Local Government
State of Water Emergency Declared in Burlington
Dry conditions have led to the opening of the town's emergency connection with the MWRA; outdoor watering restrictions are in place until further notice.
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Columns
Birds, Nets, and Rainforest Nights: An Expedition on Panama’s Pipeline Road
Columnist Bill Boivin describes an expedition deep in Panama’s rainforest, where he and wife Jane helped study tropical birds, embracing wild nature firsthand.
Burlington Stream Cleaning Program Keeps Waterways Clear, Urges Residents to Stop Illegal Dumping
Burlington’s Conservation staff is clearing local streams of trash—14 tires, an engine, even a swing set—and urges residents: never dump in drains or wetlands.
Schools
Burlington Students Show Strong Growth in Reading and Math, Outperform State and National Averages
Burlington students exceeded state and national benchmarks in reading and math, with strong year-over-year growth, especially in elementary grades.
Local Government
Burlington Select Board Weighs First MBTA Communities Housing Proposal
Developer seeks zoning density and height change, sparking debate on density, traffic, and community benefits
Partner Story
Tick populations have surged in the Northeast. Here’s how to keep you and your pets safe this summer.
Reducing your risk of tick-borne disease transmission comes down to awareness, prevention, and monitoring.
Local Government
Civic Engagement Takes Center Stage in Burlington's Government Review
Low voter turnout and lack of diversity in leadership emerge as key concerns as committee begins charter examination process
Northeastern's Burlington Campus Celebrates Innovative Career Development Program
The Northeastern College of Professional Studies Pathmaker program offers an alternative pathway for learners and a career pipeline for businesses.
Community
Community Celebrations: Quock Walker Day/Massachusetts Emancipation Day
On July 8, Massachusetts celebrates Quock Walker Day, also known as Massachusetts Emancipation Day.
Community
Fl!p Circus Adds to Burlington Mall Experiential Lineup
New features this summer represent the latest in the town's attempt to bring experiential retail to Burlington's commercial sector.
Local Government
Town of Burlington to Use New Payment Processing Center
Burlington residents will need to update autopay addresses to avoid delays
Community
Burlington Student Receives State Language Honor
Recent Shawsheen Tech graduate, Ronan Dewar, receives a prestigious award for language and cultural competency