Newbury Conservation Commission Closes Hearing on Central Street Wetland Crossing
Newbury Conservation Commission closes public hearing on Central Street housing wetland crossing, deferring decision to June 2.
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Newbury Senior Center Article Loses at Town Meeting by Just 10 Votes
Newbury's Council on Aging lost its Annual Town Meeting architect-funding article by just 10 votes, pivoting now to a combined senior center and Town Hall facility.
Newbury Library Board Rejects Sole Director Applicant, Widens Search Through State Agency
Newbury's Library Board restarted its director search after its only applicant lacked required librarian certification.
Newbury Select Board raises building permit fees for first time in a decade
Newbury Select Board approves first building permit fee increase in roughly 10 years, projects $20,000 in new annual revenue.
Newbury Planning Board Grants Solar Permit Two-Year Extension, Clears Storage Sale
Newbury Planning Board approves solar permit extension and self-storage transfer in May 6 remote session.
Newbury Library Board Begins Director Search After June 4 Resignation Deadline
Newbury Library Board moves to fill director vacancy opening June 4.
Newbury Town Meeting Approves $27 Million Budget, New Taxes, and Historic District
NEWBURY — May 5, 2026 — Newbury Annual Town Meeting approves $26.9 million FY2027 budget, rejects senior center study, and passes voluntary nonprofit tax bylaw. Voters at the May 5 meeting approved a $26,948,625 operating budget representing a 4.6 percent increase over FY2026, including a $250,000 draw
Newbury Conservation Commission Authorizes Stormwater Review for 44-Unit MBTA Housing Development
Newbury Conservation Commission authorized an independent stormwater review for a proposed 44-unit MBTA housing development at 34 Central Street and scheduled a second May meeting to manage a growing agenda.
Newbury Library Plans September Centennial Event with Time Capsule Resealing
Newbury's public library is planning a centennial celebration for September 5, marking 100 years of service and 25 years in its current building.
Newbury Planning Board Continues Byfield Subdivision Hearing, Eyes May Vote
Newbury Planning Board continues Byfield subdivision hearing amid Church Street traffic safety concerns.