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Bob Lawson: A life of adventure, music, and that distinctive beard Lawson, who died in December at 72, was a familiar face around Concord — and not only because of his Thoreauvian beard.

“That’s what impressed me. That is what made me fall in love. This is a man with skills and passion and interests.”
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Unopposed, not unmotivated: Candidates make their cases Drew Magliozzi, Stephan Bader, and Karlen Reed are charting disparate paths through a campaign cycle sans slings and arrows.

While the Select Board race simmers — and with a string of candidate forums scheduled next week — Drew Magliozzi, Stephan Bader, and Karlen Reed are charting disparate paths through a campaign cycle sans slings and arrows. Campaign update:
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Bob Lawson: A life of adventure, music, and that distinctive beard Lawson, who died in December at 72, was a familiar face around Concord — and not only because of his Thoreauvian beard.

"That is what made me fall in love. This is a man with skills and passion and interests.” Remembering Bob Lawson and Blue Jay Recording Studio:
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Concord Police log highlights: February 18-24, 2026 A Concord Bridge-curated list of police call log incidents and arraignment updates on recent arrests.

9:45 a.m. A caller reported a person on Thoreau Street carrying Mountain Dew and lying down in their building’s vestibule. The caller said they felt uneasy. The person was gone before police arrived. This and more ...
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Scammer posing as a cop in new telephone scheme Concord police urge residents to be on the alert after a telephone scammer posed as an officer and demanded money.

Don't fall for it, Concord.
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‘Our great treasure’: Tom Curtin’s Concord-Nanae legacy enshrined His wife, Susan, presented the town with two awards bestowed on Curtin by Japan’s top leaders.

Tom Curtin was the founding chairman of the Concord Nanae Network, the volunteer group that has sustained Concord’s sister-city relationship with Nanae since 1995.
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Grounds game: Candidates tap coffees, social media to woo voters Candidate coffees might be a Concord staple, but competitors in this year’s races are trying to branch out.

After divergent early approaches, both candidates in this year’s lone contested town race are trying to branch out.
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Groundhog or no, count on three more weeks of yard signs Harbingers of spring: sprouting daffodils, chirping robins, and, in Concord, political yard signs.

Harbingers of spring: sprouting daffodils, chirping robins, and, in Concord, political yard signs.
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A March for unity: 'Brighter Together' in photos Community members crafted lanterns and came together for a parade that organizers believe will foster connection.

Photos! 'Brighter Together' lanter parade shines a light on Concord Center. Images by Ken McGagh/The Concord Bridge
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CCHS limiting AP classes, spurring divergent opinions from students Some say the limit will ease stress and improve mental health. Others argue it will restrict academic freedom.

Some say the AP limit, set to start in the 2026-27 school year, will ease stress and improve mental health. Others argue it will restrict academic freedom and could push ambitious students to find workarounds.
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Town seeks $1.4M state grant to help fund CMS solar panels Officials say it’s an effort to reduce costs even though Town Meeting voters already approved borrowing for the project.

The solar project was previously approved in 2023 by Town Meeting voters, who authorized up to $7.5 million in borrowing to fund rooftop solar, parking canopy panels, and potential energy storage at the site.
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School Committee’s Michael Williams honored at State House The Black and Latino Legislative Caucus honored Williams on February 27 at the Black Excellence on the Hill Awards.

“Now more than ever, our communities lean on the tireless efforts of advocates like Dr. Williams who are constantly working hard to shape our schools and towns for the better,” state Rep. Carmine Gentile said.
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Trust, culture are a priority for Pats’ new baseball coach Derek Robbins says he will create a “good environment” in his new role at Concord-Carlisle High School.

“I think it’s more about being a good leader, a good role model, and I think that’s really what this program needs. That’s not speaking negatively about anything that’s come before me.” Meet CCHS' new baseball coach, Derek Robbins:
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CCHS boys take 2nd in MIAA Alpine, ​Remington wins slalom crown For the second straight year, Theo Remington took first place to reign as state champion in slalom.

#tcbsportssaturday: CCHS Alpine skiers sparkled at the Mass Bay West All-League Race. Among 16 teams and 212 skiers at Nashoba Valley, the boys rocketed to first place, and the girls sped to third. Read all about it:
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Select Board faces meetings complaints after adopting antisemitism definition Board members hoped acrimony would subside after the vote, but they now face Open Meeting Law accusations.

Select Board members hoped acrimony would subside after they voted to adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s antisemitism definition. The back-and-forth has continued — and members are now facing a set of Open Meeting Law complaints.
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These old houses: Adding green tech to historic homes The Concord Municipal Light Plant's first Mid-Winter Home Tour showcased local examples of modern tech adapted to older structures.

