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Chris Larabee

Prior to joining the Weston Observer, Chris Larabee was a reporter for the Greenfield Recorder, with his work featured in The Recorder, the Daily Hampshire Gazette and Athol Daily News. He won a New England Newspaper & Press Association award for investigative reporting.

He can be reached at [email protected].

Chris's Latest Articles

Leaks, waste and age: a look at the school facilities

The Observer toured the school building facilities with district staff, who highlighted system deficiencies.

Route 20 construction slated for late summer

Work to reconfigure the Route 20, Boston Post Road and Wellesley Street intersection will likely begin in late summer or early fall.

Route 30 comment period extended

The public input period for the Route 30 reconstruction project has been extended for at least another month.

‘Faces of Pride’ shares community perspectives

The town's "Face of Pride: What Pride Means to Me" shared community perspectives.

Kathleen Baker appointed as interim Middle School principal

Middle School Principal Philip Oates, a veteran nine-year Weston Public Schools administrator, submitted his resignation this week.

June 23, 2026 Select Board notes: Josiah Smith Tavern parking variance supported, Case Estates sold

The board threw its support behind The Woods's anticipated variance application and signed sale agreements for the Case Estates.

Route 30 project heading toward crossroads

There is another opportunity for residents to take a look at detailed plans of the Route 30 project on June 30.

Health survey shows mental health issues rising in Middle School

Social media and other digital media use are a key driver of students' mental health struggles.

‘Not your father’s PE program’: Mitch Finnegan retires after 20 years directing health program

Nearly every student who has passed through Weston Public Schools in the last two decades has come across Mitch Finnegan.

Weston High School class of 2026 senior awards