No newcomer to Essex politics, he chairs the Essex Democratic caucus, and before announcing his Selectboard campaign, Shelden’s website revealed his third attempt to gain a State House seat.

Four Essex residents seek to make a difference in local government by serving on the Town Selectboard. Ballots will arrive in the mail to all active, registered voters in mid-February.

Projected costs of Separating for the Town-outside-the-Village appear lower than the projected cost of Merging with the Village.

An oversight by the Selectboard and Trustees in August 2021 results in an $85,000 unanticipated debt.

Officials continue to talk up the potential revenue from a local option tax (LOT).

A town hall-style meeting organized by Elizabeth Cady, EWSD School Board Member, took place at the Holy Family / St. Lawrence Community Center on Friday, December 3rd at 7 pm. According to publicity, parents and taxpayers were asked to gather to “address concerns, ask questions and brainstorm solutions” regarding Essex Westford School District issues.

Blake and Tammy Getchell delighted their audience at the Senior Center by sharing stories and artifacts and performing traditional Mi’kmaq songs and dances on Nov. 17th.