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Concord Police log highlights: September 17-23, 2025

The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 16h

12:44 p.m. A Nashoba Road resident reported seeing two people inside her house, walking up the stairs, on her home camera... This and more in the latest Concord police log:
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A Concord Bridge-curated list of police call log incidents and arraignment updates on recent arrests.

For Blindness Awareness Month, Lions share a non-sighted world

The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 16h

Did you get a chance to check out the Lions Club event at the Concord Free Public Library ?
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Visitors to the Concord Free Public Library explored activities designed to highlight life with vision loss.

Signs of the times? Concern grows over yard placard thefts

The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 19h

Who's stealing Concordians' lawn signs and why?
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Yard signs are disappearing across Concord, prompting some in town to worry about free speech infringement.

‘Story of Schools’ nearing its debut via digital channels

The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 1d

The initial plan was to mail a print version of “Story of Schools” to residents in Concord and Carlisle. Now, the committee is pushing a digital rollout, supported by 100 printed copies for distribution at libraries, town offices, and community events.
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After several delays, the publication will soon leave its subcommittee for review by the full regional School Committee.

‘Trooper’ two-fer: Comedy franchise returns to Musketaquid for filming

The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 2d

As Concord still reaps the benefits of previous movies shot here, experts say "Super Troopers 3" is part of a larger rebound that could bring more bright lights.
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As the town still reaps the benefits of previous movies, “Super Troopers 3” is part of a larger rebound that could bring more bright lights.

AC fixed at Town House — in time for start of autumn

The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 2d

Stay cool, Town House:
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Regularly scheduled meetings have resumed after a broken air conditioning system forced workers to sweat it out or relocate.

Concord Observer: Remembrance of touchdowns past

The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 3d

Concord Observer Ken Anderson considers the middle school football of today, his own seasons on the field, and a time in between when the game's future in Concord seemed imperiled. Photo illustration: Kim Carpenter/The Concord Bridge
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Ken Anderson recalls fond memories of middle school football, both as a player and as an advocate.

CCHS field hockey scores late to edge North Andover, 1-0

The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 4d

More Patriots action this #TCBSportsSaturday as we continue rounding up #KicksForCancer: Victory for CC field hockey:
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The Pats shone on Kicks for Cancer Weekend, earning a win with tenacious defense and dogged, patient offense.

Firing on all cylinders, CCHS football routs Algonquin, 33-0

The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 4d

Your CC Patriots bounced back from two early-season losses to swamp Algonquin in the “Tackles for Cancer” game on September 26.
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The team bounced back from two early-season losses to swamp Algonquin in the “Tackles for Cancer” game on September 26.

The Concord Bridge honored for top-notch reporting, leadership

The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 5d

Congratulations, Concord: You have an award-winning local newspaper! #LocalNewsMatters
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The 2025 New England Newspaper & Press Association awards came just ahead of The Bridge’s third anniversary of its launch.

Edifice wrecks: Town juggles options for aging public buildings

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The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 5d

From the Ripley Administrative Building to the public works and public safety complexes, some of Concord's municipal buildings are in overcrowded, rough shape. How could properties like MCI-Concord play a role (or not) in addressing the need for change or growth?
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Some Concord public buildings are in rough shape. The town’s Land Use Working Group is stepping up talks about what to do.

Beer, brats, and benevolence at CCF’s first Oktoberfest

The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 5d

You can say "Prost!" while raising a stein at the Concord Carlisle Foundation’s inaugural Oktoberfest on October 4.
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The October 4 fundraising event “will celebrate the season, our shared spirit, and the bonds that connect us.”

Widening the circle, and expanding minds, through music

The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 6d

Radius Ensemble will begin its 27th concert season soon. Jennifer Montbach, who handles fundraising, programming, bookkeeping, and music selection, also performs as the group’s oboist.
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Jennifer Montbach thinks about music the way some chefs think about food — a concert must be planned like a balanced meal.

At Minute Man, town steps up to fill gaps after government shutters

The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 6d

For Concord Tourism Manager Beth Williams, the federal government shutdown couldn’t come at a worse time — peak tourism season at Minute Man National Historical Park.

For Concord Tourism Manager Beth Williams, the federal government shutdown couldn’t come at a worse time.

‘A great shame’: Federal shutdown hits Minute Man

The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 7d

#Shutdown: You can walk the trails at Minute Man National Historical Park. But the lots are closed, the bathrooms are locked, and the visitor centers are off-limits due to the federal budget stalemate in Washington, D.C.
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Appropriations officially lapsed Wednesday morning, plunging the nation into its first government shutdown since 2019.

Concord Police log highlights: September 10-16, 2025

The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 7d

8:57 p.m. A 7-Eleven staffer reported a person made worrisome comments to her and was crying on her shoulder. He was later charged with assault and battery on a police officer and disorderly conduct. This and more in the latest edition of the Concord police log:
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A Concord Bridge-curated list of police call log incidents and arraignment updates on recent arrests.

Autonomous flight company eyes 2027 move-in at Hanscom

The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 8d

Despite concerns from airport neighbors, Boston-based Merlin Labs announced last week that it will relocate to a former Navy hangar on the property and start operations in early 2027.
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Despite concerns from airport neighbors, Boston-based Merlin Labs announced that it will relocate to a former Navy hangar.

Autonomous flight company eyes 2027 move-in at Hanscom

The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 8d

Despite concerns from airport neighbors, Boston-based Merlin Labs announced last week that it will relocate to a former Navy hangar at Hanscom Field and start operations in early 2027.

Despite concerns from airport neighbors, Boston-based Merlin Labs announced that it will relocate to a former Navy hangar.

Keep on truckin’? Concord eyes the future of mobile food service

The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 9d

Some people loved those food trucks at Concord250. Others aren't so sure. “It hurts everybody,” Main Street Markets & Cafe Owner Dave Anderson said of the trucks’ impact on brick-and-mortar restaurants. What do you think?
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Locals were quick to praise the food trucks at the Concord250 celebrations; however, their role here is still up for debate.

In 250th’s wake, organizers reflect and retool for 2026

The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 9d

Five months later — long after the smoke from grills and cannons cleared — organizers are still parsing lessons from the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution.
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Five months later, leaders of a downsized Concord250 Executive Committee envision more low-key events next year.

Plans, police, priorities: Town begins budgeting for fiscal year 2027

The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 9d

Budget season has begun in Concord. Police staffing, public records, and contradictory planning documents are all in the spotlight. Money is still tight, and finance experts are probing Concord’s debt burden...
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Police staffing, public records, and contradictory planning documents are all in the spotlight.

Photos: CC girls soccer defeats L-S in dramatic Kicks for Cancer final

The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 10d

An incredible #KicksforCancer cliffhanger: CC girls soccer makes a dramatic comeback to defeat Lincoln-Sudbury, 2-1. Stunning photos by Ken McGagh:
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Sophomore Catherine Kilmartin scored to tie the match; junior Natalie Saak landed the gamewinning goal.

Photos: CC boys soccer falls to L-S in Kicks for Cancer battle

The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 10d

Amazing #KicksforCancer boys soccer photos by Ken McGagh:
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Junior Max Hepworth scored the lone CC goal with one minute to go in the match.

Reviews & Views: Reading al fresco — a Concordian's guide

The Concord Bridge @concordbridgema.bsky.social · 10d

"This lovely fall weather can gratify our instinct to soak up the sun before the shorter days come," writes our Fiona Stevenson. Check out her picks for autumnal outdoor reads:
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This lovely fall weather can gratify our instinct to soak up the sun before the shorter days come.