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Nancy K. Outten, 1925–2026

Nancy K. Outten

Nancy Knight Outten passed away peacefully in her Lincoln home of 67 years on the morning of July 5, 2026, at the age of 101. She had family at her side and held closely in her heart.

She is survived by her brother Richard B. Knight (Shirley) of Pensacola, Fla., her son Peter of Waltham, her daughters Rebecca Babbs (John) of Eureka Springs, Ark., and Sarah Brown (Robert) of Rochester, N.Y., and her son Ben Kelley-Outten (Susan) of Woodstock, Vt.; six grandchildren, Rowan (Rohini) Barden, Loren Barden, Sarah Hereth, Amanda Evans, Winona Brown, and Brian Bonia; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 57 years, Henry P. Outten.

Nancy was born in 1925 in St Louis, Mo., to Alice Rubelmann Knight and William Benjamin Knight Jr. She was a teacher both in spirit and in profession and taught on both sides of raising four children. As a reading specialist at Hanscom Primary School, she made a big difference in the lives of children, some of whom she maintained relationships with her over many years. Her life is marked by a curiosity for all people whom she met and a genuine interest in what they would share. She lived her life in connection with many people whom she met across the course of her life, often forming long-lasting bonds.

Nancy also had a passion for the outdoors and showed this through her ability to walk for hours on end through the hills and mountains of the Northeast or along the shores of her beloved Lake Michigan, leaving many younger souls in her wake. She inspired this passion in all her children and led them on many storied journeys.

Nancy also had a deep desire to help and support her family and was always present to lend a hand and help in any way she could, which she did with regularity. She would delight in the visits of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and always had a beautiful, childlike nature when the moment called for fun and lightness. Laughter was with her through the entire length of her life, and even in the final days she was inviting those around her into moments of unrestrained joyful laughter. Nancy showed us all how to live a life well lived, and through that remains with us.

Since April 2020, Nancy was cared for at home by a dedicated and loving team of aides who made it possible for her to fulfill her wish to live out her life at home. Joyce, Esther, and Harriet have become part of our family, and we are deeply grateful for their years of kind, attentive service and love.

Nancy left this world a better place for having spent 101 years in it, connecting with one person at a time.

A celebration of life will take place at the First Parish Church in Lincoln at 2:30pm on Saturday, August 29, 2026. The celebration will be live-streamed and recorded.

Arrangements are under the care of Concord Funeral Home, which provided this obituary. 

News acorns

Water main work ramping up

Beginning this week, workers on the Lincoln Road water main project are expected to move to 10-hour daily schedule. Crews are scheduled to be on site at 5:00am on Tuesday, July 14 to complete a temporary water connection for Lincoln Station and the mall. This early-morning work is intended to avoid water service impacts during business hours. The connection is expected to take about 1.5 hours and will require a temporary water shutdown for Lincoln Station/mall only. No other residents or businesses are expected to be affected.

Crews are also scheduled to work on the next two Saturdays (July 18 and July 25) from approximately7:00am to 3:00pm. Motorists should expect possible delays on Lincoln Road at those times.

Library events coming up

“Laughter is the Best Medicine”
Wednesday, July 15 from 11:00–11:45am
Comic mime Robert Rivest‘s show includes humorous stories from his childhood, classic mime skits, and comic improvisation taken from audience suggestions. He will also share tips on using breathing, movement, and laughter, as a way to cultivate more happiness and joy. No registration required. 

Intergenerational chess
Three Wednesdays from 6:00–7:00pm: July 15, July 29, August 5
Lincolnites of all ages are invited drop in to play a game or two with a like-minded opponent. Bring your own board or use one of ours. For hardcore players, if your game runs over an hour, there is some wiggle room on time. Registration is suggested but not required so the library has a sense of how many people to expect.

Movie matinee: “Toy Story 2”
Thursday, July 16 from 3:30–5:30pm
Popcorn and light refreshments provided. No registration necessary; all ages welcome.

