The public spaces are being set up for outdoor dining and business use.
Here's a look back at the most-read stories on Arlington Patch this week.
Submissions Sought for Virtual Video and Photo Festival
East Arlington and Arlington Center will join the regional bike share system as part of Bluebikes' summer 2020 expansion.
The district this week released draft plans for in-person, remote and hybrid learning for elementary and high schools.
Leaders from 18 cities and towns signed a pledge Wednesday to address systemic racism in their communities and violence in law enforcement.
The district has a goal of selecting a candidate to succeed outgoing superintendent Kathleen Bodie by the end of the year.
RepHAIRations, which aims to be a place for community gathering, opened on Mass. Ave. on Juneteenth.
The NAACP said the Arlington Spy Ponders and the Winchester Sachems should "get ahead of pending state level legislation on mascots."
Here's how to apply to vote-by-mail in the Sept. 1 primary and the Nov. 3 presidential election.
A unit on Mass. Ave. is available to first-time homebuyers who are income-eligible.
Adventure Pub, which said its business relies heavily on groups gathering in person, has struggled to stay afloat during COVID-19.
Tick Season -- Prevention is the Best Weapon
Michael Moran, 40, is already in custody for an unrelated incident in Tewksbury.
The "parklet" options will be discussed at the July 20 Select Board meeting.
Data reviewed at a recent School Committee meeting showed students of color account for a disproportionately higher number of detentions.
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty has expanded into Arlington with the recent acquisition of Bowes Real Estate.
After problems were reported at some polls during the June 6 election, a hand recount took place Thursday.
Here's a look back at what happened in Arlington this week.
The Arlington theater is seeking $50,000 in donations and says without the support of Congress, many independent venues will shut down.
Steve McKenna & The Home Advantage Team Join Acclaimed Real Estate Firm, Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty
More than 2,000 jobs were retained due to the PPP loans that were under $150,000, according to data from the federal government.
The NY-based chain of frozen custard shops opened its first Arlington location last summer.
The U.S. Small Business Administration released the names of every company that received loans under the coronavirus stimulus package.
The town is seeking feedback on recommended amendments to the Zoning Bylaw and Zoning Map.
Officials have approved proposals to offer dining on Medford Street and Broadway and arts and fitness programs in parks.
Residents are advised to keep their pets away from Hill's Pond at Menotomy Rocks Park and not swim in the water.
The holiday falls on a Saturday this year, meaning it will be observed on Friday. That means some changes to local schedules and events.
Catholic Parishes of Arlington Reopen for Public Worship
The total number of cases has hovered around 300 as the town starts to reopen.
A proposal of up to 140 apartments, a quarter of which would be affordable, was unveiled at the Select Board meeting Monday.
Phased reopening of the town's libraries started last week with appointments for contactless pickup of books, DVDs and other materials.
Brick walks will be replaced with ADA-compliant surfaces, and crosswalks and ramps will be built in the town center.
Work will start at the intersection of Lake Street and the bike path next week and run through the end of August.
Members of the public may attend the recount, which will be held for the Select Board race and two Town Meeting races.
Issues were reported among voting machines during the June 6 election, leading to calls for a recount in some races.
The town has a goal of reducing greenhouse gas pollution to "net zero" by 2050.
The team behind the Arlington Center mainstay said the last few months have been "difficult in so many ways."
A recount has been requested for Town Meeting races in two precincts and the Select Board race, which was decided by 88 votes.