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In Dogged Pursuit of Well-Behaved Canines

April 27, 2024
With warmer weather nearing and the recently approved Paws in the Park off-leash pilot program starting, residents will likely see more dogs scampering freely in several town fields. Proper training is vital for that plan to be successful and for pups and…

Bingo Spells Comfort for Belmont PD

April 4, 2024
Bingo Spells Comfort for Belmont PD By Mary Byrne, Belmont Voice staff A new furry friend has joined the Belmont Police Department, and he’s eager to meet you. Bingo, a four-month-old Australian labradoodle, recently arrived from Monadnock Labradoodles in New Hampshire. According…

Belmont Unleashes Paws in the Parks

March 27, 2024
Belmont dog owners are celebrating after the Select Board approved a new program that will allow them to continue running their dogs off-leash in town fields. “The new program is good for owners, their dogs, and for the community,” said Ira Morgenstern,…

Letter: Support for Off-Leash Program 

March 8, 2024
I am not a dog owner but wholeheartedly endorse an off-leash program for dogs in Belmont. It fosters a tremendous sense of community and contributes significantly to the well-being of our elderly and disabled dog owners for whom street walking is a…

Transparency Questioned in Off-Leash Revision

March 2, 2024
For those who’ve been involved in the process all along, the meeting did not go as planned. “My reaction was … surprise,” said Ira Morgenstern. “People might have felt very dismissed,” said Alexandra Machado. “It was a surprise to me,” said Paul…

Letter: A No on Fenced Dog Park

February 23, 2024
I was disappointed in the Voice’s article “Off-Leash Program in Limbo.” It did not reflect the opinions of dog owners. The Recreation Commission’s working group, composed of both dog owners and non-dog owners devised a thoughtful off-leash program, which I strongly support.…

Letter: Wags For Off-Leash Program

February 21, 2024
I’m in favor of an off-leash program for dogs in Belmont. I’ve had a dog since September 2023 and have very much enjoyed the opportunity to meet many supportive neighbors through the off-leash program, specifically at Grove Street Park. It’s been a…
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Belmont’s Off-Leash Dog Program in Limbo

January 28, 2024
The new year was supposed to bring a new policy for allowing dogs to run off-leash in Belmont. Instead, dog owners are still waiting to learn how much access unleashed dogs will have to town parks. The Belmont Recreation Commission voted in…