WACA-TV ASHLAND NEWS BLOG

Local News Update_ Ashland Budget and Town Meeting

Local News Update: Ashland Budget and Town MeetingThe town of Ashland is moving into a critical budget season, and your participation is vital to the community's future.FY27 Budget RecapA public forum regarding the FY27 Budget and proposed Operational Override was recently held on Thursday, March 26th, at the Select Board Meeting Room at Town Hall. If you missed the live discussion, you can catch up on all the details by watching the recorded meeting on the WACA-TV YouTube channel.Save the Date: Annual Town MeetingThe Annual Town Meeting is officially scheduled for:Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026Time: 7:00 PMLocation: Ashland High School AuditoriumThis meeting is where residents will vote on the town's budget and the operational override. If the override passes at Town Meeting, it will then move to a ballot vote during the Annual Town Election on Tuesday, May 19, 2026

ASHLAND TOWN MEETING 2025

ASHLAND TOWN MEETING 2025

NEWS Illuminate Downtown Ashland 2025

ASHLAND, MA — The annual Illuminate Downtown Ashland event on Saturday, December 13, 2025, successfully transformed the downtown area, bringing art, music, and community spirit to local businesses. Eleven businesses and organizations — including the Federated Church, The Bagel Table, and Needham Bank — opened their doors to host the performances, community art displays, and special acts that defined the evening. The event was a collaborative effort led by Annemarie's Dance Centre, the Town of Ashland, and Arts! Ashland Alliance. WACA TV Coverage The success of the event ' s success was captured by WACA TV, Ashland's local access station, which was provided on - site providing full coverage. To see all the highlights from Illuminate Downtown Ashland 2025, as well as essential town meetings and community programs, residents are encouraged to follow WACA TV on their social media and YouTube

Ashland Town Manager's newsletter

This WACA News Blog video is the Ashland Town Manager's newsletter, detailing local updates. It covers the Pond Streetscape project, July 4th closures, housing mandates (MBTA zoning vs. 40B), and an AI-based road condition survey. Also mentioned are a postponed recycling drop-off, a Girls Inc. STEM camp, town job openings, and a Back to School Night movie. The video pays tribute to former Police Chief Bob Gonfred and lists upcoming Town Manager Coffee Hours, the Summer Concert Series, a Christmas in July Book Sale, and donation needs for Corner Closet. It calls for Council on Aging and youth prevention volunteers, and highlights library events. Residents are encouraged to subscribe to the Town Manager's newsletter and follow WACA_TV Ashland for community updates.

WACA TV NEWS VLOG June 4 2025

WACA TV NEWS VLOG June 4 2025 Don't miss out on the latest happenings in Ashland, Massachusetts! Tune into the WACA TV NEWS VLOG for June 4, 2025, to catch up on exciting community news, from the Habitat for Humanity groundbreaking to upcoming local events like "Pups on the Spot" and the "Summer Kick-Off!" Stay informed about youth sports, library events, and important town updates. For even more breaking news and community highlights, be sure to follow WACA TV on social media and subscribe to the Ashland MA Town Manager's weekly newsletter!