“Phenomenal Physics”
Wednesday, July 22 from 11:00–11:45am
Mad Science will play with gravity, inertia, and balance; turn a baby bottle into a fire extinguisher; demonstrate a new twist on a popular chemical reaction; and more. Intended for preschool-aged children but all welcome. No registration necessary.

Stuffed animal sleepover and story time
Thursday, July 23 from 11:30am-12:15pm
Drop off your stuffed animal at the library any time between 12:00–6:00pm on Wednesday, July 22. Will they sleep at all? What kind of mischief will they get into? Then, on Thursday at 11:30am, reunite with your stuffie for a special story time, a delicious treat, and a slideshow showcasing the stuffed animals’ antics had during their slumber party. Intended for children in grades 2 and under. Registration required. 

Miss Frizzle dinosaur show
Wednesday, July 29 from 11:00am—noon
Calling all Magic School Bus fans! Children of all ages are welcome to come stomp around on a dinosaur dig with Miss Frizzle. No registration necessary.

Artist conversation at deCordova

On Thursday, July 23 from 6:30–7:30pm, artist Moko Fukuyama will lead a sunset conversation about her large-scale installation “Menagerie” (2024), an open-structured sculpture that transforms salvaged trees into an array of hand-carved forms. More information and registration.

Walden Woods Project tour on Aug. 6

Join Conservation Department staff for a tour of the Walden Woods Project on Baker Farm Road with Executive Director Kathi Anderson on Thursday, Aug. 6 from 9:00-10:00am. Anderson will discuss the organization’s history and mission, and lead a guided tour of the historic buildings that house WWP’s administrative offices. More information and registration. 

Police log for June 22 – July 7, 2026

June 22

Wells Road (3:26pm) — A person spoke to an officer regarding a possible scam.

Lincoln Police Department (10:01pm) — An officer spoke to a person about an ongoing issue.

Sandy Pond Road (1:01pm) — A caller reported a landscaper was using a gas-powered leaf blower. An officer spoke to a representative of the landscape company and advised them of the bylaw violation.

Wells Road (3:36pm) — An outside agency requested a well-being check on a person. Contact was made and the individual was OK.

June 23

Tower Road (8:40am) — A motorist reported observing a tree branch hanging on wires. An officer checked the area but could not locate any tree directly contacting utility wires.

Page Road (9:55am) — An officer spoke to a person about a civil process.

Old Bedford Road (5:14pm) — A caller reported a pedestrian in the area appearing to require assistance. An officer checked the area but found no one matching the provided description.

Lincoln Road (5:30pm) — An officer helped two motorists involved in a minor motor vehicle crash at the intersection of Lincoln Road and South Great Road. There were no reported injuries and both vehicles were able to be driven from the scene.

Sunnyside Lane (8:34am) — A caller reported a vehicle alarm had been sounding for a long time. An officer responded to the area. It appeared as though the vehicle alarm system had malfunctioned.

June 24

Sunnyside Lane (1:15am) — An officer responded back to the same residence as on the previous evening residence for a car alarm malfunction. Efforts were made to silence the alarm.

Hanscom Drive (7:11am) — Officers helped two motorists exchange information after a minor crash. There were no reported injuries and both vehicles were driven from the scene.

Bedford Road (7:54am) — A caller reported a wire across the sidewalk. An officer responded and was able to identify and mark a communication wire that had come loose. Verizon was notified.

Todd Pond Road (9:50am) — A caller reported observing a lethargic raccoon on their property. An officer checked the area but was unable to locate the torpid creature.

Woodcock Lane (11:05am) — A caller reported a person soliciting in the area without proper credentials. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate the individual.

Weston Road (1:38am) — Police received a second repot of unauthorized solicitation was received.

Greenridge Lane (3:09am) — A caller reported that a gas-powered leaf blower was being used in the area. An officer checked the area but was unable to locate the bylaw violation.

