https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefsThe daily local brief for Tewksbury, MA.en-ushttps://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-10-09https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-10-09Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000Voters at Special Town Meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 6, adopted the MBTA Communities multifamily overlay zoning amendment, with the zoning map passing 150–5. The change creates zoning capacity for multifamily housing but does not itself approve any construction project. The session at Tewksbury Memorial High School, moderated by Dustin Weir, also adopted additional FY2027 budget funding that the warrant summary says will not adversely impact the tax rate.https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-10-08https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-10-08Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Tewksbury Health Department and Senior Center host an MGH Blood Drive Bus today, Thursday, Oct. 8, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Senior Center, 175 Chandler Street. Appointments are encouraged, and walk-ins will be accommodated as space allows. The drive coincides with the Senior Center's Fall Health & Wellness Resource Fair, which runs from 2 to 4 p.m.https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-10-07https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-10-07Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000The School Committee meets from 5 to 7 p.m. today, Wednesday, Oct. 7, at 320 Pleasant St. The town calendar lists the location as Tewksbury Memorial High School and marks the meeting as revised.https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-10-06https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-10-06Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000At its Oct. 5 meeting, the Board of Health discussed possible new safety requirements for semi-private pools and what would be the town's first private-well regulations, including testing standards and setbacks. Members also weighed how PFAS concerns, data centers and a proposed cell tower near Heath Brook School might affect public health.https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-10-05https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-10-05Mon, 05 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Board of Health voted unanimously to keep Jimbo's Roast Beef and Seafood on Main Street closed, citing repeated food-safety violations and inadequate kitchen facilities, according to an Oct. 4 report. The restaurant will stay shut while those problems remain unresolved.https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-10-04https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-10-04Sun, 04 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000Lindsay Clancy remains hospitalized at Tewksbury Hospital while prosecutors consider whether to retry her after a mistrial. The case returns to court Nov. 2 for further motions and possible discussion of a trial date.https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-10-03https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-10-03Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000Selectman James Mackey III joined Jomarie Buckley on the October 1 Daily Pulse podcast, in an episode titled "Flock's Future in Tewksbury," to discuss his two Special Town Meeting warrant articles on automated license plate readers. Mackey explained what the articles would do and what they would not. Listeners can submit questions by text to 978-5-INSIDE.https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-10-02https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-10-02Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000Town Clerk Denise Graffeo issued instructions Oct. 1 for returning mail-in ballots for the Nov. 3 state election. Voters can return their ballots to the secure drop box at Town Hall, which is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-10-01https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-10-01Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000Strongwater Farm hosts its 25th Anniversary Gala today at Vesper Country Club in Tyngsboro, with cocktails and dining beginning at 5:30 p.m. The event honors volunteers and supporters and raises funds for the Dave Wahr Memorial Fund. The equine therapy center began when its founders converted an old cow barn at Tewksbury Hospital, and in the past year it served more than 600 clients, including veterans, children with autism and trauma survivors.https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-09-30https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-09-30Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000Tewksbury Memorial's football team is 3-0 after a 36–14 win over Lowell on Sept. 28. The Redmen now turn to an in-conference game against Chelmsford on Friday, Oct. 2, looking to keep their perfect season intact.https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-09-29https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-09-29Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000Tewksbury Police issued a school-bus safety reminder on September 28 as buses run morning and afternoon routes, urging drivers to use extra caution near buses and bus stops. When a school bus is stopped with its red lights flashing, drivers must stop and stay stopped until the lights are turned off. Police also advise keeping at least 100 feet behind school buses and being prepared for children who may unexpectedly enter the roadway.https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-09-28https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-09-28Mon, 28 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000The National Weather Service's flood watch covering Middlesex County remains in effect until 2 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29, as heavy rain raises the risk of flooding. The watch, issued by the NWS office in Boston/Norton, says flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. It covers much of Massachusetts and Rhode Island, including nearby Lowell and Lawrence.https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-09-27https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-09-27Sun, 27 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000Today at TJ Callahan's, a fundraiser dubbed Kickin' for the Kehoes supports Sean Kehoe, who suffered a serious heart attack on August 20 and faces substantial recovery time. Events start with bike-run registration at 9:30 a.m., the ride at 11 a.m., and live bands from 2 to 6 p.m., with raffles continuing until 8 p.m. Organizers are asking for a $10 donation per person or per bike to help cover medical bills and lost wages.https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-09-26https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-09-26Sat, 26 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000Citing community concerns, the Tewksbury Police Department is ending its Flock Safety license-plate-reader program. The department said the technology lacks the support needed to continue, and it will stop use until the Massachusetts Legislature or courts establish clearer guardrails. Police acknowledged the system's value in investigating serious crimes but said the decision is right to maintain community trust.https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-09-25https://nanopress.net/tewksbury-ma/briefs/2026-09-25Fri, 25 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Town of Tewksbury has released the warrant for the Oct. 6 Special Town Meeting. Topics include FY2027 budget adjustments, capital purchases, water and sewer funding, and lead-service-line work. A Finance Committee public hearing is set for Sept. 28 at 7 p.m. at Town Hall.