New operating hours for Town Hall begin during six month pilot program
A pilot program that modifies operating hours at Town Hall has officially begun.
Public hearing for FY26 schools budget to open Monday
A public hearing for the FY26 budget for Westford Public Schools is scheduled to open on Monday.
The Sunday News – 2024 Year in Review
Enjoy the Dec. 29, 2024 edition of WestfordCAT’s Sunday newsletter – a digital magazine of all the top stories of the week.
The Sunday News – Dec. 22, 2024
Enjoy the Dec. 22, 2024 edition of WestfordCAT’s Sunday newsletter – a digital magazine of all the top stories of the week.
Cat saved from drowning in half-frozen Nabnasset Lake by good Samaritans
Two good samaritans on Tuesday saved a cat from drowning in a frozen Nabnasset Lake, according to Animal Control.
Select Board to consider PILOT agreement for 35 Town Farm Road project
The 35 Town Farm Road property, slated to be repurposed as senior housing, faces another critical step as the Select Board is scheduled to approve the project’s PILOT agreement on Tuesday.
Twomey reviews, presents recommendation for Westford Academy graduation requirements
Westford Academy Principal Daniel Twomey on Monday outlined new proposals for Westford Academy graduation requirements, which could increase student choice in scheduling.
The Sunday News – Dec. 15, 2024
Enjoy the Dec. 15, 2024 edition of WestfordCAT’s Sunday newsletter – a digital magazine of all the top stories of the week.
J.V. Fletcher Library to temporarily move off-site during renovation
The J.V. Fletcher Library will temporarily move off-site next year during its renovation.
Library to apply for waiver from state oversight board
Amid a failed Proposition 2 1/2 override and subsequent budget cuts, the J.V. Fletcher Library has reduced hours to a level that is noncompliant with state funding standards.
Town seeks volunteers to serve on several boards and committees
The Town of Westford is seeking volunteers to serve on several open board and committee seats.
Town FY26 budget closes gap on previously projected shortfalls
Earlier this year, town officials forecast a $4.08 million budget gap amid a failed $6.8 million Proposition 2 1/2 override. The proposed FY26 budget proposal closes several projected budget gaps through new revenue and increased efficiencies.