Assessments Director Dana Mann Dies at 61

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Arlington's Director of Assessments Dana Mann Dies at 61

Dana G. Mann, Arlington's director of assessments since 2016, died July 12 at Lahey Hospital in Burlington at age 61. Known as a quiet leader who could explain the town's real estate and property base with ease, he served for 10 years and was a regular presence at Town Meeting and Select Board sessions. Visitation is set for Saturday, July 25, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home in Burlington.

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Haze from Canadian Wildfires Sweeps Through North Union Spray Park

East Arlington's North Union Spray Park served as a brief cooling spot for residents and pets as wildfire haze from Canada turned the sky deep red.

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Elizabeth Hunter Preaches on 'How to Worship' at First Parish UU

Lay worship leader Elizabeth Hunter led an online-only service July 19 exploring the diverse traditions and faiths that influence Unitarian Universalist practice.

First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington

Vote-by-Mail Postcards Sent for Fall Elections

The state mailed vote-by-mail postcard applications to voters who hadn't already applied for the September State Primary or November General Election.

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Doc.Boston Shorts Screen at Capitol Theatre

Doc.Boston screened its Doc Shorts 2 program at 8 p.m. July 19 at the Capitol Theatre, featuring six short documentaries.

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World Cup Final Watch Party at The Mill Cafe

The Mill Cafe hosts a World Cup Final watch party July 19 from noon to 5:30 p.m., with the match on a giant screen and burger sales benefiting nonprofit Mision de Caridad.

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Special Needs Youth Basketball Clinic Underway at Fidelity House

The 'Unified Hoops' adaptive summer basketball clinic, led by local high school student-athletes with AllStars Learning, holds its next session July 20 at Fidelity House.

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Menotomy Rocks Park playground construction continues

Construction on the Menotomy Rocks Park playground continues, with final equipment installation planned for the week of July 20 and completion expected by late July.

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Mass Save Expands Eligibility for No-Cost Heat Pumps

Mass Save has raised income limits for no-cost heat pump systems for Arlington households currently heating with oil, propane, or electric resistance. The town's Electrify Arlington program can help residents apply.

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Community Electricity rates projected to save residents money

Arlington Community Electricity customers are projected to pay less than Eversource Basic Service from August 2026 through January 2027, with most enrolled in the 100% renewable Local Green option.

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