Education

Lexington Public Schools cuts more positions to close FY27 budget gap

This is the second wave of layoffs, following a round announced in January.

by Maggie Scales March 25, 2026March 25, 2026

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Cary Library lower level reopening this weekend

The newly renovated Children’s Room and large meeting room reopen Saturday, March 21.

by Phoebe Triant March 21, 2026March 21, 2026

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Lexington residents participate in nationwide De-ICE Citizens Bank protest

Protesters complain that Citizens Bank is a major lender to Geo Group and CoreCivic, private prison companies currently working with ICE to detain immigrants.

Economy

Greater Boston is plagued with empty lab space. Lexington is no exception.

About one quarter of Lexington’s commercial lab space is empty. What’s next for the vacant labs?

State & National Politics

100 SUVs delivered to garage near Burlington ICE office

A local activist got video of the new cars. Could they be for ICE?

Eat and Drink in Lexington

Rare ten-pound lobster with blue joints for sale at local Market Basket

The lobster was initially thought to be a true blue lobster — a one in two million genetic anomaly.

Sports

Lexington High School senior signs with professional ultimate Frisbee team

LHS senior Max Coe has signed with the Boston Glory, based in Medford.

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Letters to the Editor

Letter to the editor: Let’s support young people running for office

“I hope the outstanding young women and men of Lexington do not get discouraged and continue running for local office, regardless their race and economic backgrounds.”

by Mabel Amar March 14, 2026March 14, 2026

Letter to the editor: Local Scout’s commitment to inclusivity

After Scouting America agreed to policy changes under pressure from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, local leaders re-affirm their commitment to all youth regardless of race, ethnicity, creed, class, gender, sexual orientation, age, and physical and mental ability.

by Local Scout Leaders March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

Letter to the editor: In praise of LHS Track and Field

“Lexington High School is commonly known for its high-achieving educational standard, but academics aren’t the only thing LHS excels at. In recent years, both the boys’ and girls’ track and field programs have soared to new heights”

by Arjun Raha March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

Letter to the editor: How to increase voter turnout and encourage more people to run for office

“Of the 23,586 voters in town, 3,883, or 16 percent, voted in this year’s town election.”

by Dinesh Patel March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

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Police Blotter: Multiple motor vehicle break-ins

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Real Estate Listings Week of March 20, 2026

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Community Announcement: Community Listening Session about Potential Crematory at Westview Cemetery

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Lexington High School students stage anti-ICE walkout

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LHS Watch

Over half of bathrooms at new Lexington High School will be gender-neutral

LHS Watch

Eat & Drink In Lexington

Food Pantry sees one of its busiest days ever

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Local Government

Town Manager Steve Bartha interviewing for job in Ipswich

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Education

Lexington Women’s Track and Field team eyes nationals

Sports

Lexington synchronized skaters head to nationals

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Economy

What’s on the town’s economic agenda for 2026?

January 1, 2026January 1, 2026

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

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Your local holiday gift list (no shipping required)

November 20, 2025November 21, 2025

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Lexington considers “Skip the Stuff” bylaw to cut restaurant waste

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VO250 ceremony shines light on volunteerism in Lexington

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