News
Retired scientist shows it’s never too late for art and music
By Luke ActonRahul Ray pulls up an image of “Eternity’s Gate” by Vincent van Gogh and tells his students to sketch the despairing figure hiding his face behind a clenched…
Dudley Chateau outdoor ‘chatio’ vote delayed
The Select Board on Monday continued its hearing on a liquor license amendment to June 1 that would formalize outdoor food and alcohol service at the Dudley Chateau restaurant outdoor…
Less lawn, more life: the new look of Wayland gardens
By Jean MilburnOn Wayland’s quiet streets, a subtle transformation is underway. Where neatly trimmed lawns and rows of ornamental shrubs once dominated, more homeowners are replacing turf with clusters of…
Mixed reviews on new group discussed by HRDEIC
Human Rights, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee (HRDEIC) member Janot Mendler De Suarez introduced a new initiative called the Wayland Building Initiative Team at the group’s May 19 meetingThe team…
Public Safety Log
Monday, May 1112:07 a.m. — Police arrested Derrick James Todd, 53, 160 Glezen Lane, under a warrant to detain for temporary custody.11:43 a.m. — A caller from Kelsey Road called…
News Briefs
Raccoon bite at Town BeachThe Wayland Police Department is notifying residents of a raccoon bite incident that occurred at the Wayland Town Beach. A young child was bitten by a…
Wayland To Honor Our Fallen Heroes
Wayland, MA – The Wayland Public Ceremonies Committee is proud to announce the 2026 Wayland Memorial Day Program will be held on Monday, May 25, 2026. Brief tributes in remembrance…
Spate of resignations plagues Finance Committee
dave.watkins@waylandpost.orgA wave of resignations, non-renewals and potential departures from Wayland’s Finance Committee is raising broader concerns about civic participation and the long-term sustainability of one of the town’s most important…
Town Center strategizes to increase foot traffic
june.valliere@waylandpost.orgNew Town Center owner Graffito SP is hosting its first event as part of its strategy to increase foot traffic at the complex.Residents and store proprietors previously complained that Town…
Coming town retirement wave poses a challenge
dave.watkins@waylandpost.orgData shows a large cohort of Wayland town and school employees nearing retirement eligibility, increasing pressure on succession planning and knowledge transfer.Wayland’s workforce data point to a growing operational challenge…