Blueberry Lane (3:41pm) — A caller reported hearing a loud boom followed by a loss of power. Eversource was notified.

Mary’s Way (4:32pm) — An officer spoke to a caller about a dispute with a neighbor.

Huckleberry Hill (6:25pm) — A caller reported a person possibly soliciting in the area. Officers located the person, who was associated with a pest control service, and advised them of the solicitation guidelines.

Harvest Circle (8:46pm) — An officer helped a caller check on a third party.

June 25

Trapelo Road (8:20pm) — A caller reported observing several parties fishing at the Cambridge Reservoir. The individuals were advised they were trespassing and sent on their way.

Woodcock Lane (10:26pm) — A caller reported hearing suspicious sounds. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate anything out of the ordinary.

June 26

Conant Road (12:20am) — An officer performed a well-being check on a person. The party in question was ok.

Harvest Circle (5:14am) — A person required assistance in locating some misplaced items.

Wells Road (4:49pm) — A person spoke with an officer about some items that appeared to be missing from their vehicle.

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (5:51pm) — An officer assisted the Massachusetts State Police with a minor crash on Route 2.

June 27

Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (5:13am) — An injured deer was reportedly in the roadway. The Massachusetts State Police were notified.

Sunnyside Lane (7:35am) — An outside agency requested assistance in finding the owner of a vehicle parked in another town. Contact was successfully made.

Conant Road (9:53am) — A caller reported that a vehicle was parked in a potentially dangerous position. An officer checked the area and traffic was able to safely pass in both directions.

Greenridge Lane (12:42pm) — A caller reported a landscaper using a gas-powered leaf blower. An officer advised the person about the bylaw.

June 28

Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (4:50am) — An officer assisted the Massachusetts State Police with a motor vehicle crash.

Woodcock Lane (11:01am) — A person reported being approached by a possible solicitor. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate the individual.

Liberty Lane, Hanscom AFB (1:47pm) — A person spoke to an officer regarding a possible bank fraud incident.

Trapelo Road (5:19pm and 6:52pm) — A caller reported hearing possible gun shots in the area. In both cases, officers checked the immediate and surrounding areas but didn’t see or hear anything out of the ordinary.

deCordova Museum (7:46pm) — Officers helped a person locate an overdue family member.

June 29

Warbler Springs Road (1:34am) — A notification was made to a resident at the request of an outside agency.

Ryan Estate (2:33pm) — An officer assisted a resident with a lockout.

June 30

Huckleberry Hill (2:21pm) — A wire was reportedly down in the roadway. The fire department identified the wire as low voltage and marked off the area. Eversource was notified.

Indian Camp Lane (11:26pm) — A caller reported a person walking along the side of the road appeared to be in some sort of distress. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate anyone matching the description.

July 1

Weston Road (5:39pm) — A caller reported a sick raccoon on their property. Upon arrival, officers were unable to locate the animal.

Weston Road (12:05pm) — A caller requested assistance with moving an appliance that had become stuck in a doorway. An officer responded and was able to free the appliance.

July 2

Old Concord Road (8:18pm) — A caller reported seeing a fox in their yard with a plastic bag around its head. Animal Control was notified.

July 3

Baker Farm Road (1:15pm) — A caller reported a vehicle parked in a manner that prevented access to the roadway. The vehicle belonged to a contracted service provider for a neighboring residence and was moved shortly thereafter.

Lincoln Road (6:56pm) — A caller reported a parked vehicle with an open door. The owner was contacted and the door was secured.

July 4

Baker Bridge Road (11:31am and 2:00pm — Several illegally parked vehicles were cited.

Ballfield Road (11:21pm) — A fallen tree was partially blocking a section of Ballfield Road. The tree was removed a short time later.

Lincoln Road (10:08pm) — Multiple railroad crossing gates were reportedly malfunctioning. Keolis was notified and normal operation resumed a short time after their arrival.

