Billerica, MA
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Oct 9 · The Boston Globe →
Billerica jail officer pleads not guilty to assault charges
Oct 9 · WCVB →
Coffee with a Cop at Billerica Public Library Today
Oct 8 · Billerica Public Library →
Fall Town Meeting Continues With Firefighter Contracts, Charter Changes
Oct 8 · Town of Billerica →
Select Board Meets Thursday, Oct. 8
Oct 7 · Town of Billerica →
Northern Middlesex Council of Governments meets Wednesday by Zoom
Oct 6 · Town of Billerica →
250th Committee meets Wednesday in the Collins Room
Oct 6 · Town of Billerica →
Scholarship Foundation meets Wednesday evening
Oct 6 · Town of Billerica →
Police Arrest Methuen Man in Tewksbury Drug-Trafficking Investigation
Oct 5 · Shrewsbury Post →
Library Trustees Meet Tonight at 7 p.m.
Oct 5 · Billerica Public Library →
Tue., Oct. 6: Fall Town Meeting opens, 7 p.m.
Oct 4 · Town of Billerica →
Historic Districts Commission Meets Wednesday at Town Hall
Oct 3 · Town of Billerica →
121 High St. Home Listed for $599,900
Oct 3 · LandSearch →
Billerica Police promote Justin Guanci to sergeant, Timothy McKenna to lieutenant
Billerica Police announced Oct. 1 that Justin Guanci is now a sergeant and Timothy McKenna a lieutenant. The promotions followed a swearing-in ceremony last week.
Oct 2 · Billerica Police Department →
Concord River paddle today covers wetlands and Billerica Mills Dam removal plans
The Concord River Kayak Club paddles today, Oct. 2, from 1 to 3 p.m., departing from Ed's Landing at 1 Pinewood Ave. The outing covers local wetlands, wildlife and plans to remove the Billerica Mills Dam.
Oct 2 · Concord River Kayak Club →
Select Board meets Monday, Oct. 5
The meeting starts at 6 p.m. in the Thomas Conway Hearing Room #205 at Town Hall.
Oct 2 · Town of Billerica →
Board of Health meets Monday, Oct. 5
Event date: October 5, 2026 Event Time: 07:00 PM - 11:59 PMLocation: Room 210/Zoom MeetingBillerica, MA 01821
Oct 2 · Town of Billerica →
Pre-Town Meeting session tonight at 6 on Zoom
Billerica's Pre-Town Meeting session is tonight, Thursday, October 1, at 6 p.m. via Zoom. It will review warrant articles and procedures ahead of the Fall Town Meeting.
Oct 1 · Town of Billerica →
Police chief addresses Billerica's Flock camera use
In a September 29 statement, Chief Roy Frost said access to the department's Flock license plate readers is limited to designated supervisors and detectives, with logging and audits. He said data is not shared with federal agencies and unrelated images are deleted within seven days.
Oct 1 · Billerica Police Department →
Billerica manufacturing project secures $35.4 million in financing
On September 30, Berkeley Garbe secured $35.4 million in financing for its 150,000-square-foot advanced manufacturing and R&D project at 161 Concord Road. Construction was about 30% complete, with completion expected in April 2027.
Oct 1 · Boston Real Estate Times →
400 Iron Horse Park Industrial Property Sells for $4.45 Million
Marcus & Millichap announced Sept. 29 the $4.45 million sale of a 219,164-square-foot industrial manufacturing facility on 41.7 acres at 400 Iron Horse Park.
Sep 30 · Boston Real Estate Times →
Fall Town Meeting Warrant, Charter Changes and Fire Contracts Posted
The Town posted the final warrant, proposed charter revisions, and firefighter and fire alarm operator contract documents on Sept. 29. Fall Town Meeting begins Tuesday, Oct. 6, at 7 p.m.
Sep 30 · Town of Billerica →
Water Main Flushing Continues on Treble Cove Road and Nutting Lake Through Thursday
Repeat flushing runs 3 to 9 p.m. through Thursday, Oct. 1, on Treble Cove Road from Concord Road to Bridge Street and in the Nutting Lake area. Nearby residents may see discolored water or reduced pressure.
