Spencer settles lawsuit with Massachusetts Broken Stone

The Town of Spencer has settled a lawsuit with Massachusetts Broken Stone, according to a News Flash item posted to the town website, while officials also released the lineup for the 2026 Summer Concert series and touted the work of the Spencer Rescue Squad.

TOWN HALL

Town officials announced a settlement in the lawsuit between Spencer and Massachusetts Broken Stone, according to a News Flash posted on the town's official website. Details of the settlement terms were not included in the posted item.

The town also highlighted the work of the Spencer Rescue Squad in a separate News Flash post, and released the schedule for the 2026 Summer Concert list, though specific dates and performers were not detailed on the homepage.

Residents with town business should note Town Hall hours: Monday through Wednesday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to noon; the office is closed Fridays.

COMMUNITY & ARTS

The Richard Sugden Library continues to promote its "School Summer Reading All Ages 2026" program, open to residents of all ages looking to take part in summer reading activities, according to the library's website. The library also flagged its 2025 Monthly Book Challenge as an ongoing feature for patrons.

The library is open Monday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; it is closed Fridays and Sundays. Residents can also sign up for the library's email lists, which include separate lists for adults, teens ("Teen Mania," grades 6-12), Imagination Station (kindergarten through grade 5), and Pre-K programming.

COMING UP

The Finance Committee will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, July 14, according to the town calendar. The Zoning Board of Appeals is also scheduled to meet Tuesday, July 14, alongside a Stiles Lake Water District meeting the same day.