July 5

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (6:36am) — Police and fire units assisted the Massachusetts State Police with a hit-and-run motor vehicle crash on Route 2.

30 Heritage Road, Hanscom AFB (10:15am) — A person spoke to an officer about a possible harassment incident.

Canoe landing parking lot, South Great Road (7:55pm) — A caller reportedly lost their keys to their vehicle. A short time later, their spouse arrived on scene with a spare set.

South Great Road (9:34am) — A caller reported malfunctioning railroad gates. Keolis was on scene working the issue and normal operation was restored a short time later.

July 6

Nothing of note.

July 7

During a heavy rainstorm, there were reports of trees or branches down on Lincoln Road, South Great Road, and Mary’s Way.

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (8:37am) — Police and fire units assisted the Massachusetts State Police with a motor vehicle crash.

Old Sudbury Road (11:46am) — A tractor trailer unit was having difficulty negotiating a turn on South Great Road by Old Sudbury Road. Officers were able to help the vehicle successfully complete the turn.

Old Cambridge Turnpike (1:21pm) — A caller spoke with an officer about a harassment incident.

Codman Community Farms (5:11pm) — An officer assisted a motorist with a vehicle lockout.

Old Concord Road (9:34pm) — An officer contacted a person at the request of an outside agency.

Concord Road (7:43pm) — Officers checked a property for a report of a suspicious person. The property appeared secured and the individual in question was not located.

Property sales in May 2026

37 Lincoln Road — Laura Olson Trust to Ethan Krause and Ruth E. McBain for $1,195,000 (May 28)

138 Lexington Road — Lexington Properties LLC to Leon Home LLC for $700,000 (May 22)

36D Indian Camp Lane — Matthew Berkowitz to Scott Kaiser for $610,000 (May 21)

142 Tower Road — Jason Felsch to Geoffrey B. Keating and Sarah Baldessari for $1,266,260 (May 18)

130 Tower Road — Campobasso Trust to Mark E. and Sandra H. Pepin for $885,000 (May 4)

News acorns

New transfer station/commuter lot stickers required

New two-year green transfer station/commuter lot stickers are required as of September 1, 2026. The new sticker must be affixed to the bottom left corner of the driver’s side windshield. Complete this online application and get your sticker in the mail (you’ll need to upload photos of your drivers’s license and registration). Any Lincoln resident who does not have a new green sticker by September 1 may be refused access to the Transfer Station or Commuter Lot. Questions? Contact the DPW at 781-259-8999 or donaldsons@lincolnma.gov.

Film: “Lore”

The Lincoln Library Film Society presents “Lore” (2012) on Thursday, July 9 at 6:00pm in the Tarbell Room. Left to fend for themselves after their SS officer father and mother, staunch Nazi believers, are interred by the victorious Allies at the end of World War II, five German children undertake a harrowing journey that exposes them to the reality and consequences of their parents’ actions

Virtual office hours for Rep. Gentile

State Rep. Carmine Gentile (D-Sudbury) will hold virtual office hours on Monday, July 13 from 2:00–4:00pm. Any constituent who wishes to speak to him can sign up for a 20-minute time slot by emailing his legislative aide, Jack Brox McCarthy, at jackbrox.mccarthy@mahouse.gov. Constituents must provide their full name, address, phone number, email, and topic(s) of discussion in enough detail so that Rep. Gentile may prepare for the meeting if needed. For any questions regarding office hours or other matters, please contact McCarthy.

Talk on Black experiences in the American Revolution

Historian Gracia Collins Rich will discuss the efforts of Black Americans whose invaluable contributions during the Revolutionary War helped bring about U.S. independence on Monday, July 20 from 7:00–8:00pm on Zoom. Click here to get the Zoom link or request the recording. Sponsored by the Lincoln Public Library.

