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$38M water plan moves ahead; funding still TBD
The Board of Public Works voted on July 15 night to advance a $38 million plan that would permanently connect the town to the Massachusetts
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Armed Home Invasion Leaves Resident Injured
Police are searching for two masked men who forced their way into a Joyce Road home last week, assaulted the homeowner and fled empty‑handed, according
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Town Officials Evaluate Future of School Facilities
With worn-out midcentury school buildings and rising maintenance costs, Wayland is launching a long-term facilities planning effort with hopes of reshaping the town’s schools
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Fire Department steps up assisted living safety
The Wayland Fire Department is fast‑tracking a series of fire safety measures at the town’s three assisted living communities and its sole nursing home
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More local support need to sustain small businesses
“We never achieved our budgeted sales since moving to the Wayland location,” Bagel Table co-owner Edgar Eglitis gave as an explanation for closing the
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Summer fun on Dudley Pond with ice cream and music
It’s not summer in Wayland without a good time at Dudley Pond, and this summer was no exception as residents enjoyed the annual Dudley
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Wayland Summer Farmers’ Market: midweek bounty under the maples
Every Wednesday from June 25 through October 8 from noon to 4 p.m., the Wayland Summer Farmers’ Market transforms the upper parking lot at Russell’s Garden Center
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Legislator, lawyer discuss immigrant rights
As federal immigration raids spread across the state, anxiety is mounting among Massachusetts immigrant families, and so is the effort to protect them. Ashley
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Home invasion on Joyce Road
Police in Wayland are investigating an assault that occurred at a residence on Joyce Road late Friday night, according to Chief Ed Burman. Officers
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McCall Reflects on Town Manager Role
Michael McCall discussed his role as town manager, the changes he is implementing, and key decisions that could impact taxes during an interview at
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Local Residents Help Police Solve the Mystery of the Missing Packages
Over a hundred undelivered packages were found last month in a Commonwealth Road dumpster, sparking an investigation. With the assistance of Wayland resident Lori
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Another Business Leaves Town Center
The Bagel Table, located at 21 Andrew Ave., closed its doors for the last time on Sunday, June 29, marking the end of a
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July 15, 2025 Board of Public Works Meeting
Most of the board’s July 15 meeting was dedicated to discussing and approving $38 million for an MWRA connection and a new PFAS treatment
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July 16, 2025 212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee
Members of the newly seated 212 Cochituate Road Advisory Committee opened their first meeting July 16 by revisiting a key assumption of the project voters endorsed
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July 8, 2025 Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals on July 8 cleared a half‑dozen home‑addition requests. Home projects advance Owners of 10 White Pine Knoll Rd. were granted
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July 9, 2025 Planning Board
At the Planning Board’s July 9 meeting, Chair Anette Lewis led a unanimous 5‑0 vote to endorse “final mylar” plans for a new three-lot
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July 16, 2025 School Committee
The Wayland School Committee unanimously approved the use of $45,000 in state funds to purchase a van for the district’s transition programming for high
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July 3, 2025 HRDEI Committee
The Human Rights, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee (HRDEI) welcomed three new members: Maryam Libdi, Sarah Shtudin, and Denise Fortin. The committee recapped the town’s packed
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Four Eagle Scouts Win Scholarships
Matthew Karpacz, chair of Wayland Scouting and Scholarship Foundation director, acknowledged the achievements of the 2025 Eagle Scouts who recently graduated from Wayland High
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Local residents earn academic degrees and honors
Clark University awarded B.A. degrees on May 19 to Mira A. Mills and Jennie H. Rosen, both of whom graduated magna cum laude. Dylan Derubeis
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Anonymous art donor to honor John Antes
An anonymous Wayland resident has offered to fund a gift at the new community center in memory of John Antes, a longtime resident who
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Wayland students receive academic honors, degrees
Two Wayland students at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) completed a Major Qualifying Project, a required senior capstone thesis: Nicolas Alvarado (mechanical engineering), “UGV Mechanical Design
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Real Estate Aug 20 – Sep 9, 2025
Recent Sales Recent Sales DATE ADDRESS SELLER BUYER SALE AMT. 08/20/2025 8 Poets Path Leichliter, Tania A. Refkofsky, Michael D. & Caitlin S. $2,225,000
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Officers help Wayland veterans find benefits, community
Many of Wayland’s veterans are grappling with the realities of growing older: rising healthcare costs, limited mobility, and the challenge of finding community as
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“Leaving the leaves” — a response to species decline
“Leave the Leaves,” a recent landscaping practice, is saving future generations of moths and butterflies, which is vital to the ecosystem. Many Wayland gardeners
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Celebrate with Heart Community Festival honors Eliza Norton
The Eliza J. Norton Foundation will host its annual Celebrate with Heart Community Festival on Sunday, Sept. 28, from 1–4 p.m. at the Cochituate
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Aurelia’s Garden sows nutritious seeds of hope
Tucked away in rural Wayland, a small farm operates with a singular mission: providing fresh, nutritious vegetables to people with limited access to healthy
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Rowing club teams excel at youth nationals
The Wayland Weston Rowing Club Association (WWRA) returned victorious from the 2025 U.S. Rowing Youth National Championships in Sarasota, Florida. Team members representing eight
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WHS teams cap off deep postseason runs
As the spring sports season comes to a close, several Wayland High School teams made runs through the MIAA state tournaments. From championship appearances
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A chill spring season for Wayland Youth Soccer
This spring started with Wayland Youth Soccer (WAYS) players, coaches and families “chilling out.” Snow on April 12 meant unexpectedly cold playing conditions for
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Wayland Weston Rowers at Youth Nationals
By Tess AlongiWayland Post Intern The Wayland-Weston Rowing Association (WWRA) is competing to the 2025 U.S. Rowing Youth National Championships in Sarasota, Fla. From
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Wayland Water Warriors Cap Season with “Splash & Dash”
The Wayland Water Warriors capped off a great season with a special celebration on June 4. Thanks to special funding from USA Triathlon, elementary
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Practicing Rail Trail Etiquette
By Steve Garone Over the past several years, rail trails have become extremely popular among people who want to have a safe area to
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Emory Ford PhD
Dear Editor, Thank you for the articles in the recent Wayland Post about the decision the town will need to make improvements on its
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Neil Gordon & Ellen Tohn
Dear Wayland Post Readers, We write to encourage your vote in favor of Article 22, Create Energy Revolving Fund, at the Annual Town Meeting.
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George Uveges
Dear Wayland Post Readers – In October 2020, Massachusetts reduced allowable PFAS levels in drinking water to 20 parts per trillion (ppt). Wayland met
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Bonnie Gossels
To the Editor: Wayland’s Annual Town Meeting is April 7, 2025 and the Warrant, a green booklet explaining the Articles to be voted, is
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Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor: It is disappointing to learn that the Finance Committee is considering a $250,000 capital request to “mess up” Route 20. This is
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Public Safety Log Sep 26 – Oct 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
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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,