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Keeping Westminster informed one episode at a time. Welcome to The Town Crier, Westminster’s official municipal podcast! Hosted by Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen, this podcast brings you the latest town...
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Keeping Westminster informed one episode at a time.
Welcome to The Town Crier, Westminster’s official municipal podcast! Hosted by Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen, this podcast brings you the latest town news, upcoming projects, and behind-the-scenes insights straight from the people who help keep Westminster running. Whether you’re curious about town decisions, want to hear from local leaders, or just love staying in the know, The Town Crier is your go-to source for reliable and engaging updates.
The Town Crier is available at www.westminster-ma.gov, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and the AWCM website. Like, listen and please subscribe for a notification every time a new episode posts! Tune in, stay informed, and be part of the conversation by submitting your questions to podcast@westminster-ma.gov!
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Welcome to The Town Crier, Westminster’s official municipal podcast! Hosted by Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen, this podcast brings you the latest town news, upcoming projects, and behind-the-scenes insights straight from the people who help keep Westminster running. Whether you’re curious about town decisions, want to hear from local leaders, or just love staying in the know, The Town Crier is your go-to source for reliable and engaging updates.
The Town Crier is available at www.westminster-ma.gov, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and the AWCM website. Like, listen and please subscribe for a notification every time a new episode posts! Tune in, stay informed, and be part of the conversation by submitting your questions to podcast@westminster-ma.gov!
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10 SEP 2026 · In Episode 33, Stephanie sits down with Westminster Police Chief Matthew LeMay to reflect on his first year as Chief and discuss what residents can expect from the Department moving forward. They cover Westminster’s new police drone and motorcycle programs, provide a trustworthy answer to your questions about Flock cameras and privacy safeguards, and share an update on the proposed Public Safety Building.
Plus, we recap the latest Select Board meeting, highlights State Primary results, provides a brief PFAS-area update, and previews our local 9/11 Ceremony, the Singing Trooper, Westminster Cracker Festival, Halloween activities, and other fall happenings around Town.
Do you have feedback, questions, or ideas for future episodes? Email podcast@westminster-ma.gov — your input makes the show!
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27 AUG 2026 · After a brief vacation hiatus, Stephanie is back with updates from around Westminster, including a recap of the August 4 Special Town Meeting and its impressive turnout of approximately 300 voters.
She also covers the August 3 Select Board meeting, the new Town website , the September 1 State Primary, Crocker Pond’s remaining schedule and upcoming community event, including the Singing Trooper Concert and the 10th annual Westminster Cracker Festival. Plus, a friendly reminder to help keep Academy Hill and the basketball courts clean for everyone.
Do you have feedback, questions, or ideas for future episodes? Email podcast@westminster-ma.gov — your input makes the show!
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30 JUL 2026 · In this brief summer update, Stephanie shares what’s happening around Westminster, including Neighbors Helping Neighbors Benefit Day, the Nancy Green Award presentation, local events, recreation updates, road work, the Farmers Market, Crocker Pond and the Westminster app now in development.
The episode also includes an important reminder about the August 4th Special Town Meeting involving a citizens’ petition related to approximately ten acres of the Crocker Pond Recreation Area. Stephanie reviews the positions taken by local boards and committees, explains that there is no absentee or early voting for Town Meeting, and reminds residents that they must attend in person to participate and vote.
Do you have feedback, questions, or ideas for future episodes? Email podcast@westminster-ma.gov — your input makes the show!
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16 JUL 2026 · It’s a big day, the Town Crier is turning 30! This week, we’re trading our usual summertime topics for a review of the democratic process, twenty year old deeds and some unexpected big Town business.
Stephanie breaks down the August 4 Special Town Meeting called by citizens’ petition, explains how the petition process works, review the proposal involving approximately ten acres of the Crocker Pond Recreation Area, and discuss why the several town boards and committees oppose the article. Plus, quick updates on first-quarter tax bills, the July South Street Sentinel and the latest Select Board meeting.
Do you have feedback, questions, or ideas for future episodes? Email podcast@westminster-ma.gov — your input makes the show!
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2 JUL 2026 · In this episode of The Town Crier, Stephanie shares Fourth of July and summer updates for Westminster, including the delivery of the Town’s official 250th anniversary reproduction of the Declaration of Independence by Representative Kim Ferguson’s office and the return of patriotic bunting on Town buildings and properties.
This episode also includes a recap of the June 29 Select Board meeting, an update on the new Westminster app, the adoption of the Strategic Staffing Plan, and information explanation of the Depot Road/Route 2A/State Road East roundabout as a MassDOT project, programmed for 2030.
Plus, a reminder that all non-emergency Town offices will be closed Monday, July 6, in observance of the Fourth of July holiday. Happy birthday, America and happy summer, Westminster!
Do you have feedback, questions, or ideas for future episodes? Email podcast@westminster-ma.gov — your input makes the show!
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25 JUN 2026 · In this episode, Stephanie teams up with Select Board Chair Mike Cooley, to tackle local questions, clear up common misconceptions, and bust a few municipal myths about how municipal government really works. We cover the Massachusetts General Laws, local bylaws, home rule charters and what that means for Westminster, as well as, what the Select Board can and cannot do; why Town Meeting matters; public meetings vs public hearings; and all the places residents are able to go for information.
