At the Selectboard meeting on March 16, 2022, the Town Hall mask policy was changed from mandated to encouraged for those not fully vaccinated. — Selectboard & Board of Health
Welcome Officers Kyle Dodge and Alexandra Hecker to APD
The Ashby Police Department and the Town of Ashby wishes a warm welcome to our newest police officers, Officer Alexandra Hecker and Officer Kyle Dodge. We thank you for your service to the town!
Availability of COVID-19 Treatments for Positive Higher-Risk Individuals
Department of Public Health reminds residents of the availability of COVID-19 treatments for positive higher-risk individuals. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) today reminded residents that free treatment options are available that can be used to prevent severe illness and hospitalization from COVID-19. Several treatments, including monoclonal antibody infusions and oral therapeutics, are widely […]
Ashby Charitable Funding Committee is Accepting Applications
The Ashby Charitable Funding Committee is chartered with the distribution of funds to public, local charities and non-profit organizations in Ashby, in support of the Town and people of Ashby. Project funding requests are through an application process. The Committee will review the request and determine the funding amount. Amount funded can be impacted by […]
Free Well Water Testing for PFAS through MassDEP
MassDEP is offering private well owners an opportunity to receive free testing for PFAS compounds in communities where 60% or more of the consumers use private wells, like Wales. The link to apply for free sampling is https://dwp-pfas.madwpdep.org. For more information about the program, see their FAQ (https://www.mass.gov/doc/frequently-asked-questions-about-the-massdep-private-wells-pfas-sampling-program/download).
RMV Notification: Vehicle Owner’s Excise Tax
The following notice was sent to the Tax Assessor’s office: We are notifying you of a vehicle valuation issue that may affect the amount owed on vehicle owners’ 2022 excise tax bill. It has recently come to the attention of the RMV that in a small number of cases, the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) […]
Job Posting – Truck Driver/Laborer
The Town of Ashby Highway Department is accepting job applications for a full-time Truck Driver/Laborer, starting immediately. Complete an employment application and submit it to: Highway Superintendent92 Breed RdAshby, MA 01431
Town of Ashby FY2022 Valuation and Tax Summary
Access the Town of Ashby Valuation and Tax Summary for fiscal Year 2022.
Free at-home COVID-19 Tests Available
Order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests at COVIDtests.gov or directly from the USPS at special.usps.com/testkits.