https://nanopress.net/chelmsford-ma/briefsThe daily local brief for Chelmsford, MA.en-ushttps://nanopress.net/chelmsford-ma/briefs/2026-10-09https://nanopress.net/chelmsford-ma/briefs/2026-10-09Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000A bear spotted on Linwood Street Thursday moved through Westlands yards after a resident walking her dog encountered it. Wildlife authorities advise securing trash and removing food attractants; if confronted, give the bear space and back away slowly without running.