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
February 26, 2025 School Committee. Wayland School Committee Discusses Cell Phone Policy, Cybersecurity, and Special Education Reserve
The Wayland School Committee convened on February 26, 2025, to address topics affecting the district’s educational environment. Cell Phones – The cell phone policy
February 10, 2025 Wastewater Management District Commission
Jared Cotton, operations manager, reported that the wastewater treatment plant continued to operate smoothly, with phosphorus levels consistently low. The department has reduced phosphorus
February 10, 2025 Council on Aging Board
At the Council on Aging (COA) Board meeting on Feb 10, Vice Chair William Sterling provided an update on the construction of the new
February 10, 2025 Finance Committee
The Finance Committee met on Feb. 10 to review the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 operating and capital budgets, address ongoing infrastructure concerns, and evaluate
February 11, 2025 Planning Board
The Planning Board resumed its review of the definitive subdivision application for 13 Charena Road. Kevin O’Leary of the Jillson Company provided an update
Talk of the Town
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
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
New Community Center/COA will transform town’s public spaces
The ‘jewel in the crown’ of town buildings set to open in March It’s just an empty building under construction for now, with dirt
Community forum planned Oct. 21 on potential reuse of former DPW site
The Select Board has scheduled a community forum on the potential for a sports facility or another use of the town-owned lot at 195
Community
Library on the Go
At the beginning of this year, the Wayland Public Library unveiled a new program, Library on the Go, to get books into the hands
Wayland 250
by Dan Kemp In anticipation of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026, Wayland is planning a number of events. Under
Living Green: Join us for this year’s Wayland Earth Day Festival This Sunday May 4th
By Steve Garone Are you interested in learning more about saving our planet and sustainable, environmentally friendly solutions? This year’s Wayland Earth Day Festival
Perseverance Pays Off
Daniel W. Hood found perseverance pays off. After self-publishing five books, his sixth, “Dancing with a Stranger,” was published by Austin Macauley in August