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06/11/2026

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06/10/2026

This week’s Bulletin Board includes summer options for kids, volunteer opportunities, and community announcements. It remains a helpful place to find what’s happening around town. Read more:

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06/10/2026

Martin Osman, father of Acton Exchange editor-in-chief Franny Osman, has passed away at 101. His obituary reflects a long life lived fully. Read more:

Dr. Martin Osman. Mar. 12, 1925 - June 4, 2026. Photo: Franny Osman Dr. Martin Osman of Newton Highlands, Massachusetts, an applied physicist, World War II veteran, and blind inventor, died peacefully at home on June 4, in his sleep. He was 101 years old. The cause was old age. As a blind carp

06/09/2026

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06/09/2026

The Select Board discussed a listening session, a proposed childcare center, and the official naming of Shoddy Mill Park. Here’s a recap of the latest town decisions. Read more:

Opening remarks: A resident noted the difficulty of navigating the town website. Town Manager John Mangiaratti did not disagree, but noted that the website has evolved while maintaining decades of records. A resident mentioned attending a Finance Committee meeting and spoke of the need to add

06/08/2026

The Acton Woman’s Club gathered at historic Wright Tavern for afternoon tea and a lecture on the tradition’s history. It was a local event rooted in community and heritage. Read more:

Members of the Theater and Concert interest group from the Acton Woman’s Club attended an afternoon tea and lecture held inside the historic Wright Tavern in Concord on May 24. Local historian Amy Cole spoke about the history of ladies’ afternoon teas and how they helped to advance issues of int...

06/08/2026

AB’s Madrigal Singers brought food, fun, and song back to a favorite spring tradition. The annual dinner continues to showcase student talent and community support. Read more:

The annual dinner-theatre evening of the Acton Boxborough Regional High School Madrigals singing group attracted not only parents and friends of present performers and alumni who used to be in the group, but fans of the angelic voices and people who just happened to hear about the dinner. One woman

06/08/2026

The AB Farmers Market opens June 14 for another season of local food, music, art, and community connection. Volunteers are also part of what keeps this longtime tradition going. Read more:

In 2008, a handful of committed local residents got together to talk about creating a farmers market for the towns of Acton and Boxborough. They brainstormed, created policies, brought volunteers on board, negotiated with the Town of Acton for space and support, and reached out to local vendors.

06/08/2026

Wastewater issues at Gould’s Plaza continue, with additional updates from the Board of Health meeting. These local infrastructure and public health concerns remain important to follow. Read more:

The wastewater disposal systems at 248 – 270 Great Road, known as Gould’s Plaza, have been on the Acton Board of Health’s radar for many months now. As previously reported, the shopping plaza is located within Zone 1 and Zone 2 groundwater protection zones. The site is served by seven separate...

06/08/2026

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