# Pembroke Citizen Journal
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## Posts
- [September 1 Primary Results](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/town-hall/september-1-primary-results.md) - Unofficial results from Pembroke's Sept. 1 state primary, including contested races and write-in tallies, as published by the Town Clerk.
- [Weekly Digest - September 4, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/weekly-digest-september-4-2026.md) - Here are this week's top stories, curated by our editorial team. September 11 Memorial Ceremony The Pembroke Community Services Department will be hosting a 9/11 memorial service on Friday, September 11, starting at 9:45 am at the Community Center Bandstand on the Town Green. Memorial Ceremony reme…
- [Trash Talk ♻️ Paper Cups Are Recyclable!](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/trash-talk-paper-cups-are-recyclable.md) - Recycling facilities are constantly innovating to overcome the many hurdles in waste management. They are developing new ways to recycle items once relegated to landfills. The article https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/trash-talk-food-in-recycling/ mentions that pizza boxes and yogurt containers, p…
- [Pembroke Real Estate Snapshot - September 4, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/business/pembroke-real-estate-snapshot-september-4-2026.md) - A look at this week's real estate sales in Pembroke.
- [Flock camera presentation delayed at Select Board Meeting](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/town-hall/flock-camera-presentation-delayed.md) - The August 26 Select Board meeting agenda included a presentation on the Flock camera system, which had to be postponed until September 23. The rest of the agenda was followed as posted. Chairman John Brown opened the meeting with an announcement from the Fire Chief that there will be a 9/11 ceremo…
- [Zserbo Bakery owner signs copies of latest cookbook](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/zserbo-bakery-book-signing.md) - Prosecco flowed at Zserbo Bakery recently to celebrate a book signing, the publication of Zserbo's Best by bakery owner Anita Borbely With plenty of customer favorites, the beautifully illustrated cookbook features Hungarian pastries like Raspberry Linzer cookies and Dobos Torta, traditional soups…
- [Pet of the Week, September 4, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/pet-of-the-week-september-4-2026.md) - Meet Emmie & Bailey, this week's PCJ Pets of the Week. Would you like your pet to be selected as the PCJ pet of the week? We Need Your Pet Pics! Email us your pictures with "Pet of the Week" in the subject (any type of pet, from any town is eligible) and maybe you'll see your pet featured here. Ple…
- [Smile](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/schools/school-picture-day-2026.md) - Legacy Studios, the Pembroke High School school photographer, will be at PHS for School Picture Day on Tuesday, September 8. Students will have their pictures taken during their Math classes this year. Period 6 does not meet that day so, students with P6 math will have their picture taken during ou…
- [Memorial Ceremony remembers September 11, 2001](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/memorial-ceremony-remembers-september-11-2001.md) - Everyone born before 1995 remembers where they were on September 11, 2001. Whether at work, school, in your car, or just near a radio or television, the day left an indelible mark on our country's collective memory. The Pembroke Community Services Department will be hosting a 9/11 memorial service…
- [Police Blotter: August 21 - August 28, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/public-safety/police-blotter-august-21-august-28-2026.md) - Pembroke Police recorded 81 calls for service during the week, including one arrest, five crashes, three larceny reports and 11 traffic stops.
