Sudbury Rd Reconstruction Begins Today

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Sudbury Road Reconstruction and Detour Begin Today

Town contractors resume road reconstruction on Sudbury Road between Garfield Road and Fitchburg Turnpike today, Sept. 11, from 7 AM to 4 PM. Work includes pavement milling and utility adjustments, with a southbound detour via Garfield Road. Property access will be largely maintained, though short delays are possible when equipment is working near driveways.

Town of Concord

Wood Partners Breaks Ground on 237-Unit Alta Thoreau

Developer Wood Partners has broken ground on Alta Thoreau, a 237-unit multifamily community in two five-story buildings at 265 and 269 Forest Ridge Road. The project is designed to Passive House energy standards and reserves 25 percent of residences as affordable housing, with completion targeted for February 2028.

New England Real Estate Journal

The Old Manse Hosts Nature-Inspired Children's Story Hour

The Trustees of Reservations hosts a free outdoor Story Hour at The Old Manse on Monument Street today, Sept. 11, 10:30–11:30 AM. Young children and families can explore nature through stories and crafts on the theme 'The Five Senses.'

The Trustees of Reservations

Council on Aging Hosts Lunch and Patriotic Songs for Seniors

The Concord Council on Aging hosts 'Lunch & Patriotic Songs' at the Harvey Wheeler Community Center today, Sept. 11, 12:30–2 PM. Local seniors can enjoy a shared meal and community musical performance.

The Minute Man

Kerem Shalom Holds Erev Rosh Hashanah Service Tonight

Kerem Shalom holds its Erev Rosh Hashanah service tonight, Sept. 11, 7–9 PM, marking the Jewish New Year 5787. Rabbi Darby Leigh and Cantorial Soloist Molly Bajgot lead the service in person at 659 Elm Street with ASL interpretation and online via Zoom.

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Concord-Carlisle Football Falls 16-0 to Danvers in Season Opener

Concord-Carlisle opened its 2026 season with a 16-0 road loss to Danvers on Thursday night at Deering Stadium. The Patriots managed only 15 yards of total offense while Danvers had three 100-yard rushers.

CNHI

Building Permits Issued for 201-Unit NOVO Riverside Commons

Town officials confirmed building permits have been granted and more than $734,000 in permit fees paid for the 201-unit NOVO Riverside Commons development at 292–294 Baker Avenue. Site preparation is underway ahead of foundation work.

Town of Concord

Artists Selected for Rail Trail Underpass Nature Mural

The Town of Concord selected artists Laura Buscemi and Jane Holland from 54 applicants to paint a 900-square-foot four-season nature mural in the Powder Mill Road underpass on the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail. Installation is slated for September 2026.

Town of Concord

Umbrella Arts Center Hosts Free Family Craft Afternoon Saturday

The Umbrella Arts Center at 40 Stow Street hosts a drop-in Free Family Day on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2–4 PM. The all-ages, open-ability gathering features seasonal hands-on crafts led by Umbrella art instructors.

The Umbrella Arts Center

The Old Manse Offers 'Home to Two Revolutions' Guided Tours

The Trustees of Reservations offers signature guided house tours at The Old Manse today, Sept. 11, exploring the home's ties to the American Revolution and Ralph Waldo Emerson.

The Trustees of Reservations