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Hello Lexington! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How did Lexington's high schools stack up in new state rankings?
  • Why Lexington just ranked No. 1 small city in America
  • See what Lexington homes on Cedar and Winthrop just sold for.

Also on today's calendar: The Best Flippin' Card Show Monthly Mixer and 12 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: An afternoon shower or two, with a high of 83 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and not as warm, temps: high: 71, low: 44.
  • Sunday: Periods of sun, with a high of 64 and low of 50 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Lexington Schools Ranked High In New Analysis (patch.com) — Lexington families can celebrate that both Lexington High School and Lexington Christian Academy earned top spots in Niche's new 2027 rankings of Massachusetts high schools. The analysis, based on extensive data and millions of reviews, highlights Lexington's strong academic reputation alongside other standout public and private schools statewide, helping parents compare options for their students' futures.
   

2. Lexington Lands High On Small City Rankings (patch.com) — Lexington just ranked No. 1 among more than 1,300 small U.S. cities in WalletHub's 2026 quality-of-life analysis, citing exceptional safety, schools, and very high household incomes. The study also notes Lexington's low crime and crash rates, putting the town ahead of other strong Massachusetts communities like Milton, Arlington, and Needham.
   

3. Real Estate Listings Week of October 2, 2026 (lexobserver.org) — Lexington homebuyers and homeowners can see several recent property sales, including addresses on Cedar Street, Winthrop Road, Marrett Road, and Bridge Street, with prices ranging from just over $1.1 million to $3.9 million. These transactions, all closed in mid-September, offer a snapshot of current market values and investor interest in Lexington's residential neighborhoods.
   

4. Boston Multifamily Developers Abandon High-Rise Towers (credaily.com) — Lexington has already approved more than 1,600 new housing units under its MBTA Communities zoning, including large projects on Hartwell Avenue that are moving forward with major construction financing. While Boston high-rise towers stall due to costs, developers are pivoting to suburban communities like Lexington, where cheaper land and new zoning are driving significant multifamily growth near transit.
   

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Ok Lexington! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig?" — Because he was such a boar! (Thank you Theresa H. for sending it in!)
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