- [Pembroke High School Athletics Week of September 7 - 12, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/schools/phs-athletics-september-7-september-12-2026.md) - School athletics have begun and we are posting the schedule for the week ending September 12, 2026
- [Pembroke Celebrates with Fireworks](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/events/pembroke-ce.md) - For more information, please visit Pembroke Celebrates' website: Pembroke Celebrates! | HomeCelebrating those that volunteer & work for the town of Pembroke with a great FIREWORKS display!Pembroke Celebrates
- [Herring Run Quilter's Guild 2026 Quilt Show](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/events/herring-run-quilters-guild-2026-quilt-show.md) - 2026 Quilt Show – Herring Run Quilt GuildHerring Run Quilt Guild
- [Weekly Digest - August 28, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/weekly-digest-august-28-2026.md) - Here are this week's top stories, curated by our editorial team. Primary Elections September 1 This coming Tuesday is primary day in Massachusetts. Read more about how to get out and vote and who is running on the ballots. Primary Day is September 1This Tuesday September 1 is primary day in Massach…
- [Big Bass are Bite’n in Pembroke](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/big-bass-are-biten-in-pembroke.md) - A frequent question residents of Pembroke hear when visitors see our fresh water ponds is, “Can you fish in that pond?” The answer is an unequivocal - Yes! Over the past month the MetroWest Car Topper Opens, a fishing club located in Metro West Massachusetts, proved this to be true when they conduc…
- [Marshfield Fair to honor veterans with Quilts of Valor in its 158th year](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/marshfield-fair-opens-for-the-158th-year.md) - The Marshfield Fair is open for another year of fun, food, animals, gardening and crafts. This year, they are adding honors for veterans through the Quilts of Valor program. The Fair is full of the usual events, with something for everyone. For the agricultural minded, there is ox-pulling, poultry…
- [Police Blotter: August 14 - August 21, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/public-safety/police-blotter-august-14-august-21-2026.md) - Pembroke Police handled 100 logged calls during the reporting period.
- [Friends Meeting House Open to All](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/friends-meeting-house-open-to-all.md) - The Friends Meeting House held their annual open house this past weekend, inviting the public to come in to see the oldest meeting house in Massachusetts and the 3rd oldest in the United States.
- [Words on Wheels from Pembroke Public Library](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/words-on-wheels-from-pembroke-public-library.md) - Pembroke Public Library and Pembroke Senior Services have teamed up to bring you the Words on Wheels home delivery program! This popular service allows library patrons to receive up to six library items delivered to their door twice every month. To get started all you have to do is fill out a short…
- [Experience the Pembroke Art Festival Again With a Virtual Tour](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/arts-festival-video-2026.md) - Did you miss the art displays at the 2026 Pembroke Art Festival? Well click the link below and take a virtual walk through the wonderful art submitted by local artists.
- [Pet of the Week, August 28, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/pet-of-the-week-august-28-2026.md) - Meet Black Kitty, this week's PCJ Pet of the Week. Would you like your pet to be selected as the PCJ pet of the week? We Need Your Pet Pics! Email us your pictures with "Pet of the Week" in the subject (any type of pet, from any town is eligible) and maybe you'll see your pet featured here. Please…
- [Primary Day is September 1](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/town-hall/2026-election-primary.md) - This Tuesday September 1 is primary day in Massachusetts. While many races are uncontested, there are a few stand out races that voters will decide ahead of the midterm elections in November. At the top of the Republican primary ballot are two hopefuls for the office of Governor, Mike Minogue and B…
- [Pembroke Real Estate Snapshot - August 28, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/business/pembroke-real-estate-snapshot-august-28-2026.md) - A look at this week's real estate sales in Pembroke.
- [Barbara "Mimi" Leary](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/obituaries/barbara-leary.md) - March 15, 1949 – August 25, 2026
- [Trash Talk ♻️ NEVER Bag Recyclables](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/trash-talk-never-bag-recyclables.md) - Plastic bags are the most prominent contaminant in Pembroke’s recycling. Never place plastic bags of any kind in curbside recycling bins. It is important to understand why. Thin plastics such as bags, mailers, bubble wrap, and case wrap (paper towel pacakaging) can clog and break sorting machinery.…
- [Weekly Digest - August 21, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/weekly-digest-august-21-2026.md) - Here are this week's top stories, curated by our editorial team. UKTS Open House Did you know that Pembroke has a traditional wood fired Finnish Sauna along the banks of Furnace Pond? A Wonderful “Finnish” to a Fun Day in Pembroke“The sauna is the poor man’s pharmacy.” - Traditional Finnish sayingP…
