Local Elections 2026

Election Guide 2026

This year’s local elections will take place on Monday, March 2. LexObserver has created this guide to help voters get to know the issues and the candidates so you can make informed decisions on election day.

by Maggie Scales, Tracy Kim Horn and Lauren Feeney February 20, 2026February 20, 2026

Candidate Profile 2026

Meet the 2026 candidates for Planning Board

There are three candidates running for two spots on the board — Kunal Botla, Lin Jensen, and Bob Creech — making this the only competitive town-wide race.

by Lexington Observer February 13, 2026February 20, 2026

Candidate Profile 2026

Meet the 2026 Select Board candidates

Doug Lucente and Mark Sandeen are both incumbents up for reelection.

by Lexington Observer February 5, 2026February 20, 2026

Candidate Profile 2026

Meet School Committee candidate Mona Roy

Roy is the only candidate running for one open seat on the School Committee.

by Maggie Scales February 18, 2026February 20, 2026

Education

Lexington students launch civics program to connect youth, politicians

LexYouthCivics, a first-of-its-kind initiative that introduces Lexington high school students to the inner workings of local government, takes place this Saturday.

Environment

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

The bylaw would require local restaurants to ask customers before adding single-use plastic utensils or condiment packets to takeout orders.

Weather

Winter grips Lexington: Another blizzard brings snow and wind

Whipping winds and buckets of snow engulfed Lexington yet again. School is closed Monday and Tuesday.

Education

Lexington’s special education students are still catching up after the pandemic

A new report finds that while Lexington students overall have recovered from pandemic learning loss, students with disabilities have not — and calls for a rethinking of how services are delivered.

Life in Lexington

‘Better Together’: Lunar New Year Gala welcomes Year of the Horse

“At a time of divisive national debate around immigration and identity, Lexington’s celebration emphasized unity and shared civic life.”

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Letters to the Editor

Letter to the editor: We, the People get what we vote for

“We learned through neighborhood experience that real estate companies often use ‘affordable housing’ as a carrot to get their projects approved because they know that most of us are inclusive, open and welcoming.”

by Sarah Mathew February 25, 2026February 25, 2026

Letter to the editor: Former Planning Board chair endorses Lin Jensen

“Lin is committed to finding a balance between advancing affordable housing opportunities in an environmentally, socially and fiscally sustainable manner while maintaining the character of Lexington.”

by Fred Merrill February 25, 2026February 25, 2026

Letter to the editor: Vote Mona Roy for a strong, more inclusive community

“Volunteering to improve our town is a core value we share, and it is inspiring to see her bring that spirit to everything she does.”

by Liz Kochi February 25, 2026February 25, 2026

Letter to the editor: Kunal’s Project Boom provided computers to kids in need during the pandemic

Kunal Botla — my choice for Planning Board in the Monday, March 2, town election — was just a freshman in high school when the deadly Covid-19 pandemic descended on the world and shut everything down. Kunal, who was then 14 years old, looked at the situation and wondered what he could do to help.…

by Michael Martignetti February 24, 2026February 24, 2026

Letter to the editor: Lin Jensen and Bob Creech for Planning Board

“Bob and Lin have the experience and maturity necessary for the thoughtful and prudent planning needed to cope with the growing multifamily housing stock as well as to help avoid planning missteps in the future.”

by Alan Levine February 24, 2026February 24, 2026

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Police blotter

Police Blotter: Loud neighbors

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REAL ESTATE

Real Estate Listings Week of February 20, 2026

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Community Corner

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Community Announcements

Community Announcement: Lexington Students Present Educational Research on a National Stage

February 17, 2026February 17, 2026

Community Announcement: Be in Patriots’ Day Parade

February 5, 2026February 5, 2026

Community Announcement: Middlesex Attorney General Marian Ryan Guest at Lexington Democratic Town Committee February 9 at 7 PM

February 2, 2026February 5, 2026

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State & National Politics

Jeffrey Epstein made 20 documented trips via Hanscom Field

State & National Politics

LHS Watch

New school, old question: Where should LHS students park? And should they be driving to school in the first place?

February 5, 2026February 5, 2026

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

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Eat & Drink In Lexington

Food Pantry sees one of its busiest days ever

Eat and Drink in Lexington

Local Government

Lexington projects $4.7M deficit in FY27 as healthcare costs surge; school layoffs planned

Local Government

Education

Harrington’s Henry Wan named MA’s Counselor of the Year

Education

Sports

Resolution Run to Kick Cancer hits the streets again

Sports

Life in Lexington

Snowmageddon brings a good old-fashioned snow day to Lexington

Life in Lexington

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

Life in Lexington

Your local holiday gift list (no shipping required)

November 20, 2025November 21, 2025

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Environment

Lexingtonians struggle to quit gas-powered leaf blowers this fall

Local Government

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VO250 ceremony shines light on volunteerism in Lexington

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