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Select Board warns MWRA plan may raise overflows

September 21, 2026

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MWRA Plan Could Increase Storm Sewage Overflows, Select Board Warns

At its Sept. 14 meeting, the Select Board warned that the MWRA's sewer-overflow plan could increase untreated storm discharges by as much as 50%. The board delayed sending its response letter while it seeks technical fixes and pushes for more green infrastructure.

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Thousands Celebrate 49th Annual Arlington Town Day

Arlington's 49th annual Town Day drew thousands to Massachusetts Avenue in Arlington Center on Saturday, Sept. 19, with more than 200 booths and entertainment from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. YourArlington posted a photo gallery the next day.

Your Arlington

35th Annual Monsignor Linnehan Golf Tournament Held Today

Saint Agnes School and Arlington Catholic High School host the 35th Annual Monsignor John J. Linnehan Golf Tournament today, welcoming alumni, families, and community supporters.

Saint Agnes School

Arlington Jewish Community Observes Yom Kippur Today

Local synagogues and organizations, including the Center for Jewish Life of Arlington-Belmont, conclude High Holidays observances with Yom Kippur services and programs today.

Your Arlington

First Parish Holds Monday Spirit Talks at 4 p.m.

First Parish's weekly Spirit Talks meets online today from 4 to 5 p.m., reflecting on a spiritual theme drawn from a weekly quotation.

First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington

First Parish Hosts In-Person Meditation at 6 p.m.

First Parish holds an in-person meditation session today from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Parlor at 630 Massachusetts Avenue, open to beginners and experienced participants.

First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington

CircleSinging Series Begins Tonight at First Parish

An eight-week CircleSinging and vocal-improvisation series starts tonight from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at First Parish, 630 Massachusetts Ave. Preregistration and payment are required.

CircleSinging Boston - Metro Area

Arlington Catholic Girls Soccer Hosts St. Mary's JV Today

St. Mary's Lynn's junior-varsity girls soccer team plays Arlington Catholic today at 4 p.m. in Arlington.

MaxPreps

Joseph A. Zarba, 95, of Arlington; Services Set for Sept. 23-24

DeVito Funeral Home published the obituary for Joseph A. Zarba, 95, of Arlington. Visitation is Sept. 23, followed by a funeral Mass Sept. 24 at St. Agnes Church.

DeVito Funeral Home

Police Highlight Child Passenger Safety Week Through Sept. 26

The Arlington Police Department is promoting Child Passenger Safety Week, Sept. 20-26, with car seat safety guidance for residents.

Arlington MA Police Department

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