State & National Politics

John Deaton urges voters to look past the “R” next to his name

Deaton is challenging Sen. Ed Markey for the U.S. Senate after losing decisively to Elizabeth Warren in 2024.

by Maggie Scales October 1, 2026October 3, 2026

Local Government

Lexington committee votes to delay building a crematory at Westview Cemetery

Many Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist and Jain families have to travel out of state for end-of-life rituals. Opponents of a crematory in Lexington cited cost, health and environmental concerns.

by Cal LaFauci September 25, 2026September 29, 2026

LHS Watch

Lexington breaks ground on a new high school building

The $660 million project — the largest in the town’s history — is expected to open in time for the 2029-2030 school year.

by Lauren Feeney September 15, 2026September 17, 2026

Education

A reckoning on social media addiction came late for many kids. Will AI safety be different?

AI companies are adopting safeguards social media took years to roll out. Advocates say kids can’t wait that long again.

Education

What is the AI policy in Lexington Public Schools?

The short answer is, it’s the works.

Life in Lexington

A jazz legend shaped generations of drummers from his Lexington basement

Students serious about drumming all received the same advice: Go see Alan Dawson. And they would — making the pilgrimage by car, bus and even plane for weekly lessons.

State & National Politics

Here’s how MA voters are leaning on ballot questions

Poll shows voters on track to retain legal cannabis and 2024 gun law.

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Upcoming Public Meetings

Mon Oct 5
- 6:30 p.m. · Select Board Meeting Room + Remote Select Board Meeting
Tue Oct 6
- 6:30 p.m. · Remote School Committee’s Policy Subcommittee Meeting
Wed Oct 7
- 7 a.m. · Clarke Middle School, Stedman Road Clarke Middle School Council Meeting
- 2:30 p.m. · Community Center + Remote Council of Aging Meeting
- 6 p.m. · Remote Planning Board Meeting
- 7 p.m. · Parker Room Council for the Arts Meeting
- 7 p.m. · Remote Town Celebrations Committee Meeting
Thu Oct 8
- 7:30 a.m. · Remote Tree Committee Meeting
- 8 a.m. · Remote Capital Expenditures Committee Meeting
- 6 p.m. · Public Services Building + Remote Permanent Building Committee Meeting

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Silence Of The Lambs with Guest Speaker

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MassDEP visits Lexington High School site for walkthrough following wetlands appeal

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Dunkin’ and Jimmy John’s now open on Marrett Road

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Local Government

Lexington precincts throw block parties for National Neighborhood Day

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Education

Racist, antisemitic graffiti found in LHS bathroom on first day of school

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Lexington girls cross country team faces a championship-season dilemma

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Building more than strength at Get In Shape For Women

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

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Lexington woman among missing in floods along Nepal-China border

August 29, 2026September 29, 2026

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The sepia sky

July 16, 2026September 29, 2026

Local Government

Arlington cut waste by 16 percent with automated bins. Lexington residents will soon vote on a step towards a similar program.

June 3, 2026June 11, 2026

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