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Select Board Considers Pedestrian Safety Improvements

July 1, 2026
Exactly a week after a pedestrian was hit by a car on Concord Avenue, Precinct 2 Town Meeting member Anthony Barnes appealed to the Select Board to explore pedestrian safety improvements for that neighborhood. “I’m not here advocating for any specific design,”…

Woman Killed in Trapelo Road Crash

March 2, 2026
A 77-year-old woman died Saturday morning after being struck by a vehicle on Trapelo Road between Beech and Hull streets, according to police. According to Belmont Interim Police Chief Mark Hurley, Belmont Police, along with the Massachusetts State Police, are investigating the…

District Attorney Shares Fraud-Awareness Tips

March 2, 2026
With aggressive scammers targeting seniors, Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan offered no-nonsense advice during a Feb. 19 Zoom meeting with the Belmont Woman’s Club. A member of the nonprofit organization herself, the longtime law enforcement official answered questions from members on how…

Pending Negotiations, Select Board Appoints Police Chief

February 26, 2026
Pending a successful background check and contract negotiations, the Select Board voted unanimously to appoint Shane C. Smith as chief of the Belmont Police Department. “He did a really solid job; he spoke directly and addressed our questions,” said Select Board Chair…

Three Finalists Named in Police Chief Search

February 18, 2026
Three finalists have been named in the search for a new police chief, with interviews and a possible vote to appoint scheduled for Friday afternoon. Those individuals are Shane C. Smith, who currently serves as deputy chief of the Salem, New Hampshire…

Board Remains Neutral on Police Chief Hiring Decision

January 10, 2026
Despite encouragement from union leaders, the Select Board declined to state a position or preference for an internal or external candidate in the police chief selection process. “I think this job is too important to hire anybody except for the best candidate,”…

Belmont Adds Two Firefighters Following Rigorous Training

January 3, 2026
For two of the newest recruits to the Belmont Fire Department, joining the fire service offered them an opportunity to continue their career of service. “Coming from the military, I knew it was a common pathway for veterans to get into the…
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