(April 7, 2026) - Three residents appeared at the Select Board meeting on Tuesday night, asking the board to consider establishing an elected town ombudsman position. The residents submitted a written proposal before the meeting. This was signed by 22 residents directly impacted by the Lincoln Hill development. Last October, the Planning Board approved a 34-unit Open … [Read more...] about Select Board Votes to Take Residents’ Ombudsman Proposal Under Advisement
Peter Kush, Write-In Candidate for Planning Board
Hello Neighbors!My name is Peter Kush and I am running for Planning Board Commissioner! I had originally intended to run for Housing Authority Commissioner, however I recently learned that the position was not in fact open this election cycle. I still feel passionately about serving my community and the future of Ayer therefore I have launched a write-in campaign for Planning … [Read more...] about Peter Kush, Write-In Candidate for Planning Board
Community Foundation Commits $500,000 to Expand Free Financial Aid Advising For All North Central Massachusetts Students
Over the next five years, the Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts plans a new $500,000 investment to help local students and families navigate the complex financial aid process for higher education and access more affordable pathways.This investment will make our region the first in Massachusetts where every high school has coordinated access to expert financial … [Read more...] about Community Foundation Commits $500,000 to Expand Free Financial Aid Advising For All North Central Massachusetts Students
Ayer-Shirley Regional High School Moves Forward With Football Team Transition
The Ayer-Shirley Regional School Committee recently learned a few more details about the high school football team’s transition. If you're not familiar with the schools, it's the Ayer-Shirley Panthers. On Jan. 21st, the school committee met and voted to approve entering into a high school football co-op with Littleton, with Ayer-Shirley as the host community. This vote was … [Read more...] about Ayer-Shirley Regional High School Moves Forward With Football Team Transition
Ayer News, April 1st, 2026
Check out this week's edition of Ayer News here. … [Read more...] about Ayer News, April 1st, 2026

