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LOCAL NEWS, EVENTS & MUSINGS
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PZC Allows Path to Expansion for Existing Non-Conforming Businesses
Discover what this means for business owners of a specific type.
Apr 28, 20252 min read
When Good Intentions Aren’t Enough: Why the BOE’s Solar Decision Matters for All of Stafford
An Op-Ed from Selectman John Whetton.
Apr 26, 20256 min read
Stafford Budget Recap '25-'26
Need a recap before you go to the polls? Get caught up on the budget and what comes next.
Apr 25, 20252 min read
BOE Approves Reduced Budget, Using Debt Service Funds to Keep Positions
The BOE got creative to try and preserve positions in the reduced budget.
Apr 24, 20253 min read
Willington Nameplate Celebrates 60 Years in Business
Learn about 60 years of changes at Willington Nameplate.
Apr 23, 20253 min read
BOE Discusses Title VI Compliance
During the April 7, 2024, Board of Education meeting, member Aaron Hoffman made a motion to add a new item to the agenda: a discussion of...
Apr 17, 20254 min read
Cafe de Flore Brings a French Twist to Stafford
Explore Cafe de Flore, a small-town shop with a French-eclectic vibe.
Apr 14, 20253 min read
Stafford To Settle Over Burial Buses
Learn about the weirdest lawsuit I've ever had to report on.
Apr 11, 20253 min read
Selectmen Make Cuts to Proposed Budget
On Wednesday, April 9, 2025, the Board of Selectmen (BOS) met for a special meeting during which they discussed the results of the budget...
Apr 10, 20252 min read
BOE Debates Staff Cuts
BOE votes to terminate two tenured teachers for budgetary reasons.
Apr 9, 20253 min read
Voters Shoot Down Budget, BOF Cuts BOE Budget
Learn about the newly BOF-approved version of the budget.
Apr 9, 20256 min read
What is MS4 & Why Should Stafford Care?
Find out what could cost Stafford $20 -$30k per year.
Apr 8, 20252 min read
BOE Appoints Scott Sugarman Superintendent of Schools
Meet Stafford Public Schools' new Superintendent.
Apr 7, 20252 min read
Letter to the Editor: Show us what you’re for
Once the vote is over, what will you do to make Stafford a better place?
Apr 7, 20252 min read
Letter to the Editor: VOTE YES FOR OUR CHILDREN’S FUTURE
Read the latest Letter to the Editor in the run up to Stafford's budget vote.
Apr 6, 20252 min read
Systemic Changes Can’t Be Made At Budget Time
I’ve been involved in a lot of budget conversations lately, which I’m sure comes as no surprise. What keeps running through my mind is...
Apr 6, 20254 min read
BOS Adopts New Fire Inspection Ordinance
BOS votes to bring fire inspection ordinance in line with state regulations.
Apr 5, 20252 min read
Your Pre-Referendum Budget FAQs Answered
Have questions about the budget and all the talk you're seeing on social media? Here are the answers.
Apr 1, 202513 min read
Comparing 2025-2026 Budget Proposals
Comparing and contrasting Stafford's budget to similar towns.
Mar 29, 20253 min read
BOE Deficit Down, But Not Eliminated
The latest status update on the BOE's budget deficit.
Mar 29, 20252 min read
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