https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefsThe daily local brief for Wayland, MA.en-ushttps://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-10-09https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-10-09Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000National Grid is expected to begin paving School Street around 9 a.m. Friday as it finishes its project. Detours will be in place between Gregory Road and East Plain Road; drivers are asked to avoid the area and use an alternate route.https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-10-08https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-10-08Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000A fire started Tuesday in a jewelry and metalwork class as a soldering tool was being used; sophomore Griffin McNeilly used a fire extinguisher, and a student was taken to the hospital with burns to her hands. Wayland public safety officials and fellow scouts recognized McNeilly Wednesday, and the fire remains under investigation.https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-10-07https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-10-07Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000Wayland Public Schools will dismiss students at 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, for the first Super Wednesday. The early dismissal is listed in the school’s October 2 eNews.https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-10-06https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-10-06Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Health Department will hold a flu and COVID-19 vaccination clinic Wednesday, Oct. 7, from 8 to 11 a.m. at the Town Building. The clinic is for residents and nonresidents age 60 and older, plus town employees; registration is required.https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-10-05https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-10-05Mon, 05 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000The town’s 2026 holiday schedule lists Indigenous People’s Day on Monday, Oct. 12. Exceptions may apply to specific programs and services; contact the department directly for details.https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-10-04https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-10-04Sun, 04 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000A Wayland Student Press profile traces how William Paik’s student activism helped spur a world literature course and more Asian American history content at Wayland High School. In 2016, Paik asked how to make the Korean American narrative more present in the curriculum and organized a discussion about non-white students’ experiences.https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-10-03https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-10-03Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Wayland Museum & Historical Society’s October pop-up display focuses on Mapledale, described as one of the first Black-owned golf clubs in Massachusetts. It was founded by Robert H. Hawkins, who also managed Wayland’s Sandy Burr.https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-10-02https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-10-02Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000Wayland received a $495,000 MassWorks grant on Oct. 1 for wastewater design and engineering in the MBTA Communities district and Town Center. The planning is intended to support about 106 new homes, including affordable housing, as well as commercial development.https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-10-01https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-10-01Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000The library hosts Veronica Roth online Thursday at 7 p.m. for a conversation about courage, choice and her Divergent series, with a preview of her upcoming novel, The Sixth Faction. The talk will be available on demand to people who register.https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-09-30https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-09-30Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000Niche placed the high school No. 20 among Massachusetts public high schools in its 2027 Best Schools and Districts in America rankings, released Sept. 29. The rankings draw on federal and state data, school statistics and more than 3 million reviews from students, parents and teachers.https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-09-29https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-09-29Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000Wayland Town Center announced plans for a café and community space, New City Microcreamery and Mathnasium. The Guild for Human Services leased 43 Andrew Ave. and will partner with Revival Kitchen & Cafe on the café, which will offer jobs to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Proposed public-space improvements could debut in 2027.https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-09-28https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-09-28Mon, 28 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Sudbury-Wayland-Lincoln Domestic Violence Roundtable and the Massachusetts Women of Color Network host a Zoom discussion Monday at 7 p.m. Kishana Osei will discuss how factors including race, gender, immigration status and community reputation can affect survivors’ access to safety and support.https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-09-27https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-09-27Sun, 27 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000Wayland's Capital Improvement Planning Committee removed a proposed $700,000 Town Hall roof repair from the draft FY2028 plan and redirected the funds to cybersecurity. The committee also set aside $25,000 for roof engineering while the larger construction is deferred. The five-year cybersecurity need has grown to an estimated $1.8 million.https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-09-26https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-09-26Sat, 26 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000A strong nor'easter is expected to bring heavy rain and high winds to the area throughout the weekend. Town officials urge residents to prepare by securing outdoor objects, clearing gutters, and assembling emergency kits in case of power outages.https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-09-25https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-09-25Fri, 25 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Wayland Free Public Library celebrates Good Neighbor Day on Saturday, September 26, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Retro Polatin Trio will perform live vintage rock 'n' roll from 11:30 to 12:30, and attendees can enjoy donuts and cider, contribute to a collaborative art project, and write kind notes to neighbors. Non-perishable food donations are also welcome at the event.https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-09-24https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-09-24Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Wayland Free Public Library hosts a virtual talk with Latin GRAMMY-winning musician and author Lucky Diaz tonight at 7. Diaz will discuss his bilingual picture book "Paletero Man" in a 30-minute online conversation. A Spanish-language session follows at 8 p.m.https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-09-23https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-09-23Wed, 23 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000Energize Wayland is hosting a casual, no-pressure event tonight from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Council on Aging, 8 Andrew Ave. Attendees can get honest answers about heat pumps, insulation, solar, electric vehicles, and energy bills over free pizza — no sales pitch or jargon.https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-09-22https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-09-22Tue, 22 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000Wayland has activated its emergency water connection with the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority. The move ensures backup water supply for residents.https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-09-21https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-09-21Mon, 21 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Secretary of the Commonwealth will begin mailing vote-by-mail application postcards to eligible Wayland voters who have not yet requested ballots for the November 3 state election. Applications must reach the Town Clerk's Office by 5 p.m. on October 27.https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-09-20https://nanopress.net/wayland-ma/briefs/2026-09-20Sun, 20 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000Wayland Warriors defeated Ashland Clockers 35-14 on September 18, improving their all-time series lead to 4-3. The win marks a strong performance for the team in the 2026 season.