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Mansfield, MA – August 14, 2025 — As part of the town’s spirited 250th anniversary festivities, Mansfield is inviting residents and visitors to a spectacular drone show on Friday, August 22 at 9:30 p.m., to take place at Fulton’s Pond. The drone show will serve as the dazzling curtain-raiser for Mansfield Spirit Weekend, kicking off a series of family-friendly events and community gatherings throughout the weekend. This unique aerial display complements other special programming, including a historic-themed movie premiere on Friday, an incorporation celebration on Saturday, and a fun run and…

Mansfield, MA — Here's a breakdown of notable incidents from the past week, as recorded in the Mansfield Police Department’s log. Incidents include traffic, public safety alerts, and community assistance. Monday, August 4 Hit-and-Run at Xfinity Center At around 8:13 a.m., police responded to a walk-in report of a hit-and-run involving two vehicles at the Xfinity Center on South Main Street. A suspect received a summons for leaving the scene of property damage. Disabled Vehicle at Dunkin' Donuts A disabled vehicle was assisted around 8:20 a.m. at Dunkin’ Donuts on School Street…

Mansfield, MA – August 1, 2025 — Drivers in Mansfield can expect ongoing construction delays along East Street, where town crews are continuing sidewalk and drainage upgrades between Branch Street and Hope Street through at least mid-August. The project, part of Mansfield’s larger plan to modernize local infrastructure, began in early summer and has required partial lane closures during work hours. Crews are on-site Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., focusing on replacing outdated sidewalks and improving the street’s stormwater management systems. While the work is essential for l…

Mansfield, MA – July 21, 2025 — The Mansfield Police Department remained active throughout the first half of July, responding to a variety of calls and carrying out regular enforcement to keep the community safe. Over the two-week period, officers focused heavily on traffic enforcement in school zones, ensuring that drivers followed speed limits and parking regulations. Numerous parking citations were issued, and routine motor vehicle stops were conducted across town. Non-injury motor vehicle accidents were also addressed, with officers providing assistance to motorists and helping to clear…

The Mansfield Police Department has shared its recent activity, giving residents a closer look at what’s been happening around town. From traffic stops to community calls, officers have been busy ensuring that Mansfield stays safe and orderly. Rollover Crash on Route 140 and Route 106 One of the more serious incidents this week was a rollover crash at the intersection of Route 140 and Route 106. Police and emergency crews responded quickly, and while the crash caused some traffic delays, no serious injuries were reported. The department continues to remind drivers to take extra care, especi…

This summer, Mansfield is rolling out a new Recycle Smart campaign designed to help residents recycle more effectively. The program focuses on reducing waste contamination and making it easier for everyone in town to understand what should and shouldn't go into their bins. The campaign is part of a larger push supported by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection to improve recycling efforts across the state. In Mansfield, it’s being shared through town announcements, updated recycling guides, and regular reminders online and at local events. Helping Residents Recycle the Ri…

Residents in Mansfield, Massachusetts, should plan for ongoing construction along East Street as a significant road improvement project continues through mid-August 2025. This project, stretching from Branch Street to Hope Street, is part of the town’s broader Complete Streets initiative, aimed at improving safety, accessibility, and traffic flow for both drivers and pedestrians. Project Timeline and What’s Included The Department of Public Works began the work in late June. The project is being completed in phases to minimize disruption while still moving forward on schedule. Shoulder…

If you live in Mansfield, Massachusetts, and your trash usually gets picked up on Fridays, you’ll want to take note of a change in the schedule this week. Due to the Fourth of July holiday, there will be no trash or recycling collection on Friday, July 4. Instead, pickup will be delayed by one day. That means crews will be collecting on Saturday, July 5 for residents who are normally scheduled for Friday service. This one-day delay is part of Mansfield’s regular holiday waste management policy, which helps ensure that town employees can also observe the holiday. To keep things running smoo…

Mansfield is gearing up for a festive Fourth of July weekend with events centered at Smythe Park. On July 3, families can enjoy an evening of live music, local food vendors, a magician, and children’s games, all leading up to a spectacular fireworks show at dusk. The celebration continues on July 4 with the annual Fourth of July Parade starting at 11 a.m. Kids can decorate their bikes, join races, enter a pet parade, and visit a kid zone with games and STEM activities inspired by Minecraft. It’s a hometown celebration packed with fun for all ages. If you’re searching for Fourth of July even…