The stories that shaped Lexington in 2025

Lexington celebrated the 250th anniversary of the shot heard round the world, voted for a new high school, witnessed and protested ICE deportations, and more this year. Here’s a breakdown of all that happened in town in 2025.

by Maggie Scales December 26, 2025December 26, 2025

State & National Politics

Lexington mentioned in Epstein files released last week

The recently released files show Epstein made a handful of phone calls to at least one Lexington phone number in 2005. Who could it have been?

by Maggie Scales December 23, 2025December 23, 2025

Community Corner

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Community Announcements

Community Announcement: World Meditation Day at Lexington

December 29, 2025December 29, 2025

Community announcement: Letters, Cupcakes, and the Streets of Boston! Interview and Insight from Janae Marks.

December 16, 2025December 16, 2025

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State & National Politics

Healey demands Washington stop ICE flights out of Hanscom. Activists demand more.

Healey’s letter comes after research revealed flights have surged. A local advocate says the state must increase transparency and ensure immigrants’ due process rights are being upheld next.

Education

Lexington High School to compete in Season 17 of GBH’s High School Quiz Show

A four-time state champion, the LHS team hopes to secure its fifth title this season.

Life in Lexington

The year in photos

The 250th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington, “No Kings” protests, galas, marathons and more.

Education

Antisemitic and anti-Black graffiti found in Diamond Middle School boys’ bathroom

This is the third graffiti incident that’s made Jewish students at the school uncomfortable since 2023. Parents are upset by the pattern and how the principal responded.

Education

Contracts are up for about 1,200 Lexington educators. They all want higher pay in next deal.

Last year teachers in the US made 27 percent less than other professionals with the same level of education. Lexington union leaders want to close that gap for LPS employees in future contracts.

Police blotter

Police Blotter: Stolen Rolex

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Letters to the Editor

Letter to the editor: Dr. Samuel Andonian’s unwavering dedication to Massachusetts families

“When my sons, Neil and Tyler, received unexpected diagnoses — mitochondrial disease followed by regressive autism, the path forward felt like an impossible maze. Dr. Andonian was not just a guide; he often led the way. He provided the clarity and strength I needed to persevere through his unwavering support.”

by Maura Sullivan December 29, 2025December 29, 2025

Letter to the editor: Feasible alternatives to building on recreation fields

“The architects of SMMA described how to build a phased-in-place school entirely on campus”

by Jim Williams December 17, 2025December 17, 2025

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REAL ESTATE

Real Estate Listings Week of December 27, 2025

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State & National Politics

Education

LHS Watch

A decisive “Yes” for Lexington: Residents pass LHS debt exclusion in pivotal vote Monday

December 8, 2025December 10, 2025

LHS Watch

From “It’s kind of falling apart” to “who the hell’s going to pay my new taxes?”: Lexington voters on the LHS building project

December 4, 2025December 5, 2025

LHS Watch

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November 20, 2025November 20, 2025

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Eat & Drink In Lexington

Food Pantry sees one of its busiest days ever

Eat and Drink in Lexington

Local Government

Lexingtonians struggle to quit gas-powered leaf blowers this fall

Local Government

Education

LHS closed after pipe burst on campus at 1 a.m.

Life in Lexington

Sports

Making the miles matter: Lexington mom runs seven marathons in honor of her late daughter

Life in Lexington

Lexington holds menorah lighting after deadly attack at Hanukkah event in Australia

December 19, 2025December 19, 2025

Economy

Still looking for stocking stuffers? Something for the seventh night of Hanukkah? Here’s where to find the best small local gifts.

December 18, 2025December 18, 2025

Life in Lexington

Lexington Fire Department delivers surplus supplies to Ukraine

December 15, 2025December 15, 2025

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Economy

Your local holiday gift list (no shipping required)

Life in Lexington

Environment

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VO250 ceremony shines light on volunteerism in Lexington

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