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Sewer board approves lab testing contract; addresses sewage release.

Wareham Sewer Commissioners approve lab testing contract and correct $3.5 million article. The board unanimously approved a one-year R.I. Analytical contract effective July 1, 2026, capped at $50,000 for plant testing. Chair Jim Giberti and members also unanimously adopted a corrected Town Meeting

Zoning Board approves two special permits; continues two variance hearings.

Wareham Zoning Board approves special permits for Union Street and Barnes Street properties. Acting Chair Jim Eacobacci presided as the board voted unanimously to approve a special permit converting 9 Union Street back to a two-family structure with minor external additions, on condition of

Select Board declares dogs nuisance animals, imposes six-point restraint order

Select Board unanimously designates three dogs nuisance animals under state law. Chair Sarah Corbitt, Clerk Judith Whiteside, Marcus Gomes, and Joseph Still heard testimony from Animal Control Officer Kelly Jarabek, dog owner Denise Gottwald, her stepson Joseph Lewis, and neighbor Lynne Velozo

Recycling Committee approves reimbursements, plans new shed rules.

Wareham Recycling Committee approves $644.58 in reimbursements for new shed equipment. Treasurer Amanda Cobb requested repayment for $359.94 in composters, $183.49 in shelving materials, and $101.15 in painting supplies; Chair Jennifer Gady motioned and the committee voted unanimously to approve

Board of Health approves septic variance and tattoo permit.

The Wareham Board of Health approved a septic system variance and a tattoo practitioner permit at its May 20 meeting. Chairwoman Amy Wiegandt, M.D., and members Patrick Tropeano and David Klenert approved a revised septic plan for 106 Squaws Path with a relocating the system to the front corner of