Running 21st-century tech in a 19th-century structure requires workarounds. As Concordians eye more sustainable systems, families like the Rovellis showcased how they’re figuring it green tech while preserving the character of their homes.
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Patriots wrestler Kyle Amouzgar heads to all-New England tournament A sixth-place finish secures Amouzgar an invitation to compete in Rhode Island this coming weekend.

The top-seven finish secures Kyle Amouzgar an invitation to compete in the New England Interscholastic Wrestling Championship at Providence Career & Technical Academy in Rhode Island this coming weekend.
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These old houses: Adding green tech to historic homes The Concord Municipal Light Plant's first Mid-Winter Home Tour showcased local examples of modern tech adapted to older structures.

Ethan Herberman, one of the CMLP heating and cooling coaches who work with homeowners considering green tech, underscored a town goal of cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 80% by 2050. He said 65% of Concord’s emissions come from buildings.
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Cultural handiwork: Author unravels Latvian mittens’ artistry, symbolism What started as a mother-in-law sharing her culture turned into a lifelong passion for Lizbeth Upitis.

What started as a mother-in-law sharing her culture turned into a lifelong passion for Lizbeth Upitis.
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Weathering a crisis: Volunteers help town gear up for emergencies "If we have a significant storm that impacts the area, we know what setting up the shelter is like now.”

The shelter required coordination among multiple departments. Fire, police, the Board of Health, human resources, and counseling staff all participated, alongside volunteers like Betty Knake.
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Walden’s Main Beach to reopen with lifeguards after 2025 closure Boardwalk construction could take another year after crews finish the bathhouse, per initial state estimates.

Suit up, Walden Pond fans (and aspiring lifeguards):
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The next round: Effort to make Wright Tavern a pub faces key hurdles Making Wright a working tavern again would require adequate funding and the blessing of its owner — First Parish in Concord.

As he pursues his vision of returning Wright Tavern to its historical legacy as a gathering place in Concord, Tom Wilson, chair of the Wright Tavern Legacy Trust, finds himself treading a fine line between preservation and business development...
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Reviews & Views: Epics about other epochs One consolation of the cold outside is that you have a good excuse to read a long book inside.

"There’s something about immersing yourself in a stream of words that makes us smarter, better, stronger." Our Fiona Stevenson with some epic read recommendations:
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Cool under pressure: 10-year-old hockey prodigy keeps his focus Milan Gaffron can hear his father cheering from the stands, but he never looks up. Discipline keeps his eyes trained on the puck.

A defenseman for the Minuteman Flames, 10-year-old Milan Gaffron has mastered the “clean kill,” a hockey term for breaking up a play without drawing a penalty. #tcbsportssaturday
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Amouzgar heads to MIAA All-State wrestling tourney Kyle Amouzgar, Ammar Bagasra, Max Bell, and Jonathan Lucas represented CCHS in the Division 2 MIAA Tournament last weekend.

Wrestlers Kyle Amouzgar, Ammar Bagasra, Max Bell, and Jonathan Lucas represented Concord-Carlisle High School in the Division 2 MIAA Tournament last weekend. #TCBSportsSaturday
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Boys hockey tops Dartmouth, heads to MIAA playoffs Multiple Patriots stoked the offense, including Joe Grasso and Declan Daley, who combined for three goals and three assists.

The Concord-Carlisle boys hockey team finished its regular season with a 7-4 home ice win over Dartmouth High School on February 18. #TCBSportsSaturday
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Gymnasts close out season with DCL meet The Concord-Carlisle/Waltham co-op girls gymnastics team placed fifth in its final competition on February 5.

Concord-Carlisle/Waltham co-op girls gymnastics closed out January with a team high score of 124.85 on January 28 and a high finish of second place on January 29 against Westford Academy. #tcbsportssaturday
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In home-and-home matchup, girls b-ball sweeps Lawrence The Patriots closed out their season by scoring a season-high 66 points and narrowly missing the MIAA playoffs.

Concord-Carlisle girls basketball took both ends of a home-and-home series with Lawrence, led by May Isenberg and senior captains Cam Bury and Nicole O’Reilly. #TCBSportsSaturday
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Money, MCI, age in play as Select Board race revs up Candidates Dean Banfield and Sam Hiersteiner are eyeing a gauntlet of public forums organized by local groups next month.

Select Board hopefuls Dean Banfield and Sam Hiersteiner are this year’s only town candidates facing off in a contested race.
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Bruce Freeman track crossing closes due to gate problems Mechanical malfunctions due to snow and road salt are to blame, a Commuter Rail spokesperson said.

Problems with the crossing’s mechanical gates due to snow and road salt are to blame, a Commuter Rail spokesperson said.
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