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North Attleborough Moves to Stage 2 Outdoor Water Restrictions

North Attleborough tightened outdoor water rules to Stage 2 this week as the town's fire department touted a round of promotions and new hires. The Town of North Attleborough moved to the stricter watering limits amid persistent summer heat, while Fire Chief Christopher Coleman announce…

City Welcomes Portuguese Tall Ship Sagres to New Bedford Harbor

Portuguese Navy tall ship Sagres calls at New Bedford Harbor this week. The City of New Bedford's official website announced the visit from the mayor's office, framing it as a nod to the city's Portuguese-American heritage, one of the largest such communities in the country. The trainin…

Airport Construction Begins, Traffic Advisory Issued for Mansfield

Mansfield Municipal Airport construction and a new resident-feedback push on the town budget led Monday's town news. Beginning July 13, the airport at 265 Fruit Street started a major runway and taxiway improvement project, prompting a Town Hall traffic advisory, while the Department of…

Norton Finance Committee approves $131,700 in year-end budget transfers, 5-1

Norton Finance Committee votes 5-1 to approve $131,700 in year-end budget transfers despite members' objections over last-minute delivery and estimated figures.

Norton Conservation Commission elects new chair, closes two hearings, issues key wetlands rulings

Norton Conservation Commission reorganizes leadership and resolves multiple wetlands matters.

Westport Library Board Approves Director Agreement and Record Circulation Numbers

Westport Library trustees approved a memorandum of agreement with the library director and accepted a record circulation figure of 102,291 items for fiscal year 2026 at their July 13 meeting.

Dartmouth Select Board Approves Utility Rate Hikes, Two New Liquor Licenses

Dartmouth Select Board approves water and sewer rate hikes, two new liquor licenses, and a $100,000 donation at packed July session.

Dartmouth Select Board Approves Oyster Farm, Liquor Licenses, and Housing Plan

Dartmouth Select Board approves oyster farm, two liquor licenses, and housing plan in sprawling three-hour session.

Dartmouth Planning Board Defers Action on $1.5 Million Farm Preservation Fund Agreement

Dartmouth Planning Board defers vote on $1.5 million farm preservation fund structure, citing unresolved legal questions.

Freetown Select Board awards $456,600 elementary school roof contract to Leading Way Construction

FREETOWN — July 13, 2026 — Freetown Select Board awards $456,600 elementary school roof contract and tables police tech policies. The board voted unanimously Monday to award the Freetown Elementary School partial roof replacement to Leading Way Construction, Inc. at $456,600 — under the $500,000 available — and authorized Town Administrator

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