Town “is dismissing” bridge suggestions
To the Editor: I have been a Sherman’s Bridge Road resident for 33 years — one of the longer-term residents. I’ve read with interest all the various communications my friends and neighbors
Suggestions
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Andrew “Andy” Pickens Johnson, age 99
Andrew “Andy” Pickens Johnson, 99, formerly of Wayland, died on October 6, 2025 at the Hebrew Senior Life and Rehabilitation Center in Boston following a period of declining health. He was born
Select Board advances budget, warrant articles
After the public comment (see here), Finance Director Brian Keveny provided an update on development of the FY27 budget at the Jan. 5 Select Board meeting. He noted that the town’s certified
Community Calendar
January 24 – February 8, 2026 Saturday, Jan. 2411 a.m.–2 p.m.35 Andrew Ave.Paint a Fairy Tale on SilkArts Wayland presents “Silk Painting: A Winter Fairy Tale,” led by artist Lidia. In this
Install a “wearing surface” on refurbished Sherman’s Bridge to protect the deck
To the Editor: The proposal to pave Sherman’s Bridge seems a bit over the top, unnecessary, and not in keeping with the historic nature of the bridge. Instead, I suggest installing a
Residents press Select Board on Dover Amendment as Veritas construction continues during appeal
The Select Board opened its Jan. 5 meeting with more than 30 minutes of public comment dominated by concerns over large Dover Amendment–protected developments, particularly the ongoing construction at Veritas Christian Academy
Shift from preservation to disappointment
To the Editor: I write to voice my concerns raised by my neighbors regarding the re-envisioning of Sherman Bridge, a historically significant feature of my neighborhood. As I learned more about the
Snow at last!
A snowman seems to be directing traffic on Nolan Farm Road. (Photo by Brad Spiegel)
Select Board
Select Board members voted Jan. 14 to advance a package of proposed 2026 Annual Town Meeting warrant articles that would broaden the allowable window for scheduling Annual Town Meeting, transfer funds into
Seeking compliance with bridge agreement
To the Editor: I live at 61 Sherman’s Bridge Road. We moved here in February 2025. I have three children who walk and play along the street with their friends. I also
First Public Involvement Plan (PIP) for 195 Main St. on April 10th
The Town’s Licensed Site Professional (LSP), Ben Gould of CMG Environmental explained the history of how LSPs became MassDEP’s solution on how to regulate and ensure cleanup of hazardous waste releases to
Help Feed Early-Spring Pollinators
BY JEAN MILBURN Do you wake up hungry? Many of our pollinators do; and many have trouble when they hunt for food in late March through early May. Happily, Massachusetts is home
Wayland High School Band Plays at Fenway Park
by Amari B. Harrison Directed by Mr. Joseph Oneschuk, the Wayland High School Band stood behind home plate at Fenway Park, 15 feet away from the Red Sox’ biggest stars. It was
Local Author Finds Inspiration AroundWayland
BY AMARI B. HARRISON George Harrar’s latest book “The Other Side of Silence” is launching this month. It is a collection of new and previously published short stories. “All 15 stories are
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Animals Silently Suffering
By Amy Shroff On March 28, central Myanmar experienced a 7.7 magnitude earthquake. While the human toll is staggering, another crisis is unfolding in silence: the suffering of animals—both stray and owned—left
Remnants of the Revolutionary War
BY SCARLETT HOEY It’s 1775. Wayland is part of Sudbury. Some of the earliest protests of taxation and for self-governance have come out of Town Meeting, specifically calls to repeal or suspend
Senior Team Players Form Lasting Friendships and Enjoy Balanced Competition
Members of the Eastern Massachusetts Senior Softball League (EMASS) shared stories of how their participation in the league has impacted their lives. The nearly 500-member league for individuals 50 and over play
Spring Sports Season Gets Underway
by BY ELISABETH RAINGE From pickleball players and softball to golfers and runners, the warmer weather is bringing out recreational and compet- itive athletes across Wayland. Upcoming Wayland High School (WHS) and
News Production System
The News Production System (NPS) was used to produce the Municipal Meeting Recaps. NPS, developed by the Wayland Post, includes the use of artificial intelligence and automation programs. These programs are used