Sep 30 · Town of Billerica →
Northern Middlesex Council of Governments Meets Friday
The Northern Middlesex Council of Governments is listed for Friday, Oct. 2, in Billerica, starting at 8 a.m.
Sep 30 · Town of Billerica →
Corrections Officer Indicted in Billerica Inmate Assault Case
Middlesex DA Marian Ryan announced Monday that Billerica House of Correction officer Alexander Tine has been indicted on two counts of assault and battery and filing a false report over a June incident involving an inmate.
Sep 29 · Boston 25 News →
Billerica Mail-In Ballots Enter Mail Stream Today
Town Clerk Sandra Giroux says requested vote-by-mail ballots go out today, Sept. 29, with drop-off available outside Town Hall.
Sep 29 · Billerica Town Clerk →
North Billerica Man Arrested After Roxbury Shooting
Boston Police say Jermaine Blackman, 29, of North Billerica, was arrested Monday in connection with a Sept. 25 shooting in Roxbury; the victim was not injured and a firearm was recovered.
Sep 29 · Boston Police Department →
Deaton Holds Senate Town Hall Tonight at VFW
U.S. Senate candidate John Deaton holds a town hall tonight, 7-9 p.m., at VFW Solomon Post 8819, 12 Phiney St., covering housing costs, taxes, and energy bills.
Sep 29 · Deaton for Senate →
Cemetery Commission meeting set for Monday at 6 p.m.
The Billerica Cemetery Commission meets Monday, September 28, at 6 p.m. in the DPW Conference Room, 365 Boston Road, to conduct department business.
Sep 28 · Town of Billerica →
Flood watch remains in effect through Monday night
The National Weather Service says a flood watch continues for Billerica and the region through late Monday night, September 28, due to possible additional heavy rain.
Sep 28 · National Weather Service →
Life-sciences construction begins on Concord Road
Berkeley Garbe started constructing a 150,000-square-foot advanced manufacturing and life-sciences facility at 161 Concord Road. The project, expected to complete next spring, will support manufacturers in aerospace, robotics, medical devices, semiconductors, computer hardware and battery technologies.
Sep 27 · REBusinessOnline →
Cemetery Commission Meeting (Monday)
The Cemetery Commission meets Monday, September 28, at 6:00 p.m. in the DPW Conference Room at 365 Boston Road.
Sep 27 · Town of Billerica →
Concord River kayak outing set for 2 p.m. Sunday
The Concord River Kayak Club paddles from Ed's Landing at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27. The outing will focus on wetlands, wildlife, and plans to remove the Billerica Mills Dam.
Sep 27 · Concord River Kayak Club →
Middlesex jail officer charged with assault and falsifying report
A corrections officer at the Middlesex House of Correction in Billerica was charged Sept. 25 with assaulting an incarcerated person and falsifying a report to cover up the incident.
Sep 26 · The Boston Globe →
New recreation center opens months ahead of schedule
On Friday, September 25, BOND Building Construction reported that Billerica's new 23,000-square-foot recreation center opened nearly six months earlier than originally planned. The company said the expanded project was delivered nearly one month ahead of its 13-month construction schedule.
Sep 26 · BOND Building Construction →
Finance Committee to meet Sept. 29
The Billerica Finance Committee will meet Tuesday, Sept. 29, at 7 p.m. via Zoom and in Town Hall Room 210.
Sep 26 · Town of Billerica →
Town seeks pharmacy benefit consulting proposals
The Town of Billerica posted a request for proposals Sept. 25 for consulting services for its non-Medicare pharmacy benefit program.
Sep 26 · commbuys.com →
Conservation Commission to meet Monday
Event date: September 28, 2026 Event Time: 06:00 PM - 11:59 PMLocation: Town HallRoom 210 Billerica, MA 01821
Sep 25 · Town of Billerica →
Krampus mocks Flock cameras at Select Board meeting
At the Select Board meeting on Monday, a person dressed as Krampus spoke satirically in support of Billerica's Flock license-plate cameras, highlighting the ongoing debate over surveillance technology.
Sep 24 · Boston.com →
Rules Committee meets tonight
The Billerica Rules Committee meets at 6:30 p.m. in Town Hall Room 210, with a Zoom option available.
Sep 24 · Town of Billerica →
LRTA meets today at 1 p.m.
