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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

Chances are, the vast majority of Lexington’s voters will not cast a ballot in the Annual Town Election on March 6. Like, 80 to 90 percent of them. 

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Posted inLocal Government

Select Board unanimously approves recommended FY24 budget, includes funding for one-year composting pilot

by Sophie Culpepper February 16, 2023February 17, 2023
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Posted inLocal Government

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

by Sophie Culpepper February 10, 2023February 28, 2023
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Posted inLocal Government

Town, school leadership reach agreement on proposed FY24 budget

by Sophie Culpepper January 27, 2023January 28, 2023
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Posted inWeekly News Roundups

Inside town-wide survey results; CALex supports withdrawal of Haoyang Yu’s single trade secret possession conviction

by Sophie Culpepper November 18, 2022November 18, 2022
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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Posted inWeekly News Roundups

Public safety radio problems, Anisoptera Mercantile closing

by Sophie Culpepper September 23, 2022September 23, 2022
Police station surrounded by temporary fencing
Posted inPolicing and Public Safety

Following police move to temporary station, unexpected public safety radio lapses require urgent fixes

by Sophie Culpepper September 23, 2022September 23, 2022
Sign pointing to Town Offices
Posted inLocal Government

With “provocative” memo exploring committee changes, Town Manager sparks petition, flood of community backlash

by Sophie Culpepper September 16, 2022September 16, 2022

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