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MBTA Communities law is not an unfunded mandate, judge rules
A judge in Plymouth County has dismissed a bundle of municipal lawsuits and denied their request for denied grant monies to be disbursed.
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Community
Burlington History On Display This Summer
The Burlington Historical Museum will be open, and tours of Burlington's historical sites will be offered
Community
Fresh, Free, and Local: Council on Aging’s Summer Produce Program Brings Nutrition and Community Together
Each summer the Burlington Council on Aging and Lahey Hospital & Medical Center come together to provide fresh, local produce to dozens of older adults in the community—at no cost to them. While in years past the program has had a more traditional market-style setup at Lahey, the produce
Schools
School Committee Votes to Bring Food Service In-House
Burlington to cut ties with Whitsons food service, citing low participation, waste, and poor quality.
Local Government
Burlington Select Board Debates Special Election for High School Project Funding
A final decision hasn't yet been made on a possible November special election for the addition-renovation project at Burlington High School
Solar Array Slashes Mill Pond's Electric Bill
Burlington’s water plant now uses rooftop solar to cut electric costs, saving money and reducing grid reliance with help from a state energy grant.
Local Government
Community Members, Government Officials Demand Accountability for Burlington ICE Office
Burlington ICE facility faces backlash amid claims of inhumane conditions and broken agreements after teen detainee speaks out.
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor: Speed Tables Available to Calm Traffic on Local Streets
A letter to the editor encouraging community members to review and utilize the new SOP for requesting speed tables on local roads.
Sports
Year Comes to a Close for Red Devils Sports
Lady Devils lacrosse is defeated in the round of 16.
Schools
Field Committee Votes to Proceed with Modified Design
Expanded wetlands forced the committee to change the design of the double turf field that was planned for Marshall Simonds
Community
Burlington to Honor Long-Time Public Servant, Paul Raymond
Paul Raymond, who served the town for half a century, will be honored with a bench on the Burlington's municipal campus.
Sports
Spring Season Over for Two Burlington Teams, Track Ends Season With Strong Performance
Boys' lacrosse and tennis seasons end; track takes 3rd in state.