The Lowell Regional Transit Authority has a posted agenda for a meeting at 1 p.m. today.
Sep 24 · Town of Billerica →
Open house at 43-A Ossamequin Road
As-is two-bedroom property open noon–1:30 p.m. today, listed for contractors, flippers, investors.
Sep 24 · Verani Realty →
Water main break near Edgewood Road may affect water service
A water main break at Edgewood Road and Maplewood Avenue on Tuesday could cause water loss, low pressure, or discolored water in the area. Repairs are underway.
Sep 23 · Town of Billerica →
Community Preservation Committee meets Wednesday evening
The committee meets via Zoom at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, September 23. Agenda and connection details on the town calendar.
Sep 23 · Town of Billerica →
Regional transportation planning meeting set for 2 PM
The Northern Middlesex Metropolitan Planning Organization meets via Zoom at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, September 23.
Sep 23 · Town of Billerica →
Safety Day set for Thursday at Gould Construction Institute
Safety Day 2026 is Thursday, September 24, 3-6 PM at Gould Construction Institute, 9 Executive Park Drive. Organized by ABC Massachusetts.
Sep 23 · ABC Massachusetts →
Water shutdown planned for Pinegrove Avenue area
Billerica will shut down a water main Wednesday, September 23, at 7:30 a.m., affecting Boston Road between Pinegrove and Cardington avenues for four to six hours. Nearby residents may experience discolored water.
Sep 22 · Town of Billerica →
Historical Commission meets tonight by Zoom
The Historical Commission meets tonight, September 22, at 6 p.m. by Zoom.
Sep 22 · Town of Billerica →
Finance Committee meets at 7 p.m.
The Finance Committee meets tonight, September 22, at 7 p.m. in Room 210 at Town Hall and by Zoom.
Sep 22 · Town of Billerica →
Connolly Road paving planned for Monday
Today, September 21, the town's contractor is scheduled to pave Connolly Road from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., weather permitting. Police details will assist with traffic, and residents are asked not to park on the street.
Sep 21 · Town of Billerica →
Fall water-main flushing program continues
Billerica's fall water-main flushing continues Tuesdays through Thursdays from 3:30 to 9:00 p.m. through November, which may cause temporary water discoloration or reduced pressure.
Sep 21 · Town of Billerica →
Open house for $800K home at 12 Autumn Street
Three-bedroom, two-bath home open from noon to 2 p.m. today. Listed at $800,000.
Sep 21 · Bean Group →
Select Board meets Monday at 6 p.m.
The Select Board meets Monday, September 21, at 6:00 p.m. in the Thomas Conway hearing room #205 at 365 Boston Road.
Sep 20 · Town of Billerica →
Concord River Kayak Club outing departs Ed's Landing at 2 p.m.
The Concord River Kayak Club departs Ed's Landing at 2 p.m. for a paddle covering wetlands and wildlife, with a discussion on dam removal.
Sep 20 · Concord River Kayak Club →
19 Bellflower Road open house scheduled Sunday
An open house at 19 Bellflower Road runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The four-bedroom home is listed at $799,900.
Sep 20 · RE/MAX Andrew Realty Services →
Billerica officers aided fentanyl-trafficking arrest
Billerica police assisted in arresting a Lawrence man for trafficking fentanyl after a fatal overdose at a Tewksbury motel on September 14.
Sep 20 · News Link Live →
Sewer smoke testing continues across Billerica through Sept. 30
The town's sewer smoke testing project continues through September 30 to identify stormwater connections and defects in the sanitary sewer system.
Sep 20 · Town of Billerica →
1100 Technology Park Drive marketed for office lease
CBRE is marketing 1100 Technology Park Drive as a 191,938-square-foot office and R&D opportunity, with power upgrades and on-site amenities.
Sep 20 · CBRE →
Open house at 15 Bear Hill Road today
Two open-house sessions are scheduled at 15 Bear Hill Road today: noon to 1:30 p.m. and 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Sep 18 · Greater Boston Home Team →
Boston Road reconstruction continues through September
Construction on the Boston Road Reconstruction Project continues through September. Drivers should expect work activity and traffic impacts.
Sep 18 · Town of Billerica →
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