By Dave Watkins in News — 28 Sep 2026

Conservation board funds Worthen Drive land fight

Conservation board takes on disputed Worthen Drive deal. Groton's Conservation Commission voted to challenge a disputed right-of-first-refusal offer on two Worthen Drive parcels after a member questioned why the assessed value ran far above the settlement price. Outside counsel is reviewing the purchase agreement, with a 30-day appeal window closing the next day.Groton News
Planning Board closes hearing on Town Line Road dealership. Groton's Planning Board closed a hearing on a Town Line Road auto dealership after MassDOT said no state permit was needed, but one member warned the board has become an "observer" as outside consultants now drive downtown traffic-calming decisions instead.Groton News

Sat, Oct 3, 9 a.m.: Fall Town Meeting set for October 3. Groton's Fall Town Meeting convenes Saturday, October 3, at 9 a.m. in the Marion Stoddart Building Auditorium. The town has launched its first Town Meeting Dashboard, gathering every warrant article, hearing link and background document in one place.The Groton Channel

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