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COA/Community Center Throws Open Its Doors
By Ellie BroganWayland Post Intern Residents both young and old flocked to the opening of the Council on Aging/Community Center building on June 5,
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Town Equity Assessment Reveals Gaps
Wayland residents are broadly happy with their town, yet many still experience life from the margins and question whether civic leaders truly welcome differences.
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Big Jump in Water Rates on the Horizon
Although no single “official” rate-hike figures have been floated for the coming years , officials recently discussed scenarios that will double the water budget
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DEP Ruling on Cascade Needs Another OK
Although the Wayland Conservation Committee (ConCom) won its appeal on May 14, there is still no final decision regarding the construction of a 60-unit,
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Town Center Site Completes Cleanup
Cleanup and final reports on contaminants found on the Council on Aging/Community municipal parcel during construction are almost complete. During excavation work to build
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Water Meter Notices Don’t Mention “Opt Out”
When Wayland residents first heard about upgrading their water meters nearly a decade ago, the project was introduced with promises of transparency, efficiency, and
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How Wayland Ensures Safety Amid ICE Actions
In the wake of nationwide arrests of suspected undocumented immigrants, Wayland’s police chief offered assurances that the department follows established legal precedents that protect
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WHS Grad to Appear in Crime Drama Series
Actor Jonathan von Mering, Wayland High School class of 2013, will appear as Andrej in the upcoming crime drama TV series “Countdown” starring Jensen Ackles
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Homeowners to Pull More Permits
By David Watkinseditor@waylandpost.org For local homeowners, Chapter 193 marks a significant shift in how modest property improvements are regulated, underscoring why pre-funding the Conservation
February 10, 2025 Council on Aging Board
At the Council on Aging (COA) Board meeting on Feb 10, Vice Chair William Sterling provided an update on the construction of the new
February 10, 2025 Finance Committee
The Finance Committee met on Feb. 10 to review the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 operating and capital budgets, address ongoing infrastructure concerns, and evaluate
February 11, 2025 Planning Board
The Planning Board resumed its review of the definitive subdivision application for 13 Charena Road. Kevin O’Leary of the Jillson Company provided an update
February 10, 2025 Select Board
At the Select Board meeting Feb. 10, Fire Chief Neil McPherson presented an update on the ongoing discussions about transitioning to a regional dispatch
February10, 2025 Audit Committee
The Audit Committee met to discuss its annual report for the Select Board, focusing on financial statements, internal controls, and audit recommendations. Key topics
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February 7, 2025 Energy and Climate Committee. Panel reviews solar projects at Loker School and new Community Center
Energy and Climate Committee, Jan. 7 A focus of discussion at the Jan. 7 meeting of the Energy and Climate Committee was the Loker
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The Elastic Five Perform as Part of the COA’s Summer Concert Series
The Wayland Council on Aging and community members gathered for the third installment of 2025’s Summer Community Concert Series on June 26 to
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From Revolutionary Relics to Summer Celebration
The Wayland Museum & Historical Society (WM&HS) sponsors an array of educational opportunities from history lessons in the elementary school to rotating museum
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Schools Close Out Year With Balanced Budget
Wayland Public Schools is expected to close out its fiscal year with a balanced budget despite unexpected costs and a budget freeze earlier
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Lauren Astley’s parents keep her memory alive through advocacy and education
Fourteen years after Lauren Astley’s murder at the hands of her ex-boyfriend, her parents keep working to memorialize Lauren and teach teens about
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Win a prize — send us your Wayland Post totebag photo
Don’t miss your chance to show us where the Wayland Post travels with you! Whether you’re hiking the White Mountains or strolling along
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Licenses for five luxury car dealerships OK’d
The Select Board approved five separate Class 1 licenses for the sale of motor vehicles to Asbury Boston Exotics on June 16 after