- [Police Blotter: August 7 – August  13,  2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/public-safety/police-blotter-august-7-august-13-2026.md) - During the week of Friday, August 7 through Thursday, August 13, Pembroke Police responded to a variety of calls including an arrest, crashes, fraud complaints, larceny, vandalism, animal complaints and traffic enforcement. Note: All persons arrested are presumed innocent unless and until proven gu…
- [New Cell Phone Policies Adopted for Pembroke Public Schools](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/schools/new-cell-phone-policy-for-pembroke-public-schools.md) - One of the most important (and often overlooked) rituals ahead of the start of the school year is a close reading of the latest student handbooks. This is especially true this year as the Pembroke School Committee has established new cell phone policies. PCJ interviewed school committee member Katr…
- [Voting Machines Tested Ahead of the Primary Elections](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/town-hall/voting-machines-tested-before-primary.md) - The tabulators that Pembroke will use to count ballots in the Sept. 1 state primary ran a test batch of 50 ballots at Town Hall on Monday, part of a public accuracy check the Town Clerk's office conducts before every election. Notice was posted 48 hours in advance so residents could observe. The sa…
- [Pet of the Week, August 21, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/pet-of-the-week-august-21-2026.md) - Meet Evie "Mama", this week's PCJ Pet of the Week. Would you like your pet to be selected as the PCJ pet of the week? Email us up to three pictures with "Pet of the Week" in the subject (any type of pet, from any town is eligible) and maybe you'll see your pet featured here. Please include your pet…
- [Pembroke Real Estate Snapshot - August 20, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/business/pembroke-real-estate-snapshot-august-20-2026.md) - A look at this week's real estate sales in Pembroke.
- [A Wonderful “Finnish” to a Fun Day in Pembroke](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/ukts-open-house-2026.md) - “The sauna is the poor man’s pharmacy.” - Traditional Finnish saying
- [Question of the Week, August 21, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/question-of-the-week-august-21-2026.md) - Welcome to the PCJ question of the week. Each week we will be asking people a question and posting their answers here. Keep a look out for our reporters if you want your voice heard! We were at the UKTS open house on Saturday, August 15, 2026 to help celebrate their 100 year anniversary in Pembroke…
- [Marshfield Fair](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/events/marshfield-fair-2026.md) - The 2026 Marshfield Fair will be held on August 21 – 30, 2026. For more information, visit https://marshfieldfair.org/
- [Pembroke High School Band Camp Prepares for Marching Season](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/schools/band-camp-2026.md) - This past week saw the PHS marching band unit getting ready for the opening of the field marching year. Band Camp, which from Monday, August 10 through Friday, August 14 is meant to prime all members of the marching band for a performance schedule that will run during the school calendar. Each day…
- [Weekly Digest - August 14, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/weekly-digest-august-14-2026.md) - Here are this week's top stories, curated by our editorial team. Barn Collapse on Valley Street A large barn that was under construction on Valley Street collapsed late Thursday afternoon, seriously injuring three construction workers. Barn Collapses on Valley Street, Seriously Injuring ThreeThree…
- [Question of the Week, August 14, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/question-of-the-week-august-14-2026.md) - Welcome to the PCJ question of the week. Each week we will be asking people a question and posting their answers here. Keep a look out for our reporters if you want your voice heard! We were at the Pembroke Arts Festival on Saturday, August 8, 2026 and we asked: "Why do you think art is important?"…
- [Pet of the Week, August 14, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/pet-of-the-week-august-14-2026.md) - Meet Nina, this week's PCJ Pet of the Week. Would you like your pet to be selected as the PCJ pet of the week? Email us up to three pictures with "Pet of the Week" in the subject (any type of pet is eligible) and maybe you'll see your pet featured here. Please include your pet's name and age, anyth…
- [Police Blotter: July 31 – August 7, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/public-safety/police-blotter-july-31-august-7-2026.md) - During the week of Friday, July 31 through Friday, August 7, 2026, the Pembroke Police Department responded to a variety of calls for service.
- [BESS Developer Asks Court to Void ZBA Decision, Declare Site Plan Final](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/town-hall/developer-moves-to-end-bess-suit.md) - With the town already conceding the point, the developer behind the 48 Schoosett Street battery storage project has asked a Land Court judge to end the case without reaching the fire safety questions that prompted the town's review.
