A Planning Board Seat Opens, Endless Love and Discussions of Trash

Westwood officials this week discussed ways to improve upon the town's trash and recycling collection contract, which is set to expire in March. The news generated quite a bit of buzz from residents in Westwood (be sure to check the article for the discussion).

It was a weekly of nostalgic love for one couple. Peter and Mary Vitale celebrated Valentine's Day this week after 68 years of marriage together.

Westwood Day fundraising is off to a good start. The first of two Family Supper events kicked off on Sunday, an event that sold out to residents eager to celebrate the return of the town-wide event.

In a new development on Friday, The Massachusetts Department of Mental Health announced its decision to institute a cap on how many patients can reside at Westwood Lodge at a given time.

MassDOT has agreed to modify an intersection on High Street, officials learned this week. The work will be incorporated into the DOT's Add-A-Lane project. 

As a result of last Saturday's Democratic caucus, eight delegates and three alternatives are heading to the Democratic Convention this June.

The Westwood Board of Selectmen welcomed State Sen. Mike Rush back to town earlier this week. During the greeting, Rush gave an overview of his time serving overseas in Iraq.

As discussions continue on how to improve upon a fiscal crisis, the MBTA this week announced a third proposal that would not entail cuts to service.

Westwood Planning Board member Carol Chafetz announced her decision this week to resign from the board, effective April 23. The vacancy will be open, as such, for residents to vote in a new member this spring. 

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