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WESTFORD The process for naming a new police chief is moving ahead, with the Select Board s appointment of a citizen member to a promotions panel.
The Select Board voted to accept Noel Almeida on Feb. 9 among the nine applications for the resident s representative position.
Praise for applicants
Select Board members praised the nine applicants who came forward, and encouraged them to remain involved in the process. There will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions. Thank you very much everybody, for showing that interest, Select Board Member Mark Kost said. That s what makes Westford, Westford making the community the best that it can be, said Select Board Chairman Andrea Peraner-Sweet.
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WESTFORD With many businesses bearing the brunt of the economic crisis, the Select Board has waived all town liquor license fees for the first six months of 2021.
The list includes all alcohol and wine and malt licenses.
However, the board noted the town is grappling with fiscal issues of its own as the coronavirus continues to take a toll both on the economy and public health.
Businesses struggle
The board voted unanimously on the measure at its Dec. 8 meeting, held virtually due to coronavirus restrictions. Payments for the second six months will come due next June.