Recount reaffirms Brownsberger win by 35 votes

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Recount Reaffirms Brownsberger's State Senate Primary Win

A districtwide recount finalized Sept. 17 reaffirmed State Sen. Will Brownsberger's Democratic primary win over Daniel Lander, with a final margin of 35 votes across Belmont, Watertown and precincts in Boston and Cambridge. Brownsberger had led by 34 votes districtwide on election night, 12,291 to 12,257, close enough for both candidates to seek a recount. Belmont's portion took place Sept. 10 at Town Hall, where volunteers at 20 card tables re-tallied all 5,824 ballots cast in the town's eight precincts plus early and mail ballots, under Town Clerk Ellen Cushman and the Registrars of Voters.

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Planning Board Holds Session on Hill's Crossing Zoning

Belmont's Planning Board held an informational session and staff office hour on the proposed Hill's Crossing Overlay District zoning project Friday, Sept. 18, from 10-11 a.m.

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Twilight Bat Watch Held at Habitat Sanctuary

Mass Audubon hosts a Twilight Bat Watch Friday, Sept. 18, from 6:30-8 p.m. at Habitat Education Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, a naturalist-led walk on bat behavior and conservation.

Mass Audubon

Evening of Meditation, Music Held With Himalayan Teacher

Anant Dham hosts an evening satsang with a visiting Himalayan master Friday, Sept. 18, from 6-8 p.m. at 578 School Street, with devotional music, a Q&A and a vegetarian potluck; RSVP required.

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Character-Design Class Continues at Beech Street Center

The multiweek Character Design course for ages 12-18 continues Saturday, Sept. 19, from 9-11:30 a.m. at the Beech Street Center, covering character stories, poses and drawing techniques.

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Belmont Books Plans Trans Poetry Night for Sept. 22

Belmont Books will host Trans Poetry Night Tuesday, Sept. 22, from 7-9 p.m., featuring poets, authors, an open mic and participation from the QT Library and Belmont LGBTQ+ Alliance.

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Health Department Schedules Fall Vaccine Clinics

The Belmont Health Department will offer COVID-19 and flu vaccines by appointment starting Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 9 a.m.-noon at Beth El Temple Center, with additional clinics Oct. 21, Nov. 18 and Dec. 9.

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Household Hazardous-Waste Drop-Off Set for Saturday

Preregistered Belmont residents can bring household hazardous waste to the regional facility at 60 Hartwell Avenue in Lexington Saturday, Sept. 19, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; accepted items include gasoline, oil-based paint, pesticides, batteries and pool chemicals.

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Library Hosts Costume and Holiday-Decor Swap

Belmont Public Library holds an all-ages exchange for costumes, garlands, centerpieces, table linens and seasonal decorations Saturday, Sept. 19, from 3-4:30 p.m.; no registration or donation required.

Belmont Public Library

Belmont Chess Club Welcomes All Ages Sunday

The volunteer-led Belmont Chess Club meets Sunday, Sept. 20, from 2:15-4:15 p.m. at Belmont Public Library, open to players of all ages and skill levels with no registration required.

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Burlington Volleyball Visits Belmont Friday

The Burlington girls varsity volleyball team plays Belmont High School Friday, Sept. 18, at 5:30 p.m. in a league match at Belmont High School.

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Belmont Soccer Night Set for Saturday at Harris Field

Belmont Soccer Night on Saturday, Sept. 19 features the varsity girls against Westford Academy at 4:30 p.m. and the varsity boys against Newton North at 6:30 p.m., with youth-player processions and halftime scrimmages.

Belmont Soccer Association

Select Board Meets Monday in Hybrid Session

Belmont's Select Board meets Monday, Sept. 21, from 6-9 p.m. at 455 Concord Avenue, with remote participation available.

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Conservation Commission Meets Monday in Hybrid Session

Belmont's Conservation Commission meets Monday, Sept. 21, from 7-9 p.m. at 455 Concord Avenue, with remote participation available.

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