Blackstone selectmen greenlighted a $10,000 peer review for a proposed earth removal operation at 202 Elm Street by Kimball Sand & Gravel, operating as Mill River LLC, and unanimously signed the 2026 Annual Town Election warrant. Collector/Treasurer Matt Ryan warned that proposed state legislation
Blackstone advances planning for Semi-Quincentennial (250th anniversary) celebration with state emergency management guidance. The Board discussed sponsorship packages with a $15,000 to $20,000 top-tier range, parking logistics with off-site shuttle from JFK/AFM School, and noted police officers
Blackstone Selectmen approve National Grid utility pole on Mendon Street near Lincoln and Milk Streets. The Board voted unanimously to allow the pole installation to support equipment reducing power outages. In separate action, the Board voted 4 to 1 to accept $12,500 in Semi-Quincentennial
Blackstone Selectmen voted 3 to 1 to allow DDM Cannabis to open at 7 a.m. instead of 9 a.m. Chairman Daniel Keefe recused himself from the vote; Selectman Gino Olaes opposed the measure, citing concerns about proximity to school routes. Police Chief Gregory Gilmore reported minimal issues with the
Blackstone selectmen held a workshop addressing deficit snow and ice spending and extensive FY27 budget preparation. Chairman Daniel Keefe and the board unanimously approved $106,204.50 in Snow and Ice deficit coverage and voted unanimously to authorize a $500,000 bridge repair and engineering
Blackstone Selectmen blueprint July semiquincentennial celebration with seven dedicated subcommittees. The festival, running July 24-26 at Blackstone Millville Regional High School, will feature carnival rides, food trucks, live music, and fireworks tentatively set for Saturday, July 25 at 9:30 PM.
Selectmen workshop defers bike route endorsement to February. The eight-minute Board of Selectmen session heard Town Administrator Lovett report on Department of Public Works response to recent water main breaks and snowstorm damage. Chairman Daniel Keefe deferred discussion of US Bicycle Route 1
Blackstone selectmen call May 26 town meeting and eye $61.7 million municipal facilities overhaul. The Board voted unanimously to schedule both meetings, with the Special Town Meeting at 7:00 PM and Annual Town Meeting at 7:30 PM on May 26, 2026. Architects from Kaestle Boos Associates presented a
Blackstone Selectmen finalized rules for the "Capture Our Town Through Art" contest as part of planning for a July 24–26 Semiquincentennial Celebration. The contest accepts original artwork in painting, drawing, photography, and People's Choice categories across adult and youth divisions, with a
Blackstone Board of Selectmen approves home occupation license for CPR trainer. The board unanimously approved a Home Occupation License for Dion Puleo, operating Ready to Rescue at 196 Blackstone Street. The board also unanimously released a certificate not to encumber on 68 Main Street, a 2008
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