Mary Byrne, Author at The Belmont Voice

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The Quiet, Impactful Work of Belmont Against Racism

October 2, 2024

Though it largely goes unnoticed, those who do know of Belmont Against Racism know its impact is far-reaching. “The advocacy we do, you won’t see it on the street because it’s not visible, and that’s by design,” said recently elected President Didier…

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Session Aims to Build Communication Between The COA And Select Board

October 1, 2024

Before an audience of about two dozen seniors at the Beech Street Center on Wednesday, Sept. 25, town officials gave assurances that the morning’s listening session wouldn’t be the last. “We all view this as a first conversation, not the one and…

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LGBTQ+ Alliance Celebrating National Coming Out Day

October 1, 2024

More than 20 years ago, when Fran Yuan’s son — a high school student at the time — came out as gay, there wasn’t much visibility for the LGBTQ+ community in Belmont. “There were no rainbow flags; there was really very little…

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Members of Belmont Fire, Electric Head South To Aid in Hurricane Recovery Efforts

September 30, 2024

In the wake of Hurricane Helene, which tore through the Southeastern U.S. late last week—killing more than 100 people—utility workers and first responders from across Massachusetts are joining the recovery efforts. Among those who have made their way south are Belmont Fire…

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Wellness Coalition Meet-And-Greet slated for Monday, Sept. 30

September 29, 2024

Public health educator Lisa Gibalerio is planning a community meet-and-greet next week at the Fire Station on Trapelo Road to boost public awareness of the Belmont Wellness Coalition. The nonprofit Belmont Wellness Coalition—a program of Wayside Youth & Family Support Network—brings together…

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Middle, High School Students Evacuated Following Bomb Threat

September 23, 2024

Students flooded the sidewalks of Concord Avenue Monday afternoon following an evacuation of Belmont Middle and High School. In a letter to families, Superintendent Jill Geiser wrote that at around 11:15 a.m., Belmont High leadership “became aware of a bomb threat via…

Arts

First Church Concert Series Feeds New England Folk

September 23, 2024

For 40 years, First Church of Belmont has opened its doors to audiences of acoustic music fans in the name of raising thousands of dollars for local charities. “We’re thrilled to be able to continue doing this, and we’re thrilled it’s our…

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Family of Accomplished Violinist Dana Chang To Continue Daughter’s Legacy

September 22, 2024

She was a track and cross-country runner and an aspiring marathoner. She was a competitive figure skater, a self-published author, and a fan of K-pop. She loved spending time with her family. However, perhaps what Dana Chang will be remembered most widely…

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‘Building from the Ground Up’: Staff, Students Begin Year at the New CUE

September 21, 2024

With freshly painted walls and new furniture, the classrooms reconfigured, and hundreds of new students navigating the hallways, Chenery Upper Elementary School has begun what Principal Laura Smith is referring to as the building’s “inaugural year.” Previously home to the middle school,…

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Books on Wheels Brings the Library to the Homebound

September 20, 2024

Books on Wheels has been delivering library material to doorsteps around Belmont for nearly a decade. “I began the program shortly after I began in my role in 2015,” said Library Director Peter Struzziero. “It’s a good program, but we’d be happy…