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Acton non-profits receive grants to help keep people fed

November 8, 2025

by The Acton Exchange Team

In addition to the state grants to the Town of Acton, three non-profits in town received grants to help alleviate food insecurity. Boston Area Gleaners receives grant for food security infrastructure State Senator Jamie Eldridge, State Representative Danillo Sena, and State Representative Simon Cataldo announced that the Healey-Driscoll…

State grant money supports Acton

November 8, 2025

by The Acton Exchange Team

State Senator Jamie Eldridge (D-Marlborough), State Representative Simon Cataldo (D-Concord), and State Representative Danillo Sena (D-Acton) congratulate the Town of Acton on securing over $2.3 Million in state grants through the FY26 round of the Community One Stop for Growth to support housing infrastructure, transportation improvements, and economic…

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Community weighs in on school reorganization options as the District’s budget challenges mount

November 8, 2025

by Diane Baum

Acton and Boxborough residents had an opportunity to ask questions, voice concerns, and provide feedback on proposed school closures, school consolidation, and other school reorganization options at three public community forums hosted by the School District in October. The forums, which were held at the high school, the…

Opening of water protection land and The Trails at Brewster’s Meadow

November 8, 2025

by Ron Parenti

The Acton Water District (AWD) capped off the successful acquisition of the 549 Main Street property at a well-attended gathering to officially welcome the public to use the trail system on the property. This event, held on September 28, represents the culmination of a multi-year effort to take…

The Bulletin Board – November 8, 2025

November 8, 2025

by The Acton Exchange Team

Reminder to readers: Our front page can’t hold all the news. To see all of this week’s new articles, go to the All News page. The Acton Exchange Bulletin Board is for volunteer opportunities and other announcements not tied to a single specific time and date. Please send…

Dog Park construction commences

November 8, 2025

by Cathy Fochtman

Over eight years ago, a small group of dog owners pitched an idea to Acton’s Select Board: Why not a dog park for Acton? Aware that dog parks benefit communities, and that substantial grant funding was available through The Stanton Foundation, they convinced Town leaders to form an…

A place where healthy aging comes to life

November 8, 2025

by Greg Jarboe

In the heart of Acton, there’s the quiet hum of conversation, the clink of coffee cups, and the kind of laughter that signals connection. It comes from a place where aging isn’t about slowing down, it’s about living fully. That place is Cooperative Elder Services, Inc. (CESI), a…

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Board of Health meeting recap, October 28, 2025

November 8, 2025

by Patricia McTiernan

The Acton Board of Health met on October 28, discussing a range of new and ongoing issues. Boardwalk School: hazardous materials control permit and wastewater monitoring As reported earlier, the Board voted on September 30 to deny a hazardous materials control permit for the Boardwalk School’s battery energy…

Acton Fire and Police respond to crash involving vehicle and train

November 8, 2025

by The Acton Exchange Team

The Acton Police and Fire Departments responded Thursday evening when a commuter rail train struck a vehicle that was stopped on Central Street at the train tracks. On Thursday, Nov. 6, at approximately 5:30 p.m., the Acton Police and Fire Departments were called to the area of 117…

Acton is still one of the best suburbs in Massachusetts to live in

November 8, 2025

by Greg Jarboe

In January, I reported that Acton is one of the best suburbs in Massachusetts to live in, according to Niche, a ranking and review site. Based on the latest update of information available from dozens of public data sources, including the U.S. Census, Department of Education, and FBI,…

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Select Board Notes: November 3, 2025

November 8, 2025

by Tom Beals

Opening remarks: A caller highlighted unreasonably long delays at traffic lights and questioned the rationale for left-turn lanes on Mass. Ave. at Kelley’s Corner. Select Board Chair Dean Charter responded that the project is ongoing and changes are planned for winter into spring.Town Manager John Mangiaratti described further…

Art mural “Great Place to Learn and Grow” unveiled

November 1, 2025

by Jeff Brown

Acton’s newest piece of public art was unveiled on Friday, October 17. The twelve-foot-square mural is mounted on the back wall of Donelan’s in Gould’s Plaza, visible from the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail and Brooks St. Several town and state officials attended the ceremony in the parking lot,…

Acton Exchange launches fundraiser with matching funds from major foundations

November 1, 2025

Michael BrandtandBob Miller

During the months of November and December, The Acton Exchange (AE) will be participating in its most ambitious fundraising effort to date, in collaboration with the NewsMatch program of the Institute for Non-profit News (INN) INN is a nonprofit national organization that provides resources, training materials, and other…

Community updates and collaboration take center stage at October’s “Java with John”

November 1, 2025

by Greg Jarboe

At the October 17 Java with John gathering at the Acton Senior Center, Town Manager John Mangiaratti led a discussion that covered everything from infrastructure improvements and library programs to school initiatives and housing development. The monthly event, which is broadcast live on Acton TV, continues to serve…

Household Goods celebrates milestone and kicks off “Furnish the Future” fundraising

November 1, 2025

by Nancy Knoblock Hunton

Household Goods of Acton celebrated 35 years of furnishing homes for people in need with an Oktoberfest party on October 22. The event, held at its headquarters at 530 Main Street, recognized volunteers, staff, and donors for their contributions to the nonprofit’s success. Over 200 people turned out…

The Bulletin Board – November 1, 2025

November 1, 2025

by The Acton Exchange Team

Reminder to readers: Our front page can’t hold all the news. To see all of this week’s new articles, go to the All News page. The Acton Exchange Bulletin Board is for volunteer opportunities and other announcements not tied to a single specific time and date. Please send…

Restaurant Week re-cap

November 1, 2025

Jeff BrownandThe Acton Exchange Team

This year’s Restaurant Week featured twelve establishments, each offering a special item or menu. Ever ready for a challenge, Acton Exchange’s writing crew fanned out to sample what Acton had to offer. Rapscallion: Cozy ambience meets comfort food with a brewery. 5 Strawberry Hill Road, Acton: For decades,…

Trails and tales: Archaeology comes alive in Acton

November 1, 2025

by Susan Greene

On Saturday, October 18, a small group of local history enthusiasts and hikers gathered at the Robbins Mill Conservation Land parking lot off of Canterbury Hill Rd. for an immersive archaeology walk led by Bettina Abe, retired Acton Conservation Department employee and long-time trail guide. The walk, part…

Nashoba Valley Neighbors have built a 60-yearlong legacy of welcome

November 1, 2025

by Laura Lunardo

The story of Nashoba Valley Neighbors is a heartwarming tale of human connection, a thread of goodwill that has woven itself through the fabric of the community for sixty years. It’s a story that began not with grand gestures, but with a simple, powerful act: a knock on…

Fall 2025 Horticulture Hints

November 1, 2025

Judy DembseyandAnn Marie Testarmata

With October seeming to be the new September and November the new October we have to change the way we think about fall, at least this year. Here are a few hints from the Acton Garden Club! Now that you are indoors, here are a few hints for…

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