Teens Preach Gospel of Online Security

In a survey of 60 Belmont High School students, roughly 35% reported using the same password for more than six of their online accounts; 33% for one to three accounts; and 18% for four to six online accounts. Meanwhile, just 11.7% of respondents, seven students, said none of their accounts — which include social media, email, streaming, or school accounts — use the same password. A nominal percentage of students reported using the same password for all of their accounts.…

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Teens Preach Gospel of Online Security

December 31, 2025
In a survey of 60 Belmont High School students, roughly 35% reported using the same password for more than six of their online accounts; 33% for one to three accounts; and 18% for four to six online accounts. Meanwhile, just 11.7% of…

The Healing Power of Song

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The Beech Street Center came alive with song on a recent Tuesday night in December as dozens of people gathered to commune through music. The event was the first Belmont sing-along, the brainchild of long-time resident Susan Cohen. “I wanted a chance…

BHS Marauders of the Week for Dec. 19, 2025

December 22, 2025
Each week, members of the Belmont High School staff nominate seniors to be featured as Marauders of the Week. The students earn this spotlight for outstanding accomplishments ranging from citizenship to extracurricular activities to scholastics. We are excited for this opportunity to…

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December 20, 2025
On Sunday, Michael Crowley formalized his plans to seek a second term as town moderator, a position he won last April. He announced his intention to run again in early November. As of Monday, his only challenger is former Select Board member…

Last-Minute Gifts With a Belmont Flair

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Residents don’t need to go far to find gifts to match everyone’s tastes, especially if they want to give locally crafted items that support the town’s independent retailers. That’s why The Belmont Voice decided to compile a brief list of shops in…

Library Under Budget, Opening Day Set for January

December 19, 2025
Though some loose ends remain to be tied, the new library is expected to come in roughly $500,000 under budget, according to building committee officials. “We’re looking at, confidently, not borrowing half a million, which goes against the debt,” said Library Building…

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Following a lengthy discussion Monday about a recent uptick in police activity in the neighborhood, the Select Board approved a three-month lodging house license renewal for a property on Common Street. The licenses are typically for one year. Based on Massachusetts General…

With New Coach, Belmont Boys Basketball Eyes Upswing

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On the first Friday evening this December, Belmont High School’s varsity boys basketball team gathered underneath a basket on the far side of a buzzing Wenner Field House. After installing a few out-of-bounds plays, the program’s first-year coach, Danny Burns, recounted his…
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