How Did Acton Vote in the State Primary?

In the governor's race, voters chose Martha Coakley and Charlie Baker as the Democratic and Republican nominees, respectively.

Deborah B. Goldberg of Brookline wins Democratic Primary for State Treasurer

Deborah B. Goldberg, former Brookline selectwoman, will take on the Republican Michael J. Heffernan in November

Coakley, Baker Win State Primary; Will Face Off for Gov. in November

Democratic candidate Steven Grossman conceded to Coakley Tuesday night.

Results: Healey Wins Democratic Nomination for Attorney General

With 64 percent of precincts reporting, Maura Healey had 62 percent of the vote to Warren Tolman’s 38 percent.

RESULTS: Middlesex District Attorney, Democratic Primary

Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan squared off against challenger Michael Sullivan in the Democratic Primary Tuesday, Sept. 9.

Mass. Unveils 'Municipal Grant Finder'

It's a one-stop-web shop for local officials and residents to learn about grant opportunities across state government.

Polls Open Until 8 p.m. in Acton for State Primary

Voting will be held at town polling locations in town.

Read the Ballots for Tuesday's Primary Vote in Acton

Voting will be held from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at two polling locations.

Deval Patrick Says He Might Run for President

Patrick, who's nearing the end of his eight-year run as governor, made the comments in an interview with WCVB.

New Tax Amnesty Program in Mass.

Unpaid penalties will be waived on overdue Massachusetts taxes that are paid by Oct. 31 by 300,000 qualifying taxpayers.

Who controls your body?

Government overreach is now extending into your personal space.

Why not let the government do it?

Taxpayers should have the right not to be taxed on things the government has no justification to fund.

Governor: Market Basket Battle 'Out of Hand'

The weekly roundup from State House News Service.

Rich versus poor

Let's stop vilifying the rich for their success, which does not come at the expense of the poor.

Migrant Children Not Coming to Massachusetts After All

Federal officials told Gov. Patrick this week they won't move forward with the previously-proposed program.

Acton tax policy based on cheapness theory

Like charitable advocacy for a favorite cause, voting for higher taxes when they will be spent to one's personal benefit is being cheap.

Update on Kelley's Corner Work

State Rep. Jen Benson's office provides update on sidewalk reconstruction work at Kelley's Corner

Cheapness redefined

Perhaps having compassion and wanting to use public funds to support charitable causes is not so generous after all.

Mass. Bill Would Make Domestic Violence Arrests Nonpublic

The bill was formulated in response to the high-profile case of Jared Remy.

Kelley's Corner uncoordinated

New sidewalk construction outside Kelley's Corner planning process; consultant recommends against "re-envisioning" the intersection.

What is socialism and why is it so bad?

An overview of the problems of socialism and why a free-market economy works better.

Are You Following Acton's Water Conservation Schedule?

Anyone who violates the schedule may be subject to a $200 fine.

Are Politicians Overstepping in Support of Market Basket Boycott?

More than 30 elected officials in Massachusetts have come out in support of Market Basket workers and a boycott of the grocery store chain; in NH, officials hope the matter will be resolved soon.

MBTA Fares Increase 5 Percent

A new commuter rail operator also took over.

'Absurd' VA Blunder: Acton Vet Gets Appointment 2 Years After Death

Douglas Chase, who served in Vietnam, died from a brain tumor before he could get an appointment at the Bedford VA Medical Center.

Acton Sciences Company Gets $980,000 Loan from MLSC

Excellims Corporation is a biotechnology company that designs, manufactures and sells High Performance Ion Mobility Spectrometers (HPIMS) that bring the advantages of speed, resolution, sensitivity and field robustness to analytical applications in l

Sen. Eldridge and Committee on Housing Release Public Housing Reform Bill

An Act relative to local housing authority reform will enhance and revitalize local housing authorities through a series of governance reform measures.

Town Hosts Flag Retirement Ceremony

Dispose of your flag properly.

Did You Forget to Cash a Check from the Town?

The town is in possession of unclaimed checks.

Acton Memorial Day Parade Monday

The parade will proceed to Mt. Hope Cemetery, where a ceremony will be held.

Atheists Still Fighting 'Under God' in Pledge After Acton Couple Loses Lawsuit

The Massachusetts Supreme Court this month ruled against an Acton couple that filed a lawsuit demanding "under God" be removed from the Pledge of Allegiance.

Sheriff Koutoujian Recognizes Employee's Outstanding Work

Middlesex County Sheriff’s Department workers commended during National Correctional Officers Week.

Should Massachusetts Legalize Pot?

With the economic benefits of legalized marijuana working for Colorado, is our state next in line?

Elizabeth Warren Insists She’s Not Running for President

Conservation Commission, Council of Aging Meet This Week

Several meetings are scheduled in Acton during the first week of March.

Tree Removal, Scenic Roads Among Topics for Discussion at Week's Meetings

After being closed for Presidents Day, Town Hall is back open for business.

Several Acton Meetings Scheduled for Upcoming Days

Among the meetings in upcoming days is the Acton Sidewalk Committee and a site walk through.

Acton Officials Receive $40,000 Innovation Grant

The announcement was made on behalf of CrossTown Connect.

Acton State Representative Announces Re-Election Run

Jennifer Benson announced on Twitter that she pulled her papers for another campaign run.

Candidates for Acton Election Must Pull Papers by Friday

Papers must be pulled for this spring's election by Friday and returned by Monday.