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Posted inLife in Lexington

Community Conversation: Civic Engagement Draws Good Crowd, Good Discussion

by Julie McCay Turner, Community Editor March 10, 2023March 11, 2023

With a strong background in community engagement, Town Meeting Member Anil Ahuja spoke of choosing Lexington as his hometown.

Map depicting proposed expansion of hangars at Hanscom Field
Posted inWeekly News Roundups

Deep dive into voter turnout; a new proposed development at Hanscom

by Sophie Culpepper February 17, 2023February 18, 2023
Leaf and old I voted sticker
Posted inLocal Government

In next month’s local election, few Lexingtonians are likely to go to the polls. Why?

by Jeri Zeder February 16, 2023February 17, 2023
Cary Memorial Building on Tuesday evening during the 2022 midterms
Posted inLocal Government

In Lexington’s annual election, all townwide races are uncontested

by Sophie Culpepper February 10, 2023February 28, 2023
Cary Memorial Building on Tuesday evening during the 2022 midterms
Posted inWeekly News Roundups

School Committee approves recommended budget; an uncontested townwide election

by Sophie Culpepper February 10, 2023February 18, 2023
Skate At Own Risk sign Old Reservoir Lexington
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A fall through ice at the Old Reservoir; how to vote and run for office in local elections

by Sophie Culpepper January 6, 2023January 7, 2023
Vote Here sign
Posted inLocal Government

Explainer: How to vote and run for local office in Lexington

by Jeri Zeder January 5, 2023January 6, 2023
Minute Man Statue
Posted inLocal Government

In latest town-wide survey results, resident desires for more diverse housing options, greater vibrancy in Lexington Center, improved LPS communication stand out to Town leaders

by Sophie Culpepper November 18, 2022November 18, 2022

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