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Start: 2026-11-17T19:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-11-17T20:30:00-05:00
Location: Clarke Middle School

Life in Lexington

Behind the AI websites publishing “news” about Lexington

Several new websites and newsletters have popped up. Here’s how they operate compared to traditional newsrooms.

by Maggie Scales November 12, 2026November 13, 2026

State & National Politics

Democrats win big in 2026 midterms. Here’s how Lexington voted.

Voter turnout in Lexington was stagnant. The state has yet to call two ballot questions, but the rest have been decided.

by Maggie Scales November 4, 2026November 4, 2026

Housing & Zoning

Five years in, here’s how the MBTA Communities Act is playing out in nearby towns

Reporters from local newsrooms look at what the state’s multifamily zoning law has delivered in Lexington, Cambridge, Arlington, Belmont and Waltham — and where it hasn’t.

By Maggie Scales, Chloe Taft, Artie Kronenfeld, Mary Byrne and Carol Beggy October 27, 2026October 29, 2026

Sports

Lexington’s Sal Frelick heads to first World Series with Milwaukee Brewers

The Lexington High grad who once shoveled snow off the LHS field to practice plays in his first World Series on Friday.

by Katherine Markello October 22, 2026October 22, 2026

Sports

Why the Lexington High School varsity football season ended early

The school’s athletic director blames dwindling numbers of upperclassmen, leading to mis-matched games and ample opportunity for injury.

Eat and Drink in Lexington

How Royal India Bistro broadened Lexington’s palate

The Singh family grinds its own spices, makes its own yogurt and has spent 16 years nudging diners beyond chicken tikka masala.

Education

Do laptops and learning apps in schools help or hurt our kids?

Parents worry about social media and AI. Neuroscientist Jared Cooney Horvath says the school-issued laptop deserves the same scrutiny.

Education

LHS’s Rachel Jayson is a Grammy Music Educator Award finalist

LHS Chamber Orchestra director Rachel Jayson is one of 10 finalists for the 2027 Grammy Music Educator Award.

Education

Lexington’s Jonas Clarke Middle School ranked No. 1 in the state. What does that mean?

Lexington’s Clarke Middle School tops the U.S. News & World Report state rankings again. Its principal and superintendent say MCAS scores don’t tell the whole story.

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POLICE BLOTTER

“The dedicated School Committee team meets with the Lexington Education Association to negotiate new contracts, but educators cannot accept their low compensation proposals. Lexington’s financial proposals fall below the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) increases we see in settled contracts for educators in neighboring communities.”

by Matthew Small November 12, 2026November 12, 2026

Letter to the Editor: Pickleball for community connections

“Pickleball is more than a fun game or good exercise. It fosters friendship, kindness, and community connections that enhance overall health and well-being.”

by Doreen Karoll, Beth Friedlander and Terry Moore November 12, 2026November 12, 2026

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Upcoming Public Meetings

Fri Nov 13
- 5:05 p.m. · Parker Room Board of Registrars Meeting
Mon Nov 16
- Noon · Remote School Building Committee - Meeting
- 5 p.m. · Lexington High School Lexington High School Council Meeting
- 6:30 p.m. · Remote Conservation Commission Meeting
Tue Nov 17
- 8:30 a.m. · Remote Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting
- 3:30 p.m. · Remote Council on Aging Age Friendly Subcommittee Meeting
- 4 p.m. · School Administration Building School Committee - Finance Subcommittee Meeting - November 17, 2026 - REVISED AGENDA 11/13/2026 8:44 AM
- 5 p.m. · HYBRID + Remote School Committee HYBRID Meeting
- 5:45 p.m. · Remote Commission on Disability Meeting
- 6:30 p.m. · Remote Minuteman High School Council Meeting

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Community Announcement: Voices on the Green presents “Chance Encounters” on November 20!

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State & National Politics

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LHS Watch

MassDEP gives Lexington green light to build new high school as planned

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Eat & Drink In Lexington

Water, flour, salt, time, and a prayer — at Prep Neighborhood Kitchen, that’s what’s in the pizza dough

Eat and Drink in Lexington

Local Government

‘The wrong solution to the right problem’: Why a committee said no to a Westview crematory

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Education

Lexington School Committee approves superintendent contract topping $300,000

Education

Sports

At Lexington Pickleball Club’s first tournament, the socializing was part of the game

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Garba and Dandiya fill Harrington gym for Navratri

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Wales Copy Shop prepares to close after 47 years in Lexington Center

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Grazing goats clear invasive plants for new ‘secret garden’ park project

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Enjoy history after hours with Summer Fridays at Buckman Tavern

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