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In one of Pillar’s photographs, Mr. Schwartz can be seen making a vibrant phone call. MACKENZIE BLUE PHOTO

Brewster Library Exhibits ‘The Life And Death Of Morrie Schwartz’ ...

January 14, 2026

BREWSTER – In 1995, Heather Pillar had the opportunity to collaborate with Morrie Schwartz, the famed Brandeis University professor. The catch? The...

From left front: Brewster Select Board members Caroline McCarley, Amanda Bebrin, Mary Chaffee and Pete Dahl. Back: Ned Chatelain, Assistant Town Manager Donna Kalinick and Town Manager Peter Lombardi. COURTESY PHOTO

‘An Issue Of Trust’; Sea Camps Housing Vote Stirs Debate

January 14, 2026

BREWSTER – The vote for an affordable housing feasibility study on the Sea Camps pond property tested the waters for a historically unified select...

The anticipated groundbreaking of Spring Rock Village will likely take place within the first quarter of 2026, moving the project into the next phase after seven years of planning. FILE PHOTO

$1.25 Million Regional Community Development Grant Awarded,...

January 14, 2026

BREWSTER – In late December, the town received the news that the regional community development block grant had been awarded $1.25 million for the...

A feasibility study on the Sea Camps pond property regarding the proposed affordable housing project is moving forward after lengthy discussion and a 4-1 vote by the select board. MACKENZIE BLUE PHOTO

Sea Camps Affordable Housing Feasibility Study Moves Forward In...

January 7, 2026

BREWSTER – Four select board members voted Monday to move ahead with a feasibility study of the Sea Camps pond property, marking the first step in...

Four sites will sit just east of Breakwater Landing. COURTESY PHOTO

Oyster Grant Expansion Doubles Brewster Program

January 7, 2026

BREWSTER – On Monday, the select board voted in favor of expanding the oyster grant program, adding an additional eight grant plots for a growing...

In November, chair of the short-term rental task force Rob Leavell presented the final report at town meeting. MACKENZIE BLUE PHOTO

Short-term Rental Registration Gets A Preliminary Timeline

January 7, 2026

BREWSTER – By April 2027, short-term rental owners will be required to register their properties — that’s if all goes according to the town’s...

Discussion surrounding affordable housing on the pond property will continue at the Jan. 5 select board meeting, followed by a vote. The 10-acre plot will potentially be transferred to the affordable housing trust to get started on pre-planning for the project. FILE PHOTO

BCT And BPC Raise Sea Camps Affordable Housing Concerns Ahead Of...

December 30, 2025

BREWSTER – The select board is set to vote Jan. 5 on the future of affordable housing on the Sea Camps pond property. The Brewster Conservation...

The new equipment has been installed, but is fenced off until all components of the playground are finalized. MACKENZIE BLUE PHOTO

PTO Member, President Question Stony Brook Playground Delays

December 30, 2025

BREWSTER – The new Stony Brook Elementary School playground has been a true community effort, built on camaraderie and collaboration. However, with...

David Faherty, Pete Dahl and Caroline McCarley campaigned outside the Brewster polling site during the annual election in May. FILE PHOTO

From Fraud And Federal Cuts To Financing And Free Cash: A Look Back...

December 30, 2025

BREWSTER – Since the Sea Camps properties were purchased in 2021, they have frequently dominated headlines — and while the iconic site remained...

The community pool at the Brewster Sea Camps property opened in 2023, offering a new amenity to residents, and now additional summer recreation programming for Brewster kids. FILE PHOTO

Successful Summer Rec Program Leads To Restructuring, Potential...

December 23, 2025

BREWSTER – For recreation director Mike Gradone, the vision for a summer recreation program at the Sea Camps properties started the moment the...

Brewster in Winter, a new annual event hosted by the DNR, will take place on Jan. 10 at the COA campus. MACKENZIE BLUE PHOTO

Town Departments Organize New Mid-Winter Festival Centered On...

December 23, 2025

BREWSTER – After the holiday chaos, the department of natural resources is aiming to spark a little joy while also educating residents about a...

The town-owned Sea Camps property on Long Pond. FILE PHOTO

BCT Pledges $1.2M More For Sea Camps Properties; Brings Total To $2.2M

December 17, 2025

BREWSTER – With two new gift agreements signed with the town, the Brewster Conservation Trust has brought its investment in the Sea Camps...

Stephen Uzzo. COURTESY PHOTO

Uzzo Named Natural History Museum President, Executive Director

December 17, 2025

BREWSTER – Stephen Miles Uzzo, Ph.D., co-founder of the Woods Hole Institute with decades of experience in museum-related operations, funding,...

Demolition began on the two structures located at 2342 Main St. earlier this month. MACKENZIE BLUE PHOTO

Demolition Begins On BCT’s Newest Project

December 10, 2025

BREWSTER – By this summer, the Brewster Conservation Trust is hopeful residents will have a new sight to behold at 2342 Main St. Demolition began...

Frank Bridges. COURTESY PHOTO

Longtime FinCom Vice Chair Frank Bridges Steps Down

December 10, 2025

BREWSTER – Frank Bridges may have stepped down from serving as the vice chair of the finance committee in June, but that doesn’t mean he isn’t...

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