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Frederick, Jackson, Chandler zoning hearings set

October 2, 2026

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Belmont zoning hearings and bylaw changes set for early October

Zoning and planning hearings in early October include special-permit requests involving Frederick, Jackson, and Chandler streets. Proposed amendments to the zoning bylaw are also open for public review.

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Belmont firefighters help at five-alarm Somerville fire

On September 30, Belmont firefighters joined the response to a five-alarm fire in Somerville's Teele Square that displaced 43 residents. Boston.com reported the neighboring departments' assistance on October 1.

Boston.com

Capital budget committee meets remotely this morning

The Comprehensive Capital Budget Committee meets remotely today, October 2, from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m.

Town of Belmont

Preschoolers can make music and explore the meadow today

Families with children ages 3–5 can join "Making Music in the Meadow" at Habitat Education Center and Wildlife Sanctuary today, October 2, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. The program combines simple instruments with a meadow exploration.

Mass Audubon

Belmont freshman volleyball visits Lexington at 4:15 today

Belmont's freshman volleyball team plays an away conference match against Lexington today, October 2, at 4:15 p.m.

MaxPreps

All Saints' Women's Fellowship meets tonight

All Saints' Church of Belmont lists its Women's Fellowship for tonight, October 2, from 7 to 9 p.m. Attendees should email the parish office for the location.

All Saints' Church, Belmont

Belmont Hill School holds admission open house Saturday

The open house runs Saturday, October 3, from 8 a.m. to noon. It includes student-led campus tours, chances to meet faculty and coaches, and school-life presentations.

Belmont Hill School

All Saints' hosts Blessing of the Animals Saturday

All Saints' Church of Belmont holds the blessing Saturday, October 3, from 3 to 5 p.m. Families can bring pets or stuffed animals; live music and a story walk are also planned.

All Saints' Church, Belmont

Renovated Pequossette Road home open for viewing today

A renovated five-bedroom home at 20 Pequossette Road, listed at $2.695 million, holds an open house today, October 2, from noon to 1:30 p.m.

The Attias Group

Select Board meets Monday in hybrid format

The Select Board meets Monday, October 5, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at 455 Concord Avenue, in a hybrid format.

Town of Belmont

School-bus delays persist for Belmont families

Families continue to report inconsistent bus service, including routes serving Winn Brook Elementary and Chenery Upper Elementary; district leaders say they're adjusting schedules and monitoring the new provider's performance.

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