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Posted on: March 31, 2023

Vulnerable Road Users Laws

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New Massachusetts laws to increase road safety go into effect on Saturday, April 1. 

The Vulnerable Road Users laws include measures to help make all roadways safer for everyone, and especially for individuals who use transportation other...

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Posted on: March 31, 2023

REMINDER: Dog License Renewals Due by April 1

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REMINDER: Dog License Renewals are due by Saturday, April 1! No fooling.

Please renew your dog's license by the deadline to avoid a late fine. 

Licenses should be renewed through the Town of Wellesley’s online system if possible....

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Posted on: March 31, 2023

Wellesley Town Hall Move is April 5-7

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We're Moving!

Wellesley's historic Town Hall building will close on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, to begin a planned 18-month interior renovation. 

Town Hall staff and offices are temporarily relocating to 888 Worcester Street (Route ...

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Posted on: March 30, 2023

Real Estate Tax Payments Due

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Real estate and personal property tax bills for the 4th Quarter of Fiscal Year 2023 are due on Monday,  May 1. Homeowners are encouraged to pay bills online.

Wellesley offers an online payment system through the Town website. Many taxpayers alread...

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Posted on: March 29, 2023

RDF Spring Updates

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The Wellesley Recycling and Disposal Facility (RDF) will resume Sunday hours beginning on Sunday, April 2. Sunday hours are 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and will continue through late fall. 

Mark your calendars for these other upcoming events:

  • Paint Col...
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Posted on: March 24, 2023

Public Hearing on Local Flood Management on April 11

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Learn about flooding in the Charles River watershed and give input on possible solutions. Attend a Zoom public hearing on Tuesday, April 11 at 7 p.m. hosted by the NRC and the Charles River Watershed Association.

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Posted on: March 23, 2023

MBTA Launches New Speed Restrictions Dashboard

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MBTA riders have a new tool for up-to-date information on speed restrictions across the system. A recently launched online dashboard provides transparent and timely information for customers.

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Posted on: March 17, 2023

Health Department Keep Well Clinics

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The Health Department offers weekly Keep Well clinics for residents. 

Services include:

  • Blood pressure check and monitoring
  • Review medications with a nurse
  • Learn about important health topics
  • Learn about healthy lifestyle practices
  • Have your health que...
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Posted on: March 15, 2023

MWRTA New Fare System Launches May 1

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The MetroWest Regional Transit Authority (MWRTA) will launch a new fare collection system on May 1 to help make payments easier and more efficient, and improve service. This system will be used on the CatchConnect and Fixed Route Bus service.

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Posted on: March 13, 2023

Official FINAL Results for the March 7, 2023 Annual Town Election

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The final official results for the March 7, 2023 Annual Town Election are available online. All eligible ballots have been counted. The next Wellesley election will be in March 2024. 

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Posted on: March 10, 2023

Spring CPR & Water Safety Classes

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The Wellesley Police Department is hosting CPR & Water Safety classes this spring, in partnership with the American Red Cross. 

Classes are planned for Tuesday, April 25 and Thursday, April 27. Participants must be at least 16 years old.&n...

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Posted on: March 7, 2023

Annual Town Election March 7, 2023 - UNOFFICIAL Results

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The UNOFFICIAL Results for the March 7, 2023 Annual Town Election are available online. The unofficial results include all ballots by voters either in-person at the polls or by mail received by 8:00 PM on Election Day. The results do not include write-ins...

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Posted on: February 28, 2023

Spring 2023 Traffic Box Artists Wanted

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More artists are needed to paint Wellesley traffic signal boxes this spring!

To help make our community even more colorful and enhance the visual experience for Town residents and visitors, the Wellesley Public Art Committee (PAC) is working with the Welle...

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Posted on: February 13, 2023

Wellesley Police Launch New UAV Program

The Wellesley Police Department has launched a new Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) or 'drone' program.  This video outlines what a UAV is and how it will be used by the Wellesley Police Department.

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