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
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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
An abutter to the proposed Veritas Christian Academy
Dear Editor:As an abutter to the proposed Veritas Christian Academy K–8 development at 164-172 Cochituate Road, I feel compelled to raise several urgent concerns that many neighbors share but may not yet
Lester Philip Albee, 86
Lester Philip Albee, 86, a man of great intelligence, quiet strength, and boundless kindness, passed away peacefully on Nov. 9, 2025, in Wayland.
New Cafe Brewing Up Community and Connection
Kirstyn Lipson long dreamt about creating a business centered around food and community. This summer that dream will materialize in a new restaurant, Town House Cafe & Bistro.Following the Nov. 18 Zoning
Stay informed and vote
Dear Editor: I have a sense of relief thanks to the unusually low turnout for the Dec. 11 Special Election (just 6% of voters showed up to vote). It replaced the January
Richard Cohen, 88
Richard Cohen, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle, left us peacefully on Dec. 8, 2025, at the age of 88.
Sherman Bridge weight concerns
Dear Editor:I live just beyond the crest of the hill leading to Sherman’s Bridge. My wife and I purchased #53 the last day of 2020 as our primary home. We added a
Kenneth E. Morrell, III, 83
Kenneth E. Morrell III passed away on Dec. 25, 2025, in Norwood, Massachusetts, at the age of 83. Born Feb. 5, 1942, Ken was raised in the Cochituate neighborhood of Wayland alongside
Robert “Bob” Salmon Farrington Jr., 74.
The family of Robert “Bob” Salmon Farrington Jr. reports that he died unexpectedly at home on Sunday, Nov. 16, in Sherborn at the age of 74. He grew up in Wayland and
Community Calendar
Events must be submitted by 5 p.m. on the Friday before biweekly publication. For details, see waylandpost.org/events. Saturday, Jan. 108–10 p.m.Arts Wayland: The Squeezebox StompersVokes Theater, 97 Boston Post RoadEnjoy an evening
Kudos to Wayland Planning Board during a busy fall
Dear Editor: I wanted to publicly acknowledge the dedication and hard work of Anette Lewis and the entire town Planning Board. While they are unpaid volunteers, they do a vital, often difficult,