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Learn MoreHealey, Markey carry Wayland as 62.7% of voters turn out
Wayland voters backed Gov. Maura Healey and U.S. Sen. Edward J. Markey by wide margins in Tuesday's state election and split almost evenly on a statewide ballot question that would allow single-family homes on smaller lots, according to unofficial results released by the Town Clerk's office.
Turnout was 62.7%, with 6,752 of the town's 10,765 registered voters casting ballots across Wayland's four precincts.
Wayland gets into the Halloween spirit
Wayland embraced Halloween this year, with town staff, families and neighbors turning out in costume…
Prop 2½ override may not be needed after all
By Wayland Post staff Wayland could avoid a new operating override for fiscal 2028, but…
Wayland voters cast their ballots
Wayland voters went along with the state in most of the contested races during the…
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Unofficial election results: candidates for office
64 viewsWayland voters went along with the state in most of the contested races during the midterm elections on Nov. 3. CandidateTotalPrecinct 1Precinct…
Colorful mural overwrites memory of graffiti at pool
29 viewsFollowing two incidents of hateful graffiti at the Wayland Community Pool, including a racist message and a swastika, residents, students, and local…
Community
Real Estate Transactions: September 25 – October 30, 2026
35 viewsSeptember 25 - October 30, 2026 DATEADDRESSSELLERBUYERSALE AMT.9/25/202617 Wadsworth LnKaterina Ostrovsky Revocable TrustMcCreery, Michelle R.$1,100,0009/30/20266 Brewster RdMichele B. Levine TrustHouseknecht, Derek P.…
John Carroll
32 viewsJohn Kevin Carroll, 88, formerly of Martha’s Vineyard, died peacefully, in the care and comfort of his family, on Oct. 15. He…
Sports
Girls’ soccer team jells with new and returning players
611 viewsSometimes in team sports, it isn’t who can score the most or defend the best that determines wins and losses — it’s…
Sports roundup: football boosts season record to 5-1
436 viewsNew England Revolution defender Mamadou Fofana spent time with Wayland Youth Soccer on Oct. 5, helping lead a training session and connecting…
PFAS levels in two wells exceed proposed limits
While Wayland’s filtered drinking water meets current Massachusetts and federal regulations for PFAS compounds, water from the Chamberlain and Baldwin wells exceeds…
Health survey questions teens on sleep, technology
Results from MetroWest Adolescent Health Survey, administered to students in grades 6-12 in fall 2025, show that nearly three out of four…
Draft plan proposes extending sewer service
While answering questions about the draft 2026 Wayland Hazard Mitigation Plan for the Select Board on Oct. 19, Fire Chief and Director…
When Grand Prix racing came to Wayland
Alan Bemis’s first competition in a Grand Prix auto race did not go well. Bemis, an MIT professor and an heir to…
Students find different routes to cross-country success
They’ve taken different paths, but juniors Ava Miller and Brandon Hopps have both arrived at the top of their cross-country teams this…
School Committee plans for next academic year
The school committee covered MCAS assessment data, the Gossels Fund for Academic Excellence, the superintendent’s evaluation, and the Loker Music Pilot at…
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Spotting (and protecting) birds and their habitats
Wayland’s fields, forests, and wetlands provide a variety of habitats for birds, making the town a popular destination for local bird watchers.…
Did you know?
The Mansard house, named after its roof style, was one of the most popular houses in Wayland during the 1800s. There are…
A celebration of comfort and thanks
A celebration of comfort and thanks The Claypit Hill PTO celebrated Wayland’s first responders during First Responder Appreciation Week, Sept. 9–11, with…
Student wins academic recognition
Student wins academic recognition Wayland resident Molly Bergeron was accepted into the Honors College at the College of Charleston this fall. Bergeron…
Laurie Pimentel, director of Carriage House at Lee’s Farm, is honored
The Massachusetts Assisted Living Association presented Carriage House at Lee’s Farm Maintenance Director Laurie Pimentel the 2026 Facilities and Maintenance Award. Northbridge…
Academic achievements
Academic achievements The following Wayland students were recognized at their respective colleges for their spring 2026 studies: • Georgia Tech: Andrew Boyer…
Sports roundup: football remains undefeated
The Wayland Warriors continued their strong start to the season on Oct. 2 with a dominant 27-0 victory over Waltham. The Warriors…
Johansson finds his way as starting quarterback
Through the four games of his senior season, Wayland High School quarterback Mikey Johansson has connected on 67% of his passes. And…
Sports roundup: cross-country teams sweep Boston Latin
In girls’ varsity cross country on Sept. 16, the Wayland duo of Ava Miller and Ivy Robertson took over the top two…
Klyberger trades the tennis court for the soccer pitch
It’s not often you see a high school athlete quit a sport when they’re at the top of their game. But that’s…
Schwendt finds ultimate satisfaction on frisbee team
Just imagine the heights Preston Schwendt could have achieved in ultimate frisbee at Wayland High School had he committed to the sport…
Wayland youth soccer teams shine in post-season
Wayland Youth Soccer’s Spring 2026 season came to an end in June. With 28 intramural teams (K-2) and 29 travel teams (grades…
Deborah Center
Deborah Ann Center, 58, of Reading, passed away unexpectedly Oct. 24. Born in Waltham and…
Susan Karelitz
Susan (Lich- tenberg) Karelitz of Wellesley and Mashpee, formerly of Wayland, died after a long…
Correction
Correction In the Select Board Municipal Meeting Recap in the Oct. 9, 2026, issue of the Wayland Post,…
Observing Overdose Awareness Day
(Editor’s note: Overdose Awareness Day is Aug. 31.) To the Editor: This is the 25th year of International…
Letters to the Editor
Unhappy with Loker music cutback plan To the Editor: As a former instrumental music specialist in a nearby…
Kudos to the Wayland Post staff
To the Editor:There aren’t enough words to express my gratitude to Dave Watkins and Brad Spiegel, Carole Plumb,…
Public Safety Log
Monday, Oct. 19 Nothing to report. Tuesday, Oct. 20 7:27 a.m. — A two-vehicle accident at the Trinitarian Congregational Church,…
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Monday, Oct. 5 6:55 a.m. — A caller from Moore Road reported that her vehicle hit a turkey. Animal Control…
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Monday, Sept. 21 9:34 a.m. — Police received a report from DPW of property damage at Lakeview Cemetery, 90 Commonwealth…
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Monday, Sept. 7 8:01 a.m. — A caller from Plain Road reported wires down across the roadway. Eversource was notified.…
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