Political feud at airport escalates
Town manager halts municipal services at the airport after court ruling ordering him to stop interfering in airport operations.
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A “Come Fly with Us” Education Foundation Gala
Plus, an Allman Brothers tribute, the Swap Shop reopens, a fresh look at lilacs, and many more happenings.
Shuttered Benny’s may become assisted living facility
New buyers are expected to announce mixed-use renovations, including assisted living, commercial, and green space. Pioppi’s Liquors will remain.
Group announces effort to abandon Town Meeting
After a similar effort failed in 2022, organizers want another Charter Commission to reconsider sweeping changes in local government.
Charged with faking death, woman pleads not guilty
Shannon Wilson is charged with claiming she had terminal cancer to win sympathy and avoid charges
Downtown changes bloom with spring
New businesses include a children’s boutique, a coffee shop, and an upscale brunch restaurant. Plus, an update on the John Carver Inn makeover.
Swap Shop to reopen, offering free recycled goods
Plus, a Spring bird walk, grab-n-go dinners, the full ‘flower’ moon, and many other happenings.
Van Cott admits to schools’ fraud scheme
Federal authorities agree to a prison term of less than a year in exchange for the guilty plea, which now must be approved by a judge.
Fatal crash closes State Road for hours Friday
It is the second deadly crash on the dangerous stretch of road in six months.
The Philharmonic given 3-year deal at Memorial Hall
The Select board on Tuesday also approved a reorganization at Town Hall and discussed a censure rule for misbehaving officials.
Feds charge fired school official with fraud
Patrick Van Cott is accused of taking food and equipment from schools for use at his own Snack Shack.
There are 84 houses for sale in town. Thirty-seven are priced at $1 million or more.
The local real estate market rebounded modestly last month, but inventory remains low.
Afghan teenager ordered released on bond
The 19-year-old’s case had become a national cause for opponents of federal immigration policy. He was being detained in a federal lockup at the Plymouth County Correctional Facility.
Town Meeting member slammed for outburst
Jeff Fosdick apologizes and resigns as vice chair of Precinct 11 after ‘crass and inappropriate’ comment.
Hedge letters to be read in period setting, candlelight
Plus, a poetry open-mic night, a sequel to ‘Devil Wears Prada,’ a fine art photography exhibit, folk trio the Wailin’ Jenneys, and many more happenings.
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Town Manager ordered to back off at Airport
A judge for now sides with Airport Commissioners who are suing the town over alleged meddling by Town Manager Derek Brindisi.
A negative sign for the Select Board race
‘Can Canty’ introduces a more aggressive campaign tactic.
Identify fraud case dropped against Border agent
Posing as Town Manager Derek Brindisi, the agent emailed police to complain about cars decorated with Christmas lights.
Neighbors’ protests fail to stop Pulte condo project
The town Zoning Board approved the project, one of the last remaining hurdles before construction begins.
Town meeting codifies ICE restrictions, rejects Town Square rehab
A 9-hour marathon session also decided to protect employee retirement benefits and the annual July 4 and Thanksgiving celebrations.
Ms. Vicky’s Plymouth Tours reopens for the summer
Plus, pop-up law library, rubber duck decorating, the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, the Herring Run Festival, and many more happenings
Town Meeting to decide contentious issues
A fiscal cliff means spending is a hot topic, but ICE policy sparks controversy.
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