Public Safety Updates: New Fire Chief Appointed, Temp Police Station

Chief Browne will begin in January; temporary police station opens first week of November

Burlington Volleyball Sweeps Wilmington; Swimmer Sets League Record at ML Meet

Burlington volleyball earns a clean sweep over Wilmington, while Woburn-Burlington swimmer Ryley McCarthy sets a new Middlesex League record in the 100 backstroke.

Understanding The Potential Tax Impacts from Burlington’s Upcoming Capital Projects

Learn how Burlington’s new school and police station projects may affect property taxes—and what relief options are available for residents.

Burlington Cross Country Tops Stoneham; Soccer and Field Hockey Battle Wilmington

Burlington’s girls’ cross country earns a home win over Stoneham as soccer and field hockey teams notch tight contests against Wilmington.

Letter to the Editor: Please Vote “No” on the New High School’s Debt Exclusion

Community member Matt Frost lays out potential tax impacts for the town's upcoming capital projects and says town should prioritize targeted improvements rather than demolition and reconstruction.

Burlington School District Performance Outpaces State, Reinforces Curriculum Changes

While Burlington students generally scored higher than the state average, overall state scores have yet to recover from the pandemic

Red Devils XC Team 2nd Going Into Post-Season

Soccer and field hockey are on the agenda for today after the boys' cross country team took a decisive victory on Tuesday.

Proposed Burlington High School Addition-Renovation Rests on Nov. 15 Special Election - What You Need to Know

A special election is planned for November 15 to see if Burlington's voters will approve a debt exclusion for funding for a new high school building.

Letter to the Editor: A Necessary Solution

Ways & Means Chair Doug Davison shares his perspective that the proposed addition-renovation at Burlington High School is the best most cost-effective.

Letter to the Editor: Burlington Special Election November 15

The Town Clerk announces the November 15 Special Election

Volleyball Edges Melrose in Thriller; Field Hockey Stays Competitive

Burlington teams fought hard Monday, with volleyball pulling off a dramatic win and field hockey and soccer turning in determined efforts.

Letter to the Editor: Say No to Debt Exclusion for Burlington's Fiscal Future

Long-time resident and member of Burlington Town Government Phil Gallagher urges residents to vote no on the debt exclusion at the special election on November 15

Sports

Football, Volleyball Deliver Strong Wins; Field Hockey Battles to a Draw

Burlington teams post standout performances heading into a busy week of Middlesex League matchups ahead of season's end.

Columns

A Community in a Box: How Honeybee Hives Work for the Survival of the Species

Columnist Bill Boivin takes us inside his honeybee hive to see how this communal insect helps its species carry on.

Community

New Clinic Offers Hope Where Traditional Mental Health Treatments Have Fallen Short

Lumin Health offers ketamine therapy that can help break through years of struggles in a comforting, psychiatrist-supported environment.

Sports

Red Devils Volleyball, Field Hockey Fall to Winchester

Burlington volleyball and field hockey teams drop home contests; teams take on Bedford & Stoneham this Friday & Saturday

Community

New PAC Aims to Support Candidates Before, During, and After Elections

Group aims to encourage and mentor candidates for elected office in Essex and Middlesex North Counties

Sports

Burlington Teams Fall to Melrose and Winchester; Volleyball, Field Hockey, and Swim Set for Thursday Action

Red Devils cross country and soccer teams fell to Melrose and Winchester, with volleyball, field hockey, and swimming taking the stage Thursday.

Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: Say No to a Half-Old Half-New BHS

Resident Sunil Prajapati implores residents to wait for a plan to build an entirely new school.

Sports

Volleyball rolls past Watertown as Season Nears a Close

Strong net play and depth lead the way as Burlington volleyball hits its stride

Community

Winter Utility Rates: Which Burlington Customers Will Save

One set of electricity customers in Burlington will see a break on their bill, even if they're locked into the town's negotiated rate.

Sports

Volleyball to Defend #7 Rank in Watertown

As the weather clears, cross country and freshman soccer have games scheduled, as well.

Sports

Red Devils Football Continues Strong Season

Football team stays undefeated with strong efforts on offense and defense; rain impacts Monday games

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Market & Moments: Burlington, MA, Real Estate Roundup, October 2025

Burlington’s real estate market remained a seller's market in September with 9 homes sold, rates dipping, and activity picking up late in the month.