“Slow Wood: Greener Building from Local Forests”

Can we reconnect housing to sustainably managed local and regional forests? In “Slow Wood” on Monday, July 20 at 7:00pm at the Walden Woods Project, Brandeis University Environmental Studies Professor Emeritus Brian Donahue will talk about how he and his family built a timber frame house straight from the woods on their Massachusetts farm, utilizing “low grade” trees through “worst first” ecological forestry. Can this be replicated across rural areas, and what does it suggest about the larger challenge of supplying homes for cities and suburbs?

My Turn: Concern about road signs

By Carol DiGianni

Since extensive road work is underway, the large orange triangular signs along the roadway pose a difficulty in exiting our driveway at Ryan Estate. It is hard to see cars coming until they are almost upon you as they came along pretty fast, so timing and luck is everything. Lots of traffic in and out of our driveway, including the food pantry, make this a concern.

I have asked the police to take a look and at least move the big triangular sign over closer to the church. Unfortunately, they reported that it was not a problem and nothing need be done. I wonder if they just looked at it or tried to exit our driveway as a real test. 

“My Turn” is a forum for readers to offer their letters to the editor or views on any subject of interest to other Lincolnians. Submissions must be signed with the writer’s name and street address and sent via email to lincolnsquirrelnews@gmail.com. Items will be edited for punctuation, spelling, style, etc., and will be published at the discretion of the editor. Submissions containing personal attacks, errors of fact, or other inappropriate material will not be published.

New app aims to keep Lincolnites informed

Lincolnites can now find information on upcoming town events and meetings, official news updates, and more by using the Inhabit phone app.

The app pulls information from multiple town calendars into one place and provides links to town boards and community groups while also allowing users to customize what they would like to see. Last year, “a resident brought it to [Assistant Town Administrator Dan Pereira’s] attention, and given the Select Board’s interest in communication, it seemed like an interesting opportunity to pursue,” board member Jennifer Glass said.

Lincoln officials spoke to another community that uses the app and worked with Inhabit to build the starting in early 2026. The app is free to both the town and users and does not contain ads.

To join, residents need to complete only basic information fields such as email address (name is optional) and then select Lincoln as their town. “We purposefully limit the personal data we collect as the app was built to be both a healthier and more ethical alternative to social media platforms,” according to Inhabit. There’s an administrative dashboard that will provide the town with aggregate data on engagement and views but not individuals, Glass said.

News acorns

Firefly sanctuary signs installed

Two new firefly sanctuaries have been established at Smith-Andover Field across from Town Hall and Dakin Field (borner of Sandy Pond and Baker Bridge roads) through a partnership between the Lincoln Land Conservation Trust and the Lincoln Conservation Department.

These areas will be managed with fireflies in mind by reducing mowing, preserving leaf litter and woody debris, encouraging native vegetation, avoiding pesticides, and protecting dark nighttime conditions. Together, these practices provide the moist, sheltered habitat fireflies need during every stage of their life cycle. Visitors are welcome to enjoy the sanctuaries and can help protect them by staying in designated areas, limiting the use of flashlights, and leaving logs and vegetation undisturbed.

Coming up at the library

Sulinha Boucher Trio
Wednesday, July 8 from 11:00am–noon, Tarbell Room
Join Brazilian singer/songwriter/guitar player Sulinha with her trio for music with children and families. Her third children’s album received the Silver award from Parent’s Choice. Australia. No registration required; all ages welcome.

Bad Art Celebration
Wednesday, July 8 from 6:30–7:30pm, Tarbell Room
Join us in celebrating our Bad Art Program participants! Attendees (nonparticipants welcome) can participate in a bad art scavenger hunt with hints to help them find the bad art created by participants, spread throughout the library. The scavenger hunt will be followed up by an announcement of the teen and adult winners of the program. 

