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Town urged to centralize finances
A report by the state Department of Revenue recommending that Arlington consolidate its financial operations is drawing fire from the town’s three-term treasurer, whose elected position would be converted to an appointed job under the proposal.
Hearing on proposal to allow in-law apartments
The Redevelopment Board will be discussing a Town Meeting warrant article that would allow homeowners to add an accessory apartment by special permit during its 7 p.m. meeting Monday, Feb. 13. Planning officials have posted the proposed zoning amendment online. Town of Arlington, 2/7/12
(A. Guzman )Arlington High freshman Marley Jurgensmeyer with her winning design, which will be used to promote the film festival's screenings in October.
Arlington High School lifts ban on school dances
With new rules about inappropriate dancing in place and the promise of more breathalyzers to weed out students who have been drinking, Arlington High School is lifting a moratorium on school dances put in place last fall.
Boston Globe, 02/10/2012
State delivers analysis of financial operations
The state Department of Revenue has recommended Arlington consider restructuring its municipal and school financial operations, in an analysis requested by local officials last year. A copy of the report has been posted on the town's website. Town of Arlington, 2/2/12
Chapdelaine to be next Arlington town manager
After receiving 40 applications for Arlington’s town manager job, selectmen voted unanimously Monday night to promote deputy town manager Adam Chapdelaine to the post. Chapdelaine, 32, will assume his new role on Feb. 24, when current Town Manager Brian Sullivan retires. Boston Globe, 2/9/12
Town details MBTA plans for cutbacks, ticket hikes
The town's website provides details about the MBTA's proposals for service cuts and rate increases to help close its budget deficit, and what the agency's alternative scenarios would mean for Arlington residents. Town of Arlington, 2/7/12
Snapshot: Checking alcohol content
According to state Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission figures, Arlington last year had 9.3 liquor sales licenses for every 10,000 residents, well below the state median figure of 16.5. Check out our interactive map and chart to compare communities across Massachusetts. Boston Globe, 2/9/12
- Others in the series: For past Snapshot features, click here and scroll down to the "Your town" section.
(Josh Reynolds for The Boston Globe)Since launching Quinn Popcorn 18 months ago, Coulter and Kristy Lewis have transplanted the operation from their Arlington home to a Woburn warehouse. Popcorn entrepreneurs keep ear to the crowd
It might sound corny, but entrepreneurial inspiration can pop up from almost anywhere. Arlington residents Coulter and Kristy Lewis say their startup grew out of their search for healthier microwave popcorn, and was assisted by social media sites. Boston Globe, 2/2/12
- PHOTO GALLERY Behind the scenes at Quinn Popcorn
Visiting Nurse agency cites need for hospice aides
The Arlington-based Visiting Nurse and Community Health organization, which provides services in 22 area communities, is seeking volunteers for its hospice care program.
Boston Globe, 2/2/12
Coach's winning formula? Add freshmen to mix
(Jon Chase for the Boston Globe)
After struggling to score this season, the Arlington Catholic boys' hockey squad may have found an answer in two freshman skaters, Jon Chase and Ryan Smith, who earned congratulations from junior teammate Brendon O'Connell (left) after one of his three goals against Austin Prep last weekend. Boston Globe, 2/2/12
- PHOTO GALLERY Providing a spark for Cougars
Speech specialist assists Giffords with recovery
Arlington resident Marjorie Nicholas has a personal link with former US representative Gabrielle Giffords in her ongoing recovery from a near-fatal shooting, helping the Arizona woman regain her language skills.
Boston Globe, 1/30/12
(Suzanne Kreiter/Globe staff)Arlington Fire Chief Bob Jefferson (left) gets a report from Deputy Fire Chief Jim Bailey on Sunday's rescue of a 3-year-old boy and his parents at Spy Pond. Accidents spur reminders on dangers of thin ice
Following a pair of weekend accidents on area ponds, one of them fatal, public safety officials have stepped up warnings about the dangers of venturing onto thin ice, and voiced frustration that some people remain heedless to the risks. Boston Globe, 1/24/12
Town launches 'Arlington Alerts' warning system
The town conducted a test of its new emergency notification system, Arlington Alerts, with automated phone messages sent to residents from 2 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 24. Officials said mobile devices can be added to the system online at www.arlingtonma.gov/subscriber. Town of Arlington, 1/25/12
Looking back at 2011, in brief
Headline-grabbing events included two displays of Mother Nature's power, Barney Frank's decision not to seek reelection, and the debate over the best place for a casino. Boston Globe, 1/1/12
Local Occupy groups see movement growing
Social activists in area communities are saying the eviction of Occupy Boston’s protesters may serve as a reenergizing event for the suburban movement.
Boston Globe, 12/15/11
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