The past informs and shapes our present
by Scarlett Hoey “April 19, 1775–This day our men are alarmed to go down to Concord to fight with the army that is come
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Open burning season continues through May 1
The Fire Department declared the start of open burning season on Jan. 15, continuing through May 1. Residents must obtain a burn permit each
Assessors approve bylaw revision and more
Board of Assessors, Jan. 6 The Board of Assessors convened on Jan. 6 to address several topics, including bylaw revisions, office updates, and archival
February 7, 2025 Energy and Climate Committee. Panel reviews solar projects at Loker School and new Community Center
Energy and Climate Committee, Jan. 7 A focus of discussion at the Jan. 7 meeting of the Energy and Climate Committee was the Loker
Pioneering Progress
By CHRIS HILL, chris.hill@waylandpost.org In a move that could reshape the democratic landscape of Massachusetts towns, Wayland is leading the charge to make remote
Annual Town Meeting warrant open through Jan. 15
The warrant for the Annual Town Meeting is now open. Through Jan. 15, residents may submit warrant articles they wish to be considered at
Fleishman aims to bring passion and experience to Wayland’s schools. And some stability.
After 18 months in interim role, School Committee hires former Newton public schools boss on permanent basis by CHRIS HILL, chris.hill@waylandpost.org You don’t know
Historic First
The Wayland Museum & Historical Society is welcoming its first executive director, Scarlett V. Hoey. A Wayland native, Hoey brings extensive experience in museum
Economic Development Committee launches surveys on Route 20 revitalization
The Economic Development Committee (EDC) is seeking input from residents and business owners on ways to help guide the revitalization of the Boston Post
Vokes Theater, A Miniature Treasure
by June Valliere Vokes Theater on Boston Post Road in Wayland looks like a blue and gray nondescript building from the road but
Rotary Club Honors Wayland High School Students
by Joy Viola Four Wayland High School sophomores were honored for their leadership and community service by The Rotary Club of Weston and
Wayland’s Utility Boxes Get Facelifts
by Amari B. Harrison Thanks to the Wayland Cultural Council (WCC), public artwork is becoming more prominent in our community. The WCC’s Utility
Wayland Middle and High School Musicians Participate in the MMEA Eastern District Festival.
Twenty-seven Wayland student musicians from Wayland Middle School and Wayland High School participated in the 2025 MMEA Eastern District Junior Festival held at
Wayland’s Waterways: A History of Connection and Curiosity
by Scarlett Hoey Waterways have always connected people, and the two watersheds that encompass Wayland connect us to the history beyond our borders.
Artful History in Utilitarian Household Items
The Wayland Historical Society employees and volunteers met with members of the New England Quilt Museum on March 15 to participate in the