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Mary Byrne

Mary Byrne

Mary Byrne is a member of The Belmont Voice staff. Mary can be contacted at mbyrne@belmontvoice.org.

New Law Eliminates Potential Hazard for Firefighters

August 25, 2024
Known as “forever chemicals,” they’re found in water-resistant clothing, nonstick cookware and some cosmetics. Most people have been exposed to them at one point or another, though more often than not, in low concentrations. “They are probably in the water bottle that’s…

School Committee Reflects on Past Goals, Charts Out New Ones

August 24, 2024
School Committee members are beginning to shape their vision for the upcoming school year, with a series of goals focused on data-based decision-making, continuing policy revision work, assessing progress on the strategic plan, and developing a budget in line with student needs.…

Human Services Reorganization Plan Met with Resistance From COA

August 16, 2024
In an effort to streamline services, the town has proposed the creation of a Human Services Department, bringing together the Recreation Department, Council on Aging, and Veterans Services. The proposal, however, has been met with concern from members of the Council on…

Third Member Appointed to Board of Assessors

August 14, 2024
After last month’s delay, the Select Board has named Anthony Leccese to serve as the third member of the Board of Assessors. Leccese will serve an eight-month term to expire on April 1, 2025. He will join Precinct 6 Town Meeting member…
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Working Group Begins Conversations on Senior Tax Relief

August 13, 2024
The working group tasked with exploring options for senior tax relief and improving the education around what is already available has begun meetings. “We went through what the current options are for senior tax relief and identified where we could potentially…
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The Reopening of Gifts And Thrifts

August 12, 2024
Four years ago, just as most other places did, Gifts and Thrifts at Peppermint Place closed its doors to the public. But while many businesses never came back after the COVID-19 pandemic, Gifts and Thrifts wasn’t among them. Last month, at long…
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Pizzi 5K Returns Aug. 25

August 10, 2024
Nine years ago this month, just over 100 runners registered for the Becca Pizzi 5K, a race that has since grown to five times the size. “We pulled it together in 31 days,” recalled Becca Pizzi. “We had 112 runners. Now we’re…
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