Window on the Mystic for the Massachusett Tribe, with correspondence from the Native Land Conservancy and state environmental staff.
Town of Arlington PrimeGov
Residents Urged to Fight for Camp Menotomy's Survival
A letter published May 7 on YourArlington calls on Arlington residents and parents to push for the preservation of Camp Menotomy, citing concerns about the loss of an outdoor summer camp for Arlington girls.
YourArlington
Town Manager Highlights EcoFest, Tiny Shed Concert Series, Heat Relief Grants, and Gas Leak Findings
In his May 7 Town Hall Update, Town Manager Jim Feeney previewed this weekend's EcoFest events, announced the Arts Arlington Tiny Shed Music Series, opened mini-grant applications for extreme-heat relief, and shared the Gas Leaks Task Force's 2025 findings.
Town of Arlington
Health Dept. Warns of Rising Tick Bite Visits This Spring
The Arlington Health Department is urging residents to take tick-prevention precautions after the CDC reported a spike in emergency-department visits for tick bites across the Northeast this spring.
Town of Arlington
National Prevention Week Runs May 10–16; Mental Health Resources Available
Arlington Health and Human Services is marking National Prevention Week (May 10–16) with programming focused on substance-use prevention and mental health awareness during Mental Health Awareness Month.
Town of Arlington
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