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Brownsberger More Than Just the Money

August 26, 2026
Sen. William Brownsberger has been very helpful with state money. The schools have certainly benefited. But if you watch closely, there is more.  Thirty-seven years ago, a house in our neighborhood had a yard stuffed with clutter. Most people who have lived in a house for 20…

Paz Aims for Green Revolution, An End to ICE

August 26, 2026
By Maggie Scales, Lexington Observer staff Editor’s Note: The Lexington Observer shared this story with The Belmont Voice. Jonathan Paz, a 33-year-old Waltham native, Waltham City Councilor and son of Bolivian immigrants, is running to represent Massachusetts’ 5th District, which includes Belmont,…

5th District Challenger Samman Aims for Affordability

August 26, 2026
By Maggie Scales, Lexington Observer staff Editor’s Note: This story was shared with The Voice by the Lexington Observer. Tarik Samman, a 27-year-old Lowell native, first-time politician, and son of Syrian immigrants, is running in the Democratic primary to represent Massachusetts’ 5th…

Fresh Faces for Beacon Hill

August 26, 2026
When a child reports sexual abuse, we want to believe telling someone will bring safety and stop the harm. With at least 1 in 4 girls experiencing child sexual abuse, this is a public health crisis. Yet in family court, disclosure can lead…

Ganguly Seeks ‘Creative, Inclusive’ Solutions

August 26, 2026
Our neighbor, Nomita Ganguly, approached us soon after we moved to Belmont 17 years ago. Nomita and her husband, Craig, wanted to install a new fence between our backyards, and she wanted to make sure it was OK with us before proceeding.…

Lander Has Earned The Right to Skip Some Rungs

August 25, 2026
We can all agree that Sen. Will Brownsberger is a sweet guy. Many have personal stories about his kindness and attention.  I agree and stood in the rain with a sign supporting him for his Select Board run. Writers say Daniel Lander,…

Brownsberger’s Accomplishments ‘Impressive’

August 25, 2026
I have known Sen. Will Brownsberger since I first moved to Belmont 26 years ago, and the qualities he shows now are the same ones that impressed me early on. Will is a determined, energized leader who has earned my strong support…

Obituary: Catherine A. Sellers

August 25, 2026
Catherine A. “Cathy” Sellers, 70, passed away peacefully on Aug. 23, 2026, following complications related to cerebral palsy and other health complications. Cathy was a lifelong Massachusetts resident, spending much of her early life in Brockton before making her home in Bridgewater…

Brownsberger’s Personal Touch Makes a Difference to Voter

August 25, 2026
I am endorsing the reelection of Will Brownsberger because I have had firsthand experience of his service to the people in his district.  I did not know him personally when he helped us overcome a problem with the Department of Conservation (DCR). Our…

State Senate Candidates Square Off Over Myriad Issues

August 25, 2026
The two Democratic candidates for state Senate went head-to-head Thursday afternoon at a virtual debate hosted by the Charles River Regional Chamber of Commerce. Though questions focused partly on Watertown, Sen. William Brownsberger and challenger Daniel Lander also addressed support for small…
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