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Sherman’s Bridge to close for 12 weeks beginning Nov. 9

Carole Plumb · October 21, 2026

Sherman’s Bridge, which crosses the Sudbury River between Wayland and Sudbury, is scheduled to close to all traffic Monday, Nov. 9, for a rehabilitation project expected to take about 12…

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Acton teenager accused of killing family members pleads not guilty

Brad Spiegel · October 13, 2026

By Brad [email protected] Arjun Aravind, the Acton teenager accused of killing his mother and brother and was found in a Wayland parking lot, pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder charges…

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A celebration of comfort and thanks

Wayland Post Staff · October 9, 2026

A celebration of comfort and thanks The Claypit Hill PTO celebrated Wayland’s first responders during First Responder Appreciation Week, Sept. 9–11, with treat drops, cards, and thank-you messages from students…

Wayland first responders and their four-legged helper visited the Claypit Hill School. Left to right: Officer Rachel Pugh, School Resource Officer Shane Bowles, Acting Chief Mark Hebert, Theo Burns, Archie, Hélène Genofre, Detective Sgt. Tyler Castagno, and Sgt. Christopher Custodie.
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Student wins academic recognition

Wayland Post Staff · October 9, 2026

Student wins academic recognition Wayland resident Molly Bergeron was accepted into the Honors College at the College of Charleston this fall. Bergeron is majoring in communication.

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Equity, excellence underlie Loker controversy

Brad Spiegel · October 9, 2026

It's no secret that Wayland is considered a town of means. It often ranks in the top 10 in Massachusetts for median family income, according to the U.S. Census Bureau…

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Centuries-old stone walls recall Wayland’s agricultural past

Jerry Shi · October 9, 2026

Stone walls lining Wayland’s roads and winding through its woods offer a glimpse of the town’s past while preserving the remains of its agricultural history. Once built along the edges…

Remains of stone walls atthe Mainstone Farm Trailhead. Photo by Jerry Shi
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Eliza J. Norton Foundation hosts Celebrate with Heart Festival

Wayland Post Staff · October 9, 2026

The Eliza J. Norton Foundation (EJNF) will host its annual Celebrate with Heart Community Festival on Sunday, October 18, from noon to 3 p.m. at the Cochituate Ball Fields in…

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New businesses and a new look for Route 20

June Valliere · October 9, 2026

New occupants are filling vacant storefronts along Route 20 and in Town Center while existing business owners are beautifying their properties. As of 2026, Wayland’s new business activity includes the…

Shoppers check out home décor in Terrain Home and Garden store. (Photo by June Valliere)
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McPherson relishes his second career as fire chief

Ellie Brogan · October 9, 2026

Neil McPherson has been Wayland’s fire chief for the past seven years, helping to keep the town safe in a wide range of emergencies ranging from the smallest fires, the…

Wayland Fire Chief Neil McPherson in front of one of the town’s fire trucks. (Photo by Ellie Brogan)
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Residents enjoy Good Neighbor Day despite nor’easter

Leticia Pinto · October 9, 2026

A last-minute nor’easter didn’t dampen the second annual Good Neighbor Day celebration on Sept. 26. The Wayland Free Public Library had to move the event inside but residents still turned…

Josh Heulsen and his daughter Ada enjoying the arts and crafts table at Good Neighbor Day celebration. (Photo by Leticia Pinto)