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June 18, 2026

Capitol Theatre Hosts U.S. Premiere of Documentary 'Hope' Tonight

The Capitol Theatre screens the U.S. premiere of the documentary Hope tonight at 7:00 PM, followed by a Q&A with Sudan and South Sudan expert Brian Adeba.

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First Parish Hosts Music and Art Benefit Tonight for Homeless Healthcare, Youth Trip

First Parish Unitarian Universalist hosts a live Music and Art Benefit tonight from 6–10 PM, raising funds for Boston Healthcare for the Homeless and a youth group service trip.

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Parmenter Building Exterior Repair Bids Open Today with On-Site Conference

An optional pre-bid site conference is scheduled today at 17 Irving Street for contractors interested in the Parmenter Building's upcoming exterior restoration project.

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Arlington School Committee Debates Bell-to-Bell Cell Phone Ban at High School

The School Committee split Wednesday over expanding Arlington High School's cell phone restrictions to a full bell-to-bell ban, with input from parents, students, and the principal shaping a debate driven partly by pending state legislation.

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New Select Board Member Joe Solomon Rides the 62 Bus, Eyes Traffic Safety and Master Plan

In a profile published Tuesday, Joseph A. Solomon — Arlington's newest Select Board member and MBTA director of business process — said he rides Route 62 daily and plans to focus on the town's 'Amp Up!' master plan and upcoming Park Avenue traffic and pedestrian safety redesign.

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