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Wrentham Hosts Jan. 28 Community Forum on Roderick School Building Project Wrentham residents will have an opportunity to get an updated look at one of the town’s most closely watched long-term projects when the Wrentham Elementary School Building Committee hosts a Roderick School Building Project Community Forum on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. The forum is focused on updated design plans, revised elevations, and cost considerations connected to the committee’s recommended preferred solution. The evening will start with an optional tour of the existing Roderick building from 6:00 p.m. to 7…

Wrentham residents are being reminded to return their 2026 annual town census forms, a routine but important part of local government that impacts more than most people realize. The forms are mailed to households and are used to keep Wrentham’s resident records up to date, including information tied to voter status and local services. While it’s easy for the census form to get lost in a pile of mail, town officials stress that returning it on time is important. It helps the town maintain accurate resident records, ensures important household information is correct, and supports state-require…

The town of Wrentham is stepping up community outreach this week as it prepares for a key vote at its Fall Town Meeting. On November 3, residents will consider a zoning bylaw proposal designed to comply with the MBTA Communities Act, which requires certain municipalities adjacent to MBTA-served towns to allow multifamily housing by right. To help residents understand the proposal, the town will hold a public information session at 7 p.m. on Thursday, October 16, at Fiske Public Library. This marks the second outreach meeting following an earlier event on October 7. As an “Adja…

Harvest and Heritage: How Wrentham Farmers Prep for Thanksgiving In Wrentham, Thanksgiving begins long before the turkey hits the oven. It starts in the quiet fields, the chilly mornings, and the hands of local farmers who are harvesting the final rows of squash, carrots, and potatoes. For families like the Raymonds and the Keenes, farming isn’t just a job—it’s a legacy, and Thanksgiving is the season where that legacy shines brightest. While many townspeople are just beginning their shopping lists, Wrentham’s agricultural families are already busy packing CSA boxes, stacking hay bales for…

Wrentham’s Town Hall Talks: How Local Government Is Engaging Gen Z Wrentham’s town government is trying something new: reaching out to the next generation before they’re even eligible to vote. With growing concerns about civic disengagement among young people, local leaders are taking proactive steps to bring Gen Z into the conversation early. The town has launched a series of informal “Town Hall Talks” aimed at high school students and recent graduates. These monthly events aren’t your typical bureaucratic meetings—they’re relaxed, open forums where students can ask questions, propose idea…

Short-term rentals are increasingly common in towns like Wrentham, where the appeal of quiet neighborhoods and proximity to attractions like Gillette Stadium and Wrentham Village Premium Outlets make it a convenient stay for weekend travelers. But behind the convenience lies a growing concern: as more homes are listed on Airbnb and similar platforms, fewer remain available for year-round residents. Wrentham’s housing market is already under pressure. Median home prices are well above $740,000, and rental options are limited. More than half of renter households are cost-burdened, meaning they…

In the quiet early hours of a summer morning on Lake Pearl Road, Wrentham became the scene of a dramatic rescue that won’t soon be forgotten. A raging house fire had engulfed the building with flames shooting from the back deck and heavy smoke billowing into the air. Inside, one woman was trapped on the second floor, calling for help. What happened next was an extraordinary moment of quick thinking, trust, and teamwork that left neighbors in awe and first responders proud. The Fire on Lake Pearl Road Just after 3 a.m., Wrentham Fire Department received a call about a house fire with peop…

Imagine being able to walk or bike from Wrentham to Norfolk or Walpole without ever touching a main road. That’s the big idea behind the Metacomet Greenway, a proposed 17-mile trail that would run along the old railroad line that cuts through Wrentham and neighboring towns. The project is still in its early stages, but there’s already a lot of excitement—and plenty of work being done behind the scenes to make it real. What Is the Metacomet Greenway? At its core, the Metacomet Greenway is a shared-use path that would stretch across five towns—Walpole, Norfolk, Wrentham, Plainville, and No…

Electric vehicle drivers in Wrentham have a new place to power up. The town recently installed four brand-new fast-charging stations right in the Center Lot, making it easier than ever to charge your EV while you’re downtown. These chargers are Level 3, which means they’re much quicker than the standard plug-in options. Most cars can get a solid charge in under an hour, giving people plenty of time to grab coffee, visit a shop, or stop by a local office while their vehicle charges. Assistant Town Manager Greg Enos said the new stations are part of Wrentham’s ongoing efforts to promote susta…