- [Pembroke Arts Festival Had Something for Everyone](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/pembroke-arts-festival-2026.md) - The 59th annual Pembroke Arts Festival returned to the Community Center on August 8 and 9 with a host of activities catering to young and old alike. In addition to a juried art show and a Young Artists Gallery featuring the work of artists throughout the South Shore, the PAF committee incorporated…
- [Trash Talk ♻️ Sharps: A Growing Household Waste Concern](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/trash-talk-sharps.md) - When most people think of sharps—needles, syringes, and other devices used to inject medication—they often associate them with illicit drug use. That association can be dangerous. Millions of Americans self-inject medications at home and are responsible for properly disposing of this biohazard wast…
- [Town Hall - What Do They Do? - Zoning Board of Appeals](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/town-hall/town-hall-about-zoning-board-of-appeals.md) - If you've ever needed to build a fence, or wanted to run a business from your home, then you're already familiar with the town's Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA). But if not, read on to learn more about what this board does and why you might need it. Lindsey Mace is the shared Assistant to the Plannin…
- [Barn Collapses on Valley Street, Seriously Injuring Three](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/public-safety/valley-street-barn-collapse.md) - Three construction workers were seriously injured Thursday when a barn under construction collapsed at 221 Valley Street, according to a Pembroke Fire Department press release. The fire department responded around 5 p.m. to the scene and found an 80-foot by 100-foot barn had collapsed. All three in…
- [UKTS Finnish Camp 100th Anniversary](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/events/ukts-finnish-camp-100th-anniversary.md)
- [Melbourne A. Lane](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/obituaries/melbourne-a-lane.md) - February 4, 1941 – August 10, 2026
- [Weekly Digest - August 7, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/weekly-digest-august-7-2026.md) - Here are this week's top stories, curated by our editorial team. ZipTrip Comes to Pembroke The Boston 25 ZipTrip came to Pembroke last week and we were there to take in the sights and sounds of the event. ZipTrip Returns to PembrokeAfter 17 years, the Fox 25 News ZipTrip returned to Pembroke on Fri…
- [Judge Declines to End BESS Lawsuit, Sets Schedule for Arguments](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/town-hall/judge-declines-to-dismiss-bess-suit.md) - With both the developer and the town seeking an end to the case, a Land Court judge has ruled that dismissing it would not clear the way for the 48 Schoosett Street battery storage project, and set a schedule for arguments.
- [Community Center News 8/7](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/community-center-news-8-7.md) - Looking for something new to do with your kids this August? On August 18, 2026 at 5pm there will be a family workout "Summer Sweat and Stretch" where families can come together for some strength and cardio training followed by yoga and stretching. To sign up follow this link. SNL sports will be off…
- [Pet of the Week, August 7, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/pet-of-the-week-august-7-2026.md) - Meet Jocko Spartacus. Would you like your pet to be selected as the PCJ pet of the week? Email us up to three pictures with "Pet of the Week" in the subject (any type of pet is eligible) and maybe you'll see your pet featured here. Please include your pet's name and age, anything interesting you'd…
- [Pembroke Real Estate Snapshot - August 7, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/business/pembroke-real-estate-snapshot-august-7-2026.md) - A look at this week's real estate sales in Pembroke.
- [Trash Talk: E-Cigarettes and Vapes](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/trash-talk-e-cigarettes-and-vapes.md) - Cigarette butts are the most littered plastic item in the world, with trillions discarded improperly each year. Flicked from moving vehicles or dropped on the ground and crushed underfoot, they are often treated as harmless litter. In reality, cigarette filters are made from cellulose acetate, a sy…
- [Police Blotter: July 24 – July 31, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/public-safety/police-blotter-july-24-july-31-2026.md) - During the week of Friday, July 24, through Friday, July 31, 2026, the Pembroke Police Department responded to a wide variety of calls for service.
- [Coming Soon - The Sights and Sounds of Pembroke](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/coming-soon-sights-and-sounds-of-pembroke.md) - Orlando Cavallo and Bob Kenney from the Pembroke Citizen Journal announce an upcoming PCJ project, The Sights and Sounds of Pembroke.
