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April 22, 2026

Historic Preservation Plan Open for Public Comment Through May 8

The Concord Historical Commission has released its draft Historic Preservation Plan for public review. Residents can submit comments through May 8 at concordma.gov.

The Concord Bridge

Concord250 Poetry Competition Winners Announced; Reading Set for May 3

Concord250 named five winners in its statewide poetry contest, with first prize going to Concord-raised poet Penn Rogers. Winners will read at the Concord Free Public Library on May 3 at 3 PM.

Town of Concord

Natural Resources Commission Hears 166 Commonwealth Ave. Redevelopment Tonight

Tonight's NRC meeting includes a continued filing from Concord Country Store LLC to redevelop 166 Commonwealth Ave., plus hearings on a Spencer Brook boardwalk and Sudbury River invasive-species work.

Town of Concord

Housing Development Corporation Meets Tonight on MCI Prison Site Role

The Concord Housing Development Corporation meets virtually tonight to discuss its role on the MCI Committee overseeing redevelopment planning for the former prison site.

Town of Concord

Housing Authority Considers EV Charging Station Grant Tonight

The Concord Housing Authority meets tonight and will consider applying for an electric vehicle charging station grant.

Town of Concord

Compost Site at 755 Walden Street Open Today 3–6 PM

The town's Compost Site at 755 Walden Street accepts yard waste and compostable materials Wednesdays 3–6 PM and Saturdays 9 AM–3 PM.

Town of Concord, MA

COA Hosts Belly Dancing Performance at Harvey Wheeler Today

The Council on Aging hosts a noon pizza-and-salad lunch followed by a belly dancing performance by Celia at Harvey Wheeler Community Center today, including a history of the art form and beginner moves.

Town of Concord

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