Ashby MA – May 2026
The top news stories in Ashby, MA this month center around town administration updates, local events, community honors, and regional school celebrations.
Town Government & Administrative Notices
Annual Town Meeting & Voter Engagement: Following the late April local elections, municipal administrative adjustments are underway. The town has been heavily promoting its updated Code Red Reverse 911 system to ensure all residents are integrated into the emergency contact database.
Town Clerk Office Closure: Residents should note that the Town Clerk’s Office is temporarily shifting hours and will be closed from noon on Wednesday, May 27, until 5:00 PM on Wednesday, June 3.
Board & Committee Meetings: Local government continues standard operations with the Board of Assessors holding an in-person session on May 27, while the Planning Board moves to a virtual format online later that evening.
Community Events & Public Safety Achievements
Memorial Day Observances: Local veterans and community members gathered at the Ashby American Legion Post 361 for the annual Memorial Day Chicken BBQ.
Public Safety Team Victory: The Ashby Fire, EMS, and Police personnel recently placed as the fastest public safety team at the inaugural Longest Mile for Bravest Minds uphill challenge. The event raised funds for the On-Site Academy in Westminster to support first responder mental health.
State Delegation Meet-and-Greet: State Senator John Cronin and State Representative Margaret Scarsdale are scheduled to host an informal conversation at the Ashby Library on Tuesday, June 2, to discuss public issues concerning women and girls in Upper Middlesex County.
Education & School District Updates
Monty Tech Commencement: Local households are preparing for the 2026 Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School graduation. Local Ashby Channels 8 and 9 are providing full live broadcast coverage of the ceremony starting at 5:45 PM on Wednesday, May 27