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Town Streamlines Volunteer Application Process

August 6, 2026
A little over 100 volunteers are needed on committees and boards in Belmont, according to town officials. Of that number, 77 openings are from committee members whose terms expire this year and who are eligible for reappointment; 28 are outright vacancies. “That’s…

Belmont Residents React to Teacher’s Arrest

August 5, 2026
Emotions were high Monday night as residents were offered the chance to ask questions and get more information about what led to the arrest of a longtime, well-regarded middle school teacher. “I’ve had a lot of interactions with Mr. Dyer … This…

Belmont Police Department Swears in Two New Officers

August 4, 2026
The Belmont Police Department recently swore in two new officers at Town Hall. Officers Emily Ricci and Robert Ludwig will begin working for the department immediately, according to Police Chief Shane Smith. Ricci and Ludwig are among the first officers Smith has…

Teens Launch Independent Theater Troupe

August 3, 2026
For many teens, summer means hanging out with friends at the beach, working a first job, or learning to drive. One group of Belmont High School students, however, have decided to use their creativity and bring their love of theater to life.…

Butler Welcomes New Principal

August 3, 2026
Jeff Haines joined Belmont Public Schools as the principal of Butler Elementary School earlier this month. Haines most recently served as the principal of Washington Elementary School in Lowell. He was previously an assistant principal in Lowell and Derry, New Hampshire. “I’m…

State Recognizes Local Military Historian, Brigadier General

August 2, 2026
Brig. Gen. Leonid Kondratiuk received a 2026 Military Appreciation Award last month in recognition of his service in the Army and his contributions as a military historian. “You know, in this business, you don’t get a lot of thanks, the people who…

Neighbors Question Oversight of Housing Project

July 31, 2026
A new public hearing is underway for a two-family housing project on Chestnut Street across from Pequossette Park, where construction has deviated far enough from permitted plans that the Planning Board requested a second review of the project. It’s a situation that…

Bushido to Mark 25th Year with Expansion

July 31, 2026
For years, the father-son team behind Bushido Martial Arts Academy looked for space to expand. Then, serendipity. The father-son team found the perfect space on Trapelo Road right next to their current location –– the space once occupied by Sunflower Massage. Now,…
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Nest of Birds Delays Copper Beech Tree Removal

July 20, 2026
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The historic copper beech tree located next to The First Church of Belmont, Unitarian Universalist, is not going anywhere yet. The removal of the Beech Leaf Disease-infected tree was set to begin Monday morning, but has been delayed for a few weeks…

ICE Protests Continue in Belmont

July 20, 2026
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Around 50 people gathered in front of The First Church of Belmont, Unitarian Universalist, on July 17 to protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) overreach. These Stand-Outs, as they are called, are sponsored by the Social Action Committee of The First Church…

Select Board Notes, Monday, July 13

July 17, 2026
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Beech Tree Removal Set Removal of the copper beech tree in front of the First Church in Belmont Unitarian Universalist on Concord Avenue is scheduled for Monday, July 20. In an email on Thursday, Department of Public Works Director Jay Marcotte said…
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