Brian McHale, 68
Obituary published on Legacy.com by South Carolina Cremation Society – West Columbia on Feb. 9, 2026. Brian McHale, 68, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026, at his home in Gaston, South
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Chris E. Applin, 77
Chris E. Applin, 77, passed away on Feb. 8, 2026, at his home. He was a lifelong Wayland resident. Chris honorably served his country during the Vietnam War until his honorable discharge
Trudy Loveland Conover, 87
Trudy Loveland Conover, 87, passed away peacefully on Feb. 10, 2026, in Wheeling, W.V. Trudy was an active member of the Wheeling Red Hat Society, the Wilderness League of Ohio County, the
Wayland Post marks its first birthday
By Wayland Post staff One year ago this month, the Wayland Post published its first edition. With it, the Post helped fill the widening local news gap as regional newspapers reduced coverage
Clarification on tax abatement item
In the story headlined “Property tax abatement forms due by Feb. 3” that appeared in In the Jan. 23 edition of the Wayland Post, the deadline date may have been unclear.The information
Capital Improvement Planning Committee proposes $8.3M
The Capital Improvement Planning Committee has proposed an $8.3 million capital budget for fiscal 2027 – lower than both departmental requests and prior projections – marking a significant departure from the Town
Speaker laments ‘fracture’ in Jewish community
By Jack Schwed A Feb. 11 guest speaker at Temple Shir Tikva pointed to a common thread running through many of the challenges currently facing the Jewish community: fracture and isolation.“For me,
Public Safety Log
Monday, Feb. 28:48 a.m. — Following a motor vehicle stop, the operator was found to have a suspended license; the vehicle was driven by a tow company employee to State Road Auto
Sherman’s Bridge Road traffic concerns
To the Editor:The current Sherman’s Bridge proposal continues to fall short in addressing essential traffic safety concerns for residents, Wayland school children, pedestrians, and recreational users. While some improvements have been made,
School may replace National Honor Society chapter
Wayland Post Contributor Parents were left confused after Wayland High School Principal Allyson Mizoguchi announced in December that the school is considering discontinuing its National Honor Society chapter at the end of
Community Calendar
Friday, Dec. 196:30–9 p.m.Make a Mosaic Frame or Piece of JewelryArts Wayland, 35 Andrew Ave.In this hands-on mosaic workshop, you’ll create your own small mosaic picture frame or wearable mosaic jewelry —
Voters delivered a razor-thin verdict
Wayland voters approved a single ballot question at a special town election, with unofficial results showing 328 votes in favor and 297 opposed, a margin of 31 votes. A total of 625
Dear Editor:
In Wayland, we must build on ruined habitat—not on the ecosystems we can’t replace. Residents live in one of the most beautiful towns in Massachusetts. Our identity is shaped by meadows, wetlands,
Wayland Post Adjusts Holiday Publishing Schedule
The Wayland Post will shift its print schedule during the upcoming holiday season to account for holiday closures and newsroom availability. The edition that would normally be published on November 28 will
Decrying Post’s Veterans Day omission
Dear Editor,I was disappointed that the recent edition of the Post made no mention of Veterans Day – no coverage of local ceremonies, no acknowledgment of the men and women in our
Wayland’s historic center presents holiday events
By Aida Gennis Wayland High School Quartet at 2024 celebration, Kay Gardner-Westcott took the photos. The Wayland Free Library is collaborating with local groups to provide an afternoon filled with holiday cheer.
Wayland High presented a jukebox romantic comedy
By Aidan O’Hara The Wayland High School Theatre Ensemble (WHSTE) recently presented its fall musical, “Head Over Heels”. The title combines the music of the 1980s band, The Go-Go’s with a story
Open capital projects: improvements seen intracking of progress and balances
By Wayland staff reports Wayland’s Open Capital project ledger as of Oct. 31, 2025, shows 144 active accounts spread across multiple fiscal years, with a combined remaining balance of about $21.1 million.
DAVID MARSHALL
MARSHALL, David F. On June 3, David F. Marshall of Wayland, MA, died following a series of health complications. His family said goodbye with a scattering of ashes off the shores of
Preserve “historic authenticity”
Dear Editor, The Wayland Historical Commission strongly believes the historic character of Sherman’s Bridge should be protected. Sherman’s Bridge, which spans the Sudbury River and joins Wayland and Sudbury, is a beloved