The 11th annual FBE Apple Run is just around the corner. This year’s run has a Halloween theme. Register now!
Run for it! The Apple Run 2023 is almost here!
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Thursday Evening: Speak Up For Civil Service
A hearing Thursday evening September 7th at 7PM seeks public input on a proposal to withdraw the Town from Massachusetts’ Civil Service. Turn up and be ready to ask hard questions about what will replace the Civil Service protections we all enjoy.
Vote Local: Two Ballot Questions, One Answer: YES.
Voters are being asked to weigh in on two ballot questions in this year’s local election: on rebuilding the Viglirolo skating rink and switching from an elected- to an appointed Town Treasurer. Here’s how I’m planning to vote on Questions 1 and 2.
Town Election 2023: Meet the Candidates!
It’s local election time in Belmont, and Blogging Belmont is back with its guide to the candidates. Check it out before you vote on April 4!
Resolved to get involved? Check out One Love One Belmont this Saturday!
There’s a growing body of research that shows that human connection – to family, friends and our communities – is the key to a happy (or at least happier) life. The latest example of this comes in the form of…
Does Belmont need a new rink? See for yourself!
Belmont voters are being asked to fund a new skating rink. Is a new building needed? See for yourself with rink tours this weekend and next!
Survey: What do you want from Belmont’s next superintendent?
The Belmont Superintendent Screening Committee published an online survey to help identify screening criteria for our next school superintendent. Make your voice heard!
Take The Survey: What Do You Want From A Local Paper?
A group of volunteers is thinking of starting a non-profit paper for Town. But first they need feedback on what readers want in a local paper. Take the survey and let them know!
It’s In the Books: Library Passes with 57% of Vote, Rink falls short
Belmont voters gave a strong endorsement to construction of a new library, voting YES on Question 5 by a more than 1,800 vote margin.
Tonight: Forum on Building Belmont’s Future
Tonight (Nov 3) at 6:30, the Metropolitan Area Planning Council and Belmont will host an event at the Beech Street Center to provide an update on the Town’s current Housing Production Plan. You can attend in person or virtually