Topic: Community

School Recycling Efforts Get A Boost

Recycling programs are getting a boost in Arlington Public Schools with the recent hiring of a Sustainability Coordinator. Green Teams, students and parents who volunteer their time, are a vital

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Patriots’ Day & Parade Events 2017

On Patriots’ Day, Arlingtonians commemorate the spirit of the American Revolution with a series of festivities and reenactments. In 2017, a scheduling conflict with Easter Sunday means that many events

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Neighborhood House Construction Bylaws

  As Arlington tries to balance its residential construction boom with the preservation of its established neighborhoods, three warrant articles attempt to create a good neighbor agreement. APN’s Zach Merchant

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Snow Recovery Around Arlington

With the recent storms the past couple of weeks, public workers have been busy with the snow recovery. Public Work Director Mike Rademacher shares tips on how to help with

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Sanctuary Town

The growing national debate over undocumented immigrants turns local as Arlington debates becoming a sanctuary city – or in this case, a sanctuary town.

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Stories of 2016 Part II

Join Arlington Public News as we look back on the big stories of the year just past. From school and housing growth to Pokémon and a spot on Boston TV

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Stories of 2016 Part I

Join Arlington Public News as we look back on the big stories of the year just past. From school and housing growth to Pokémon and a spot on Boston TV

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You Speak | Holiday Wishes

As we approach the season of peace and joy we take to the streets to see what peoples wishes are for this holiday season. Here are some answers of residents from

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Arlington First Lights 2016

The town of Arlington in collaboration with the Arlington Chamber of Commerce hosted First Lights; a family event celebrating the start of the holiday season by lighting the trees in

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Arlington Food Bank

Arlington’s Food Bank is awaiting the holidays. The Bank is getting ready for the next few weeks by accepting donations and extra volunteers for the busy time of year. But,

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Veterans Day 2016

Arlington celebrates Veterans Day once again, but this year one particular group honors heroes with a prominent display. The town honors veterans during its lively parade, and one veteran is

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The Local Fare

Three individual business users share the same kitchen, but make their own unique concoctions. APN’s Heather Pearson has more on how this set-up has all the right ingredients. The Local

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Election Day 2016

Out of the 32,314 registered voters in Arlington MA, almost one-third of them voted early this year, but the majority of the voters wait until Election Day to cast their

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