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Health Board bans kratom sales, manufacturing
August 21, 2026
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Arlington Board of Health bans kratom manufacturing, sale and distribution
Arlington's Board of Health adopted local regulations on Aug. 19 prohibiting the manufacturing, sale and distribution of kratom in town. The board cited concerns about the substance's availability and its potential health effects.
Town of Arlington
Arlington for Palestine hosts evening of live music tonight
Arlington for Palestine presents an evening of live music tonight, Friday, Aug. 21, at Calvary United Methodist Church.
Arlington for Palestine
Shake Your Soul movement sessions return to Senior Center
The Council on Aging hosts two 'Shake Your Soul' fluid dance and movement classes today, Friday, Aug. 21, at 8:30 and 9:30 a.m. at the Senior Center for pre-registered attendees.
Your Arlington
Public comment period open for town's CDBG performance report
The town is accepting public comments on its draft Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for Community Development Block Grant Program Year 51, as required by HUD guidelines.
Town of Arlington
Framing of residential floors begins at 10 Sunnyside Ave
The Housing Corporation of Arlington's August update reports wood framing is underway for the upper residential floors of its 43-unit affordable housing development, slated for completion in summer 2027.
Housing Corporation of Arlington
Firefighter exam application window remains open
Applications for the 2026 firefighter civil-service exam remain open through Aug. 31, with the written exam scheduled for Oct. 2-10.
Town of Arlington
State Primary Election set for Sept. 1: registration, early voting info
The State Primary is Tuesday, Sept. 1, with polls open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.; check your registration, find your precinct and learn about early voting and ballot tracking.
Town of Arlington
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