COA/Community Center Throws Open Its Doors
By Ellie BroganWayland Post Intern Residents both young and old flocked to the opening of the Council on Aging/Community Center building on June 5,
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Town Equity Assessment Reveals Gaps
Wayland residents are broadly happy with their town, yet many still experience life from the margins and question whether civic leaders truly welcome differences.
DEP Ruling on Cascade Needs Another OK
Although the Wayland Conservation Committee (ConCom) won its appeal on May 14, there is still no final decision regarding the construction of a 60-unit,
Town Center Site Completes Cleanup
Cleanup and final reports on contaminants found on the Council on Aging/Community municipal parcel during construction are almost complete. During excavation work to build
Water Meter Notices Don’t Mention “Opt Out”
When Wayland residents first heard about upgrading their water meters nearly a decade ago, the project was introduced with promises of transparency, efficiency, and
How Wayland Ensures Safety Amid ICE Actions
In the wake of nationwide arrests of suspected undocumented immigrants, Wayland’s police chief offered assurances that the department follows established legal precedents that protect
WHS Grad to Appear in Crime Drama Series
Actor Jonathan von Mering, Wayland High School class of 2013, will appear as Andrej in the upcoming crime drama TV series “Countdown” starring Jensen Ackles
Homeowners to Pull More Permits
By David Watkinseditor@waylandpost.org For local homeowners, Chapter 193 marks a significant shift in how modest property improvements are regulated, underscoring why pre-funding the Conservation
Wayland schools lauded for music education for 16th consecutive time
By Susan MemoliWayland Post Contributor Wayland Public Schools was one of only 22 Massachusetts districts to receive the NAMM Foundation’s Best Communities for Music
Coptic Orthodox Church Shines at Festival
By Ellie BroganWayland Post Intern St. Philopater and St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church on Rice Road hosted a festival showcasing Egyptian and Coptic culture
Ceremony Marks New Loker School Solar Array
Loker Elementary School’s new rooftop solar array was officially celebrated with a ceremonial ribbon cutting. Town Administrator Michael McCall credited Assistant Facilities and Sustainability
Flags, a parade and honoring the fallen
By Ellie BroganWayland Post Intern On Monday, May 26, Wayland held a Memorial Day parade to honor the fallen servicemen and women who served
Young Entrepreneurs Market Their Products at Fair
By Joy ViollaWayland Post Contributor Wrapping up the business section with a look to possible businesses of the future, the fifth annual Children’s Business
Jersey Mike’s Arrives in Town
The space beside Starbuck’s at 44 Main St. is set to receive a new occupant in the form of Jersey Mike’s Subs some time
Casual Dining Coming to Boston Post Road
By June Vallierejune.valliere@waylandpost.org The Zoning Board approved last week plans for Dunkin & Jimmy John’s Sandwiches to move into the former Bank of America
Boston United Volleyball Finds a New Wayland Home
By June Vallierejune.valliere@waylandpost.org Boston United Volleyball Club will be opening a new location at Wayland Town Center in the former BSC space this fall.
ZBA Approves Terrain Project, Hears Others
The Zoning Board of Appeals voted unanimously on May 13 to approve a special permit for a proposed Terrain restaurant, event venue and retail
New clinician/social worker to aid police
By Sherre GreenbaumWayland Post Contributor Lauren Keating, LMHC, has been hired as the town’s first co-response clinician/social worker. The addition of this professional position
Historic Plain Road Sign Restored
By Richard ConradWayland Post Contributor A historic sign at the intersection of Boston Post Road and Plain Road near the Weston town line has
Town Meeting Survey Results Revealed
By Mary Ann Borkowski and Denise FortinWayland Post Contributors The recent survey on the annual town meeting format, interest and effectiveness revealed that Wayland
Wayland Town Center is on the Market
By June Vallierejune.valliere@waylandpost.org Wayland Town Center is for sale. Zurich Insurance Asset Management Group retained Newmark Capital Markets in Boston to sell the 175,636-square-foot
Stormwater Showdown: Wayland’s Chapter 193 – Hearing is on Wednesday, May 28 at 6:30 p.m
A 34-page draft released in March would fold a decade of experience into a sweeping rewrite of Chapter 193, the Town’s Stormwater and Land-Disturbance
Save Bernard’s Turtle Friends
by Shannon Fischer Turtles are on the move across Wayland – female turtles are traveling to and from nesting sites; other turtles are migrating
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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
Christianity’s Sorrowful & Joyful Holy Observances
Christians around the world celebrate Easter as the holiest day of the Christian calendar, and this year it falls on April 20. Many “mainline”
The Significance of Passover Today and in the Past
Passover which commemorates the Hebrews’ liberation from enslavement in Egypt and the sparing of the firstborn of the Israelites is one of Judaism’s most
A New COA Logo for a New Home
BY ANN GORDON The Wayland Council on Aging is delighted to unveil its new logo, a cheerful design that evokes the idea of people