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
Municipal Meeting Recaps
March 25, 2025 ZBA
The Zoning Board of Appeals on March 25 voted unanimously to continue its co-sponsorship of the proposed Article 20, Restaurant Pickup Window Overlay District,
March 29, 2025 MWRA Forum
Present at the Massachusetts Water Resource Authority (MWRA) connection informational forum were the members of the Board of Public Works, MWRA Commissioner Maureen Rizzi,
March 24, 2025 Select Board
At its March 24 meeting, the Select Board entered executive session to discuss labor negotiations with the International Association of Firefighters Local 1978 and
March 25, 2025 Planning Board
The Planning Board meeting began with a continued Public Hearing on the site plans for Veritas Christian Academy located on 164–172 Cochituate Road with
March 3, 2025 Board of Assessors
Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Commitment The board approved the seventh commitment for motor vehicle and trailer excise taxes for calendar year 2024, totaling $22,083.64,
Talk of the Town
Talk of the Town – A Revolutionary Re-enactment in Wayland
Approximately 30 residents watched the Sudbury Companies Militia and Minute march and ride through Wayland early afternoon on April 20. The Militia dressed in
Talk of the Town – Wayland Residents Participate in Peaceful Protest
Jean Milburn, Penny Beer and her daughter and a dozen other Wayland residents participated in the Indivisible rally on April 19, 2025. Six hundred
Talk of the Town – Muslim Neighbors & Friends Celebrate Iftar
Wayland Muslim Neighbors hosted a Community Iftar at the Islamic Center of Boston in Wayland on March 28th. Iftar signifies the end of the
Talk of the Town – The Third Safest Town
Wayland was named the third safest town in Massachusetts in the Safewise 2025 State of Safety in American Rankings. The first two safest ranked
Community
Celebrate Your Graduate in Our Special Graduation Section!
Calling all proud parents, family members, and friends of the Class of 2026! The Wayland Post is creating a Graduation Shout-Outs section to honor
What’s Next for Wayland Town Center?
By June Vallierejune.valliere@waylandpost.org Wayland residents are still looking for a town hub where they can congregate. They had looked to Town Center to meet
Local Resident Whips Up Meals on Cooking Show
By Tess AlongiWayland Post Intern A “three, two, one, go” from Guy Fieri and Wayland resident Mary Ting Hyatt began sprinting through a 15,500-square-foot
Why Wayland is Among the Best for Music Education
By Amari B. HarrisonWayland Post Contributor What makes Wayland one of the best communities in the country for music education? “We have the support
Sports
Wayland Sport Sign-ups
Wayland Weston Crew Registration is now open for Wayland Weston Crew’s spring and summer youth programs! Programs are open to middle school and high
Wayland HS varsity sports roundup
Scoreboard Friday, Oct. 4 Football Wayland 0 Shawsheen Valley 28 Monday, Oct. 7 Field hockey Dighton-Rehoboth 0 Wayland 28 Boys’ golf Lincoln-Sudbury 51 Wayland
Public Safety
September 26 – October 2
Sept. 26-Oct. 2 During the week of Sept. 26-Oct. 3, the Wayland Police and Fire departments conducted 39 motor vehicle stops, and responded to
September 16-22
Throughout the week of September 16-22, Wayland’s public safety departments responded to a variety of incidents, including 28 motor vehicle stops, reports of larceny,