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John Deaton is Trying His Hand as an Anti-Trump Republican in Massachusetts. Will It Work?

In a time when the Republican Party in Massachusetts seems to be struggling to find its identity, U.S. Senate candidate John Deaton says he’s trying a new approach. “I’ve had three opportunities to vote for Donald Trump, and I’ve never pulled the trigger,” Deaton said. Deaton is running against Sen. Ed Markey, complete with an “R” next to his name. The election is set for Nov. 3. Deaton was born in Highland Park, Michigan, to a single mother. He grew…

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11-Year-Old Summits Mount Kilimanjaro

This summer looked a little different for 11-year-old Olivia Trainor. Trainor, a rising sixth-grader at Chenery Upper Elementary School, hiked Mount Kilimanjaro with her mother, Brittany Caruso, last month. The journey up the Tanzanian volcano, the highest peak in Africa,…

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Marauders of the Week for Sept. 25, 2026

September 25, 2026
Madison Elias 1. Favorite school subject: History and art! 2. Most influential educators/staff members/classes: Ms. English (3D Art/Ceramics), Ms. Pasternak (AP World), Ms. McCabe (APUSH), Ms. Bloom (English 11). 3. Extracurriculars that have been meaningful to you: Working at Belmont Rancs ♥️…

With Boom in Requests, Town Considers Public Records Coordinator

September 22, 2026
Town officials are “strongly considering” hiring a part-time administrative employee to manage the growing number of public records requests across departments. “It’s very nuanced and complicated, and one request can take hours and hours of time,” Town Administrator Patrice Garvin said. According…

Marauders of the Week for Sept. 18, 2026

September 21, 2026
Demitri Berlis 1. Favorite school subject: Algebra 2 and Economics 2. Most influential educators/staff members/classes: Ms. Pasternak, Ms. Grossi, Mr. Zilcoski 3. Extracurriculars that have been meaningful to you: BHS Basketball, Belmont Helping Hands 4. What are you most proud of doing…

Students Push For Action in Wake of Racist Incident

September 19, 2026
Students are calling for further action from the school district after multiple instances of racist and antisemitic graffiti were found in a bathroom at Belmont High School (BHS) days into the new school year. “At Belmont, it’s not shocking that this would…

Officials Consider Dog Park to Curb Field Damage

September 18, 2026
“Dramatic field improvements” have been made since the town’s new sports field manager came on board, but one area remains a constant struggle. “One of the biggest issues we are dealing with is damage to the fields from dogs, and holes being…

Belmont Day Camp Celebrates 80 Years of Summer Tradition

September 17, 2026
By Arianna Williams, Belmont Voice correspondent The sun scorches the land as children dive into the pool. While some swim to cool down, others slide and swing on the bright blue playground set, affectionately called Big Blue. Belmont Day Summer Camp has…

On 25th Anniversary, Belmont Remembers 9/11

September 17, 2026
Residents from across Belmont gathered at Town Hall to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. On that date in 2001, al-Qaida extremists hijacked four commercial planes, two of which departed from Logan International Airport in Boston, and crashed…

No Cameras, Devices Found During BMHS Search, Officials Say

September 17, 2026
No electronic devices or cameras were found during a State Police search of Belmont Middle High School last month, conducted in the aftermath of middle school teacher Leon Dyer’s arrest, Superintendent Jill Geiser said. The school was searched on Aug. 11 with…

Sophisticated Scam Targets Owners of Missing Pets

September 16, 2026
Anyone might have fallen for it. A text arrives from a stranger who claims to have found a missing pet. The image of the pet looks real, but something seems off about the conversation you’re having with the person behind the unknown…
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September 25, 2026
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Madison Elias 1. Favorite school subject: History and art! 2. Most influential educators/staff members/classes: Ms. English (3D Art/Ceramics), Ms. Pasternak (AP World), Ms. McCabe (APUSH), Ms. Bloom (English 11). 3. Extracurriculars that have been meaningful to you: Working at Belmont Rancs ♥️…
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School Committee Notes, Sept. 8, 2026

September 23, 2026
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New Administrators Superintendent Jill Geiser announced that Brittany King is the new assistant principal at Belmont High School. King has worked in the high school as a guidance counselor for the past 12 years. “I’m really excited to step into this new…

With Boom in Requests, Town Considers Public Records Coordinator

September 22, 2026
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Town officials are “strongly considering” hiring a part-time administrative employee to manage the growing number of public records requests across departments. “It’s very nuanced and complicated, and one request can take hours and hours of time,” Town Administrator Patrice Garvin said. According…

Belmont High School Sports Wrap – Week in Review

September 21, 2026
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By Madison Elias and Isaac Meretta, Belmont Voice correspondents Field Hockey – The 12th-ranked Marauders started off the season strong, winning each of their first two games. The excitement levels were high for the home opener on Sept. 9, as Belmont pulled…

Soccer Night Returns to Belmont

September 21, 2026
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The annual Soccer Night returned to Harris Field Saturday night, with the boys taking on Newton North and the girls facing the Westford Ghosts. Both teams enjoyed their evening, as the boys upset the Tigers, 2-1. The girls, in turn, shut out…

Marauders of the Week for Sept. 18, 2026

September 21, 2026
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Demitri Berlis 1. Favorite school subject: Algebra 2 and Economics 2. Most influential educators/staff members/classes: Ms. Pasternak, Ms. Grossi, Mr. Zilcoski 3. Extracurriculars that have been meaningful to you: BHS Basketball, Belmont Helping Hands 4. What are you most proud of doing…

Officials Consider Dog Park to Curb Field Damage

September 18, 2026
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“Dramatic field improvements” have been made since the town’s new sports field manager came on board, but one area remains a constant struggle. “One of the biggest issues we are dealing with is damage to the fields from dogs, and holes being…

On 25th Anniversary, Belmont Remembers 9/11

September 17, 2026
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Residents from across Belmont gathered at Town Hall to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. On that date in 2001, al-Qaida extremists hijacked four commercial planes, two of which departed from Logan International Airport in Boston, and crashed…
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