Arlington Receives $100K Competitive Green Communities Grant

Three town buildings will receive improvements through the grant, utility incentives, and town matching funds.

Arlington Targeting Invasive Species With 'Pink Plants’ Campaign

The campaign raises awareness about the impact of invasive species and the importance of ecological land management.

A Record Number Of Arlington Residents Attended Town Day 2022

Town Day presented a wide variety of activities and services and hosted over 200 booths.

Arlington’s New Community Electricity Contract Increases Renewable Energy Use

Under the new contract, the default percentage of extra renewable energy for the Local Green product will increase from 11 to 30 percent.

Teresa Marzilli Named Arlington's First Community Outreach Coordinator

Marzilli will work with the DEI director to design and implement comprehensive and inclusive community outreach and engagement strategies.

Tim Ross Named Arlington's First ADA Coordinator

As the new ADA Coordinator, Ross will work to ensure accessible practices for capital projects, events, programs, and policies.

Arlington Awards $860K In Grants To 22 Small Businesses, Nonprofits

The Transformative Growth Grants Program is helping businesses and nonprofits that were impacted by COVID-19 plan for future growth.

Anna Litten Appointed As Arlington’s New Library Director

Litten has served as Arlington’s Assistant Library Director since 2018.

Crack Sealing Work To Begin On Arlington Roads

Work began on Tuesday and is expected to be completed by the end of the week.

Arlington Releases Affordable Housing Action Plan Draft

All community members community are invited to read and provide feedback on the draft plan through October 3.

Arlington, Nearby Towns Receive $340K Grant To Combat Extreme Heat

The initiative, called "Beat the Heat: Wicked Cool Outdoors," will address heat islands in the region.

How Arlington Voted In The 2022 MA Primary Election

According to the town clerk, 32.5 percent, or 10,461, of Arlington’s 32,120 registered voters cast ballots in the Sept. 6 election.

Harmful Algal Bloom Identified At Lower Mystic Lake In Arlington

Health officials are residents not to swim or stand in the water and keep pets away from it.

Activities & Events For Arlington Seniors This September

The Arlington Council On Aging is located in the Senior Space Arlington Community Center at 27 Maple Street on the ground and first floors.

2022 Arlington Primary: Everything To Know About Sept. 6 Election

Thousands have already voted in the first Massachusetts primary election with new voting rules in place.

Meet Arlington’s New Town Manager On Sept. 8

Sandy Pooler formerly worked as the town’s Deputy Town Manager/Finance Director​ and started his new position on June 18.

Arlington Dives Into Townwide Playground Renovations

New equipment is being installed at the Bishop, Stratton, and Pierce​ playgrounds, among others.

Arlington’s Robbins Farm Playground Receives $997K For Renovations

The current playground was recently inspected due to reported playground safety concerns by residents.

Arlington Finalizes Age & Dementia Friendly Action Plan

Following several years of research and planning, the final action plan was accepted by the Arlington Select Board in June.

Zero Waste Arlington Announces Launch Of Website

The website will aid the town committee in its efforts to foster greater participation in all forms of waste reduction in Arlington.

Renovation Of Arlington’s Parmenter Playground Underway

The renovations will include two small embankment slides and new climbing structures.

Arlington To Conduct Playground Safety Checks This Fall

The playgrounds up for inspection include Buzzell Playground, Hibbert Playground, and Summer Street/Hills Hill Playground.

Arlington Will ‘Vigorously Defend’ Itself Against Civil Rights Lawsuit

The lawsuit claims that Somerville resident Donovan Johnson was racially profiled by APD officers in February 2021.

Claire Ricker Named Arlington’s New Director Of Planning & Development

Ricker will start her new role on Monday, September 19.

Arlington Police Officer & K-9 Recognized At Boston Red Sox Game

Officer Mike Hogan and K-9 Eiko attended the Aug. 9 game and were honored as Service Dog of the Game.

Arlington's FY24 CPA Preliminary Applications Now Available

The CPA raises raises an estimated $1.8 million in funding annually via a tax surcharge and state funds.

Renovation Of Arlington’s Hurd Field To Begin Aug. 22

The project will require the restriction of access through the field and the closure of a portion of the parking lot.

Michael Mason Named Arlington's New Deputy Town Manager

Mason is currently Chief Financial Officer for the Arlington School Department.

Arlington Celebrates DPW Project Milestone With Topping Off Ceremony

The ceremony commemorated the project’s continued progress with the placement of the last steel beam, marking a major milestone.

Town Of Arlington Hiring Poll Workers For Upcoming State Elections

The next two elections are the State Primary on Tuesday, September 6 and the State Election on Tuesday, November 8.

Arlington Center Sidewalk Project Now Complete

The Arlington Center Sidewalk Project is one component of ongoing improvements to the Mass Ave corridor.

Arlington Warns Residents Of Harmful Algal Bloom At Hill’s Pond

Health officials are strongly advising residents not to swim or stand in the water and keep pets away from the pond.

Here’s What Arlington Will Get In Latest State Budget

The town will receive $8,788,270 in unrestricted funding and $15,893,365 for public schools.

Utility Work Planned For Lake Street In Arlington

The work began on Monday and will continue through Friday, July 22.

13 Arlington Organizations Receive Community Development Block Grants

Thirteen applicants were selected to receive a total of $1,090,804 in grants for 17 projects.

Arlington Finance Committee Announces New Leadership

The officers elected were Christine Deshler, Chair, along with Darrel Harmer, Annie LaCourt, and Alan Jones, Vice-Chairs.

Arlington's St. Camillus Parish To Host Electronics Recycling Event

The event will be held on Saturday, July 30 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the church's parking lot.

Arlington Officials Release Open Letter On Gun Violence, Safety

The letter recognizes recent events involving gun violence and asks community members to take extra precautions to keep Arlington safe.

'Electrify Arlington' Campaign Will Support Town's Climate Change Goals

Arlington’s 2021 Net Zero Action Plan, endorsed by the Select Board, commits the Town to achieving net zero GHG emissions by 2050.

Arlington Fire Department Welcomes Eight New Firefighters

Arlington graduates were part of two separate classes, 301 and 302, that graduated on May 20 and June 24, respectively.