Sharon

SHARON — After multiple budget workshops that scrutinized each expense line, the Board of Selectmen approved the final draft of a proposed Sharon budget for the 2022-23 year at their regular meeting on Tuesday, March 8.

SHARON — Following a brief discussion, the Sharon selectmen voted unanimously at their regular meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 22, to sign the five-year municipal waste disposal contract offered by MIRA (Materials Innovation Recovery Authority) in Hartford.

SHARON — With more young families settling in the region, there are likely to be more babies to be counted in the mix. Meeting the projected demand, Sharon OB-GYN Associates has welcomed a new physician to their practice, Dr. William Schweizer, who has moved full-time to Cornwall and is enthusiastic about serving the community’s needs.

SHARON — Three well-known farmers from area towns will take part in a discussion about farming and climate change on Saturday, Feb. 26, from 4 to 5 p.m.

SHARON — Open to the possibilities of alternative energy resources, the Board of Selectmen approved signing a contract with CT Green Bank Solar at their regular meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 8.

SHARON —Applications from two local organizations for ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) funding were approved by the Board of Selectmen at their regular meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 8.

SHARON — By unanimous vote, residents approved a town expenditure to support the Hotchkiss Library of Sharon’s $3 million expansion project at a town meeting on Thursday, Jan. 27, held at Sharon Center School.