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Latest briefing
Wednesday, October 28, 2026. The latest posted briefing is 2 days old. More recent news is below. Read the October 28 edition →
Today & coming up
- Tue, Nov 3, 7:00 a.m.: State election set for Tuesday, Nov. 3. Merrimac's state election is set for Tuesday, Nov. 3, with polls open from 7 a.m. at Sweetsir School.Town of Merrimac
- Wed, Nov 4, 6:30 p.m.: Commission on Disabilities meets Nov. 4. The Commission on Disabilities meets Wednesday, Nov. 4, at 6:30 p.m.Town of Merrimac
Latest local news
- Planning Board MeetingNovember 18
- Select Board MeetingNovember 10
- Commission On Disabilities 11.4.2026November 4
- Commission on Disabilities MeetingNovember 4
- State Election — Sweetsir SchoolNovember 3
- Early Ballot Opening/DepositOctober 30
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Past briefings
- Wednesday, October 28, 2026 — Merrimac Fire Department marks National First Responders Day with tribute to local crews
- Tuesday, October 27, 2026 — Merrimac Fire Department releases Halloween safety tips covering costumes, trick-or-treating and driving
- Monday, October 26, 2026 — Water and sewer board meets early Tuesday
- Monday, October 19, 2026 — Merrimac police share Halloween safety tips for drivers, parents and trick-or-treaters ahead of Oct. 31
- Sunday, October 11, 2026 — Merrimac records 13 property deeds in past month with sale topping $1 million