Plus, we recap the latest Select Board meeting, including the USA 250th Flag Day recognition, the Westminster Police commemorative patch, Public Safety Building Committee update, year-end transfers, Town Clerk transition, annual appointments, zoning referrals, and more.
Big surprise! We also tease the upcoming Town of Westminster app, meant to make our town government even more user friendly and easily accessible!
Do you have feedback, questions, or ideas for future episodes? Email podcast@westminster-ma.gov — your input makes the show!
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4 JUN 2026 · This quick solo episode of The Town Crier is a fast lap around Westminster as June gets rolling. Stephanie covers upcoming Parks and Rec events, including JAWS Night at Crocker Pond and the Public Safety vs. Baseball and Softball Coaches game, plus the 5th Grade Flag Day Contest, Historical Society’s Townwide Yard Sale, Farmers Market, Crocker Pond opening, and Westminster’s WooSox Town Takeover Night.
There’s also a Select Board recap, an update on the June 1 PFAS informational meeting, reminders about board and committee reappointments, continued work at Academy Hill, and a timely note on black bear activity around town.
Do you have feedback, questions, or ideas for future episodes? Email podcast@westminster-ma.gov — your input makes the show!
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21 MAY 2026 · In this episode Westminster Health Director Abby Conlin joins Stephanie to talk about summer health considerations, including mosquitoes, ticks, swimming safety, heat, and seasonal public health reminders.
Abby also highlights the upcoming June 1 Board of Health PFAS informational session, including what residents can expect, the state agencies attending, how the public question period will work, and what we know about the upcoming Massachusetts Department of Public Health public health evaluation for Westminster.
Plus, a recap of recent Select Board updates, share details on Memorial Day events, JAWS Night at Crocker Pond, the Adams Street 40B hearing schedule, and the Town Wide Yard Sale.
Do you have feedback, questions, or ideas for future episodes? Email podcast@westminster-ma.gov — your input makes the show!
7 MAY 2026 · Happy quarter of a century (in episodes) to the Town Crier podcast! This is a milestone event packed with some of Westminster’s biggest updates of the season. Stephanie recaps the May 2, 2026 Special and Annual Town Meetings, where all 25 warrant articles passed; including the FY27 operating budget, capital improvements, staffing additions, and some important public safety bylaw updates.
The episode also reviews Annual Town Election results, celebrates the official return of Farmers Market season, and highlights upcoming community events including JAWS Movie Night at Crocker Pond, the Municipal Softball Game, and Light the Town Purple in support of Relay for Life Gardner.
Listeners will also hear updates on Academy Hill Playground, ongoing landscaping improvements, a reminder about the upcoming June 1st PFAS informational session hosted by the Board of Health, and a well-deserved shoutout to Westminster’s maintenance team for restoring the Academy Hill gazebo floor.
Do you have feedback, questions, or ideas for future episodes? Email podcast@westminster-ma.gov — your input makes the show!
23 APR 2026 · In Episode 24 of The Town Crier, host Stephanie welcomes Advisory Board Chair Lisa Rocheleau to discuss the Board’s vital role in shaping Westminster’s budget and preparing for Annual Town Meeting.
The episode also features a Select Board meeting recap, key community updates from the South Street Sentinel, Summer Recreation sign-up dates, and spring beautification efforts around town including town cleanup day, improvements to the gazebo and the refurbishment of the Academy Hill cannon. Stay informed and ready for the Annual Town Election on April 28 and Town Meeting on May 2.
Do you have feedback, questions, or ideas for future episodes? Email podcast@westminster-ma.gov — your input makes the show!
Keeping Westminster informed one episode at a time. Welcome to The Town Crier, Westminster’s official municipal podcast! Hosted by Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen, this podcast brings you the latest town...
show more
Keeping Westminster informed one episode at a time.
Welcome to The Town Crier, Westminster’s official municipal podcast! Hosted by Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen, this podcast brings you the latest town news, upcoming projects, and behind-the-scenes insights straight from the people who help keep Westminster running. Whether you’re curious about town decisions, want to hear from local leaders, or just love staying in the know, The Town Crier is your go-to source for reliable and engaging updates.
The Town Crier is available at www.westminster-ma.gov, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and the AWCM website. Like, listen and please subscribe for a notification every time a new episode posts! Tune in, stay informed, and be part of the conversation by submitting your questions to podcast@westminster-ma.gov!
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Welcome to The Town Crier, Westminster’s official municipal podcast! Hosted by Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen, this podcast brings you the latest town news, upcoming projects, and behind-the-scenes insights straight from the people who help keep Westminster running. Whether you’re curious about town decisions, want to hear from local leaders, or just love staying in the know, The Town Crier is your go-to source for reliable and engaging updates.
The Town Crier is available at www.westminster-ma.gov, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and the AWCM website. Like, listen and please subscribe for a notification every time a new episode posts! Tune in, stay informed, and be part of the conversation by submitting your questions to podcast@westminster-ma.gov!
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