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Wellesley Fire Department proposes plan to replace century-old station with modern facility, possibly on North 40

Jack Schwed — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:14:11 +0000

The Wellesley Fire Department presented its Fire Station Master Plan at the June 2 Select Board meeting, which proposes building a new headquarters to replace the century-old Fire Station One […]

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Wellesley town government meetings for week of June 8, 2026: Wellesley High Evolutions update; MassBay land; Condo design

admin — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:54:59 +0000

A sampling of Wellesley, Mass., meetings and agenda items for the week of June 8, 2026: Board of Public Works (June 8, 5pm, online) Award Sewer System Rehabilitation Contract; Water Conservation […]

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Obituary: Dr. Renée Bennett O’Sullivan

admin — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:52:59 +0000

Wellesley MA – Dr. Renée Bennett O’Sullivan, M.D., F.A.C.S., the first female plastic surgeon in New England, passed away on May 30, 2026, at 96 years of age, leaving behind […]

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Wellesley High School’s graduation speakers call on Class of ’26 to show up and care

Maya Hazarika — Sat, 06 Jun 2026 20:03:53 +0000

Wellesley High School’s 157th Commencement Ceremony on Friday evening brought together graduating seniors, their families, and members of the WHS community. The WHS Band, conducted by Steven Scott, opened […]

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Big thanks for big fun—Hunnewell Fun Fair Committee celebrates sponsors

admin — Sat, 06 Jun 2026 15:00:17 +0000

SPONSORED CONTENT: The Hunnewell Fun Fair Committee extends a big THANK YOU to all the Fun Fair sponsors. A little rain couldn’t stop the community from getting out there and […]

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Graduating Wellesley High School seniors clap it out at Hardy Elementary

admin — Sat, 06 Jun 2026 13:19:13 +0000

Wellesley High Class of 2026 graduates who attended Hardy Elementary stopped by the primary school for a traditional clap-out ceremony ahead of getting their diplomas on Friday night. Of […]

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Take guided Mini-Grand Tour of Wellesley’s trails on Saturday, June 6

admin — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:51:16 +0000

The Wellesley Trails Committee has downsized its roughly 11-mile grand tour to a more manageable 6.5 miles, and invites you to join the event on Saturday, June 6 from 10am-12:30pm. […]

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A new chapter for a town treasure: Hills Branch Library undergoing major renovation

Deborah Brown — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:12:29 +0000

The historic Hills Branch Library, one of Wellesley’s most beloved public spaces, has officially closed its doors to begin a transformative interior renovation. The project aims to modernize the space […]

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Wellesley’s identity Is not negotiable

admin — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:02:25 +0000

To the editor: Wellesley did not become one of the most sought-after communities in America by accident. For generations, families have chosen this town over dozens of other fine suburbs […]

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Data-driven reasons for celebrating WPS and renewing Dr. Lussier’s contract

admin — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:01:53 +0000

To the editor: I’d like to share with the wider community my comments at a recent School Committee meeting. They are as follows: My name is Anna Rosefsky Saavedra. I’m […]

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