Chelmsford Testing Air Quality + Man Arrested On 7th DUI

Happy Saturday, Chelmsford! Here's everything you need to know going on in town today.

Are you a local business owner or marketer in Chelmsford? Our premium local sponsorships will keep you at the top of inboxes around town every morning. Contact us here for the lowdown.

First, today's weather:

Clear throughout the day. High: 77 Low: 56.

Here are the top stories in Chelmsford today:

1. Chelmsford awaits air quality test results for neighborhoods near two asphalt plants (Wicked Local)
2. Old Farmer’s Almanac Says A Cold, Snowy Winter Is Ahead In MA (Chelmsford Patch)
3. The Concord Museum is open with new galleries and exhibits (Wicked Local)
4. Billerica Man Arrested On 7th OUI Offense (CBS Boston)
5. Bridge work on deck at Billerica, Riverneck roads in Chelmsford (Wicked Local)
6. Construction at Billerica and Riverneck roads in Chelmsford (Wicked Local)
7. 32 Properties Sold In Wilmington In August (wilmingtonapple.com)
8. VIDEO: Wilmington Library Hosts Presentation On The Importance Of Pronouns (wilmingtonapple.com)
9. 1 Person Dead, 3 First Responders Injured in Maynard House Fire (NBC10 Boston)
10. Household Goods provides home furnishing to those in need (WCVB Boston)
11. Storage on-demand with MakeSpace and cleaning up with Clutter Clarity (WCVB Boston)
12. Tuttle: Remembering Ed Asner and his times in Lowell (Lowell Sun)
13. State gives go-ahead for new middle school in Tyngsboro (Lowell Sun)
14. Downtown Lowell City Council candidates debate on WCAP (Lowell Sun)
15. Labor Day 2021 Travel: Tips For Getting Out Of Chelmsford (Chelmsford Patch)

Chelmsford Patch Notebook

• Chelmsford Police Department: "Our thoughts are with the Connecticut State Police after one of their troopers perished after being swept away in a flash flood early this morning." (Facebook)
• Greater Lowell Chamber of Commerce: "Join the women of W.I.S.E at our Annual Meeting for a panel discussion about Women Uplifting Women! Panelists: Cathy Mercado, Merrimack Valley Hous..." (Facebook)
• South Row PTO: "Congratulations to everyone on getting through the first week of school - kids and parents alike! Enjoy your long weekend, you've earned it!" (Facebook)
• CYBL: "REGISTRATION IS OPEN! Go to this link to register for CYBL for the 2021-2022 season for both in-town and travel. http://www.cybl.net Please register ASAP in order to secure your spot. While we have been given the approval to schedule gym..." (Facebook)
• Chelmsford Public Library: "Don't forget, we'll be closed on Monday! Stop by Friday or Saturday to get everything you need for the weekend." (Facebook)
• Greater Lowell Chamber of Commerce: "Nominate someone who has made a difference in our community!" (Facebook)

From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Featured businesses:

• Luciana Calvin Photography — Chelmsford Family Photographer (Visit website)
• Add your business here

Events:

• MA Wills & Living Trusts: 5-Day Free Email Course (September 4)
• Erev Rosh Hashanah Seder: for All Ages (September 6)
• Singing with Parkinson's (September 7)
• The Basics of Estate Planning (September 9)
• Open House: Short Intro Classes (September 12)
• Add your event

Announcements:

• Harvest Fest (Details)
• Immanuel Church of Chelmsford has new Senior Pastor (Details)
• Bikram Yoga Burlington- NEW MEMBER SPECIAL (Details)
• Add your announcement

You're all caught up for today! I'll see you back in your inbox after the long weekend with another update. If you're enjoying these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to follow along. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— Annie Sandoli

About me: Annie has been a Boston-based writer since 2018, after graduating with her BA in Social Thought and Political Economy from UMass Amherst and ALM in journalism from Harvard University. She has worked as a freelancer throughout Massachusetts and as part of an editorial team in London, UK. Her interests include music and the arts, creative writing and literature, and topics of social and political justice. Annie covers Brookline, Newton, Waltham, Chelmsford and Westford. Email news tips to annie.sandoli@patch.com.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Chelmsford Daily? You can email me at annie.sandoli@patch.com.