West Nile Virus found in local mosquitoes

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Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus in Lexington

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health announced on Sept. 17 that mosquito samples collected in Lexington tested positive for West Nile Virus, along with samples from Waltham and Provincetown. The announcement follows positive samples in several other neighboring communities this season. Town officials urge residents to wear long sleeves and pants during prolonged time outdoors and to apply mosquito-specific insect repellent.

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Lexington Living Landscapes Holds Town-Wide Open Garden Day

Twelve Lexington properties open their yards Saturday, September 19, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., showcasing native-plant and organic landscaping; no tickets or registration required.

The Lexington Observer

Lexington Police Blotter Details Bites, Fraud and Theft

The September 17 blotter summarizes incidents from the week ending September 14, including a dog bite, an Eversource-related identity fraud case, a suspected theft and noise complaints.

The Lexington Observer

Steve Weiner Hosts Graphic-Novel Signing at Omar's

Graphic-novel historian Steve Weiner signs books Saturday, September 19, from 3 to 5 p.m. at Omar's World of Comics, 20 Waltham Street, discussing comics history and Will Eisner.

Omar's World of Comics

Cary Library Foundation President Debuts First Novel

Kimberly Hensle Lowrance discusses her debut novel, "What Remains of You," with Marjan Kamali at Cary Library on Tuesday, September 22.

The Lexington Observer

Pilgrim Church Schedules Autumn Mindful Moments Service

Pilgrim Church hosts a free contemplative service with candles, calming music, tea and cookies Sunday, September 20, from 7 to 8 p.m. at 55 Coolidge Avenue.

The Lexington Observer

Household Hazardous-Waste Drop-off Runs Saturday

Lexington's regional household hazardous-waste collection runs Saturday, September 19, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hartwell Compost Facility, 60 Hartwell Ave. Preregistration is required.

Lexington Climate Action Network

Select Board Holds Joint Finance Summit With School, Appropriation Committees

The Select Board, Appropriation Committee, Capital Expenditures Committee and School Committee hold a joint hybrid finance summit Wednesday, September 23, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Estabrook Auditorium, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue.

Town of Lexington