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The Town Minute is an independent, nonpartisan publication that provides plain-English summaries of local government activity in Sturbridge, Massachusetts. The content on this site — including articles, meeting recaps, budget summaries, and election coverage — is intended for general informational purposes only. Nothing on this site constitutes legal advice, official government records, or a substitute for attending public meetings or consulting primary sources.
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The Town Minute is an independent publication and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the Town of Sturbridge, any municipal office, board, committee, or department. Our coverage is based on publicly available information and our own reporting. For official town records, agendas, minutes, or decisions, please visit the Town of Sturbridge’s official website or contact the relevant town office directly.
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We work hard to report accurately, but we cannot guarantee that all content on this site is complete, current, or free of errors. Local government matters can change quickly — votes can be reconsidered, dates can shift, and information can evolve after publication.
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Sturbridge, Massachusetts
These Terms of Use are effective as of April 1, 2026. The Town Minute is an independent publication and is not a government entity.
