The Sudbury Public Schools School Committee held its annual budget hearing on Monday, December 15. Superintendent Brad Crozier presented and provided some recommended cuts to close the gap between the district's Fiscal Year 2027 forecast and available funds from their budget guidance. The original forecast projected a $1.6 million deficit in the next…

At the end of the December 4 meeting of the Sudbury Public Schools (SPS) School Committee, there was a discussion about Superintendent Brad Crozier's lack of participation in the town-wide capital planning process. During that discussion, Crozier told the committee that he sent a delegate to the meetings, specifically Combined Facilities Director Sandra…

Two director-level leaders are departing their posts in Sudbury this month. The Monday, December 8 meeting of the Park and Recreation Commission included a long conversation about the resignation of Park and Recreation Director Dennis Mannone. Mannone resigned abruptly and his last day was the Friday prior to their meeting. Assistant Town Manager…

The Annual Sudbury Chamber of Commerce Community Awards returned to the Longfellow’s Wayside Inn on Wednesday, December 10. The evening was dedicated to recognizing the individuals and businesses that help make Sudbury a great place to live and do business. This year's roster of award winners highlights a diverse group of residents and organizations…

Emerson Health has been named a 2026 Best Hospital for Maternity Care by U.S. News & World Report, a distinction that places the local health system among the nation’s leaders in safety and patient experience for expectant families. The recognition highlights Emerson’s ongoing commitment to providing expert, compassionate care for newborns, mothers, and growing…

Following interviews with three applicants on Tuesday, December 9, Julie Durgin-Sicree was appointed to fill a vacancy on the Sudbury Public Schools School Committee. The appointment was made by the overwhelming majority of the Sudbury Select Board and Sudbury Public Schools School Committee. There were three applicants for the vacancy, which was created…

A new option for high-quality early childhood education has arrived in the community. Celebree School of Sudbury is now open, bringing a philosophy rooted in connection and care to local families. To mark the occasion, the school is inviting the public to a Winter Wonderland Grand Opening Event this Saturday, December 13. A…

The Town of Sudbury hosted a well-attended Holiday Village event on Saturday, December 6. The event, held at the new Fairbank Community Center, featured food trucks, shopping in the main gymnasium, arts and crafts, demonstrations, touch-a-truck and baby animals. Town Manager Andy Sheehan. Image Credit: Town of Sudbury. While the baby animals drew a…

The December 4 meeting of the Sudbury Public Schools School (SPS) Committee meeting featured a multi-hour discussion about the Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) budget and school finance. The committee pressed repeatedly to understand how the initial budget forecast could unexpectedly show a $1.6M deficit for the next fiscal year, but the SPS administration insisted the…