Fact and Folklore on America’s 250th
Thursday, July 16 from 6:30–8:00pm, Tarbell Room
Join award-winning author and journalist Ted Reinstein for a look at some of the unique stories he’s done related to the Revolutionary War, including pieces on Paul Revere’s ride, the Battle of Breed’s (not Bunker) Hill, the battle that has never ended between Lexington and Concord, and a musket-riddled gravestone in the North End.

Two honored by professional organization

The Massachusetts Association of School Business Officials (MASBO) recently presented a 2026 Friend of MASBO Award to Buckner “Buck” Creel and a 2026 Rising Star Award to Angela (Tianyi) Wang, Director for Business and Finance in the Lincoln Public Schools.

Buck Creel

Creel served for 15 years as Administrator for Business and Finance for the schools until his retirement in 2021. The award recognizes people who have made a significant contribution to facilitating the work of school business officials in their communities, and/or who have consistently provided significant assistance to MASBO.

In presenting the award, MASBO Executive Director Margaret Driscoll commended Mr. Creel’s “steady presence, practical judgment, and no-nonsense approach to problem-solving… Time and again, others have relied on Buck’s expertise. When a colleague faced an unexpected medical leave, Buck stepped in without hesitation, ensuring district operations remained stable and seamless during a critical time. Whether as a neighboring colleague or through more recent interim service, Buck has been unwavering in his dedication to the profession.”

Creel previously worked for nearly a decade at the MIT Lincoln Laboratory. After retirement, he has continued to provide short-term support to school districts, including serving as acting director of finance for the Weston Public Schools last year. 

MASBO established the Rising Star Award to acknowledge the value and contributions of outstanding professionals within the first 10 years of their career as a school business administrator. Superintendent of Schools Parry Graham nominated Wang, citing the positive impact she has made in the district during her two years in the role. He noted that she helped redesign the internal budgeting process, creating more transparency for budget managers and the School Committee. She was also instrumental in securing a new five-year contract with the Department of Defense to operate the Hanscom School on the Hanscom Air Force Base, including improved forecasting and control systems for managing the contract.

“Angela is a key member of our district’s leadership team, helping to inform the strategic direction of the district. She oversees multiple departments, including facilities and food services, and is able to consistently build positive and productive relationships,” Graham said.

Wang previously worked as Payroll Director for Springfield (Mass.) Public Schools, Director for Business and Finance for Vernon (Conn.) Public Schools, and School Business Administrator for South Hadley (Mass.) Public Schools.

My Turn: Committee and recipient say thanks for Lincoln scholarship

By Carolyn Dwyer

The Lincoln Scholarship Committee has the incredible honor of providing financial support to Lincoln-resident high school seniors (and those who are not residents but attended middle and high school here), as they head off to college and pursue their dreams.

While some of the scholarships we administer are supported by donors such as the Codman Trustees and the Todd Family, the remainder are funded by you, the residents of Lincoln, who generously support these students by contributing regularly to our annual Spring fundraising appeal. These students are the recipients of Lincoln Community Scholarships.

These one-year Community Scholarships were originally established by a $1,000 donation to the town by Miss Fanny S. Campbell. Her desire with this initial donation to the Lincoln School Association in 1956 was to create the Lincoln Permanent Scholarship Fund. Since then, the Committee has worked to build upon Miss Campbell’s legacy so that we may support Lincoln graduates in the best way we can. Thus began our annual fundraising appeal. We rely solely on your donations to administer the Lincoln Community Scholarships and we are incredibly grateful for the folks who recognize that there is real need in Lincoln and that investing in our children is our greatest hope for the future we desire.

This year we had a larger than normal pool of applicants, all of whom brought enthusiasm, intelligence, and promise to our table. They also brought significant financial need as well as a number of instances of overcoming personal challenges that make their journeys more challenging. We were able to support these students, though we always wish we could provide more support, especially as college costs continue to escalate.

We have the privilege and joy of interviewing each applicant, and hearing their stories. These are amazingly talented young Lincoln residents who clearly have drive and purpose. We would love to be able to give them even more, but we can’t do that without your continuing support.

