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Biotech Slump Leaves Riverside Lab Vacant
September 13, 2026
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Regional Biotech Slump Leaves Riverside Labs Building Vacant in Weston
A newly completed lab building at 15 Riverside Road sits empty amid a regional biotech oversupply and leasing slowdown, according to a Sept. 11 analysis. Vacancies now reach 31% across Massachusetts, raising concerns about Weston's development outlook.
Weston Observer
Sumaira Foundation Holds 5K Road Race for Neuroimmune Diseases
The annual 5K walk/run starts at 9 a.m. today outside Weston Town Hall, raising funds and awareness for rare neuroimmune disorders.
Weston Media Center
Planning Board Reviews 175 Lexington St. Flood Zone Project
The Planning Board has scheduled an Oct. 7 hearing and a Sept. 18 site inspection for an application to build a 5,411-square-foot home in FEMA Flood Zone A at 175 Lexington Street.
Weston Observer
Planning Board Slates Design Charette for 300 Wellesley Street
The Planning Board holds a design charette and regular meeting Wednesday, Sept. 16, to review design concepts for 300 Wellesley Street and hold a public hearing for 215 Newton Street.
Town of Weston
Conservation Commission Schedules Remote Meeting for Sept. 15
The Conservation Commission meets remotely via Zoom on Tuesday, Sept. 15, at 7:30 p.m. to review ongoing wetlands and conservation filings.
Town of Weston
Registration Closes Today for Youth Health & Sexuality Workshop
Registration closes today for middle school students in grades 7–9 signing up for the secular 'Our Whole Lives' health and relationship education series.
Weston Media Center
Registration Closes Today for Weston AIC Sewing Workshop
Registration closes today for the Sept. 15 sewing skills workshop at the Weston Art & Innovation Center, where instructor Carson Eddy teaches four core seaming techniques.
Weston Art & Innovation Center
Planning Board Slates Scenic Road Hearing for 215 Newton Street
The Planning Board holds a remote public hearing Wednesday, Sept. 16, at 7 p.m. on William Creelman's scenic road application to rebuild and relocate an existing rock wall along 215 Newton Street.
Weston Observer
Weston Seeks Joint Approval for Five-Year Housing Production Plan
Weston aims for joint Select Board and Planning Board approval Monday, Sept. 14, of its updated five-year Housing Production Plan to prevent a lapse in the town's Chapter 40B temporary safe harbor status.
Town of Weston
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