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West Nile risk raised to moderate
July 25, 2026
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State raises West Nile virus risk level to moderate for Lexington
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health announced July 24 that West Nile virus has been detected in mosquito samples from neighboring Woburn and Stoneham, raising Lexington's risk level to moderate. People over age 50 face higher risk for severe infection. Residents can protect themselves by wearing long sleeves and pants outdoors, using repellent, and avoiding the dusk-to-dawn hours when mosquitoes are most active.
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Nocturnal Machines light-painting photography workshop held today
Imaginoor Photography hosts its 'Nocturnal Machines' long-exposure night photography and light-painting workshop in Lexington on Saturday, July 25, starting at 2 p.m. with a meet-and-greet.
Imaginoor Photography
Urban Forest Master Plan community meeting set for July 29
The Town of Lexington will hold a hybrid community meeting on its Urban Forest Master Plan Tuesday, July 29, from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Community Meeting Room at 1575 Massachusetts Avenue.
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Lexpress buses may see delays from road work through end of July
Lexpress buses are permitted through areas being fog-sealed but must drive slowly, causing possible delays through the end of July. Riders can check tracker.lexpress.us or the PassioGO app for real-time bus locations.
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Wilson Farm hosts field dinner with French Master Chef Raymond Ost
Wilson Farm, at 10 Pleasant Street, hosts its 'Dinner in the Field: A Seafood Celebration' on Thursday, July 30 at 6 p.m., a three-course meal prepared by Master Chef of France Raymond Ost.
Wilson Farm
$660M Lexington High School Rebuild Enters Active Construction
Active construction on the new Lexington High School began July 6, 2026, launching a 4.5-year rebuild on the existing campus.
Lexington High School Building Project
Resident Advocates for Safer Bike Lanes Near Local Schools
In a letter to the editor published Wednesday, July 22, resident Tate Aldridge urged town leaders to prioritize green protected bike lanes and clearer intersection signage to protect students biking to school.
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