These scholarship recipients are likely your neighbors, your babysitters, your lifeguards, or your volunteers at local events. We would like to share below one note of gratitude (with her permission) from a June 2026 recipient of a Community Scholarship. While Kaylynn’s note was handwritten, we have typed it up for easier publication. When you read it you will understand the time it took her to write this gracious and grateful note to you all. When she handed it to me, she said it was for the people of Lincoln. Enjoy and please consider donating to support future scholars from Lincoln. Donations can be sent to Lincoln Scholarship Committee, PO Box 6283, Lincoln, MA 01773 or clicking here.

Thank you, yet again, to all who have already generously supported our children.

Dwyer is chair of the Lincoln Scholarship Committee trustees. 

Dear kind person,

Thank you for your generosity and for investing in students like me. I am truly honored to be selected as a recipient of the Community Scholarship.

Receiving this award means more to me than I can fully express. As someone raised in a single-parent household, I have seen firsthand how sacrifice and hard work can open doors, but I have also learned that determination alone cannot pay a college tuition bill. Every scholarship, regardless of the amount, makes a meaningful difference in my ability to pursue higher education and focus on my future.

Education has always been important to me. I moved from Indiana to Massachusetts in search of greater educational opportunities and a community that would challenge me to grow. I like to think I have an Indiana heart and a Massachusetts open mind. Indiana taught me resilience, gratitude, and the true value of community, while Massachusetts encouraged me to ask questions, advocate for others, and dream bigger than I ever thought was possible.

Throughout high school, I have dedicated myself to academics, advocacy, writing as an aspiring author, theater, and volunteer tutoring while working toward my goal of making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. This fall, I will be attending Haverford College. As exciting as this opportunity is, it also comes with financial responsibilities that remain even after receiving significant financial aid. Your scholarship helps make that opportunity more accessible and allows me to begin this next chapter of my life with greater confidence and less financial uncertainty.

I hope to pursue a career in law, particularly in advocacy and civil rights. I am passionate about ensuring that people (especially those whose voices are often overlooked) have access to representation, opportunity, and justice. The opportunities I have been given have inspired me to create opportunities for others, and your support brings me one step closer to that goal.

Your generosity is a reminder that there are people willing to invest in the dreams of students. At a time when college can feel financially daunting, your support gives both financial help and encouragement/hope.

One day, I hope to be in a position to give back in the same way. I want to support students with the same big dreams, difficult circumstances, and determination to keep going. Until then, please know that your kindness is making a genuine difference in my life.

Thank you again for your generosity and belief in my future. I am deeply grateful.

With much gratitude,

Kaylynn Ellison

“My Turn” is a forum for readers to offer their letters to the editor or views on any subject of interest to other Lincolnians. Submissions must be signed with the writer’s name and street address and sent via email to lincolnsquirrelnews@gmail.com. Items will be edited for punctuation, spelling, style, etc., and will be published at the discretion of the editor. Submissions containing personal attacks, errors of fact, or other inappropriate material will not be published.

Legal notice: ZBA (July 9, 2026 hearing)

 

LEGAL NOTICE — ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

The Zoning Board of the Appeals of the Town of Lincoln will hold a virtual online public hearing Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 7:00 P.M to hear and to act on the following petitions under the Zoning Bylaws:

New:

  • David and Angela Fine, 109 Lexington Rd., M/P 133-46-0 for renewal of a special permit for an accessory apartment.
  • Srinivas Anantha, 127 Bedford Rd., M/P 119-47-0 for a special permit to remove existing structure and construct a new residence. 

Anyone wishing to be heard on this matter should be present at the designated time and place.

» Zoom link

Meeting ID: 92780169188       Password: 735886

Note that legal notices often must be posted twice by law. For previous legal notices and details on how to submit a legal notice to the Lincoln Squirrel, click here.