- [Town Hall - What do they do?  Board of Health and Health Agent](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/town-hall/about-board-of-health-and-health-agent.md) - The Board of Health (BOH), and the Health Agent, are responsible for a wide array of health and safety issues that affect the residents of the Town of Pembroke, and that the public may not associate as a function of the department. Lisa Cullity has been the Health Agent in Pembroke for 16 years, ha…
- [Buddy and Friends Open House - a day of fun and furry friends](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/buddy-and-friends-open-house.md) - The sights and sounds from Buddy and Friends open house
- [ZipTrip Returns to Pembroke](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/ziptrip-returns-to-pembroke.md) - After 17 years, the Fox 25 News ZipTrip returned to Pembroke on Friday, July 31, 2026. Scattered across the Pembroke Community Center lawn were local merchants and businesses, non-profit organizations, restaurants and more. Perfect weather allowed visitors to comfortably enjoy food and entertainmen…
- [Question of the Week, August 7, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/question-of-the-week-august-7-2026.md) - Welcome to the PCJ question of the week. Each week we will be asking people a question and posting their answers here. Keep a look out for our reporters if you want your voice heard! This week were at Buddy and Friends Animal Rescue for their open house on Saturday, August 1, 2026 and we asked: "Wh…
- [Eleanor R. Lockwood](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/obituaries/eleanor-r-lockwood.md) - May 31, 1946 – August 5, 2026
- [Weekly Digest - July 31, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/weekly-digest-july-31-2026.md) - Here are this week's top stories, curated by our editorial team. BESS Lawsuit Brought to Land Court While the proposed BESS project on Schoosett Street has largely fallen out of public attention following the ZBA decision in April, the legal proceedings continue in a lawsuit brought by the develope…
- [Police Promotions, Code of Conduct discussed at Select Board meeting](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/town-hall/police-promotions-code-of-conduct-discussed-at-select-board.md) - The Select Board had a full agenda on July 29, 2026, including the promotion of two police officers and a discussion regarding the code of conduct for the Board. Police Chief Wendy LaPierre introduced the officers receiving promotions and Town Clerk Andraea Cesarini administered the oath of office…
- [It's hot now, but do you remember Frozen Pembroke?](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/remember-frozen-pembroke.md) - July in New England comes with hot, humid temperatures sometimes reaching into the 100 degree range. As people head to the beach, turn up the air conditioners, turn on the sprinklers or head for cooler climes, it's nice to remember just five short months ago Pembroke was buried in snow and temperat…
- [Pet of the Week, July 31, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/pet-of-the-week-july-31-2026.md) - Meet Sid and Peaches, this week's PCJ Pets of the Week! Would you like your pet to be selected as the PCJ pet of the week? Email us up to three pictures with "Pet of the Week" in the subject (any type of pet is eligible) and maybe you'll see your pet featured here. Please include your pet's name an…
- [Pembroke Arts Festival Offers Fun for the Whole Family](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/arts-festival-coming-2026.md) - The 59th iteration of the Pembroke Arts Festival will take place in and around the Pembroke Community Center Aug. 7 through 9. The festival gets underway Friday, Aug. 7 from 6-9 p.m. with two awards ceremonies – adult and young artists – and an opportunity for a first look at the juried adult show…
- [Question of the Week, July 31, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/question-of-the-week-july-31-2026.md) - Welcome to the PCJ question of the week. Each week we will be asking people a question and posting their answers here. Keep a look out for our reporters if you want your voice heard! We were at the American Legion family cookout on Wednesday the 22nd and asked: "Who is the funniest person, comedian…
- [Trash Talk: Recycling Numbers Explained](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/trash-talk-recycling-numbers-explained.md) - What do the numbers mean on the bottom of plastic containers?
- [Community Center News 7/31](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/community-center-news-7-31.md) - Tax season is well behind us but looking ahead it is important to know that Pembroke Senior Services offers no-cost? help with tax preparation. AARP Foundation is looking for and preparing volunteers year round. If you would like to help older adults in your community please reach out at 888-AARP-N…
- [Police Blotter: July 17 – July 24, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/public-safety/police-blotter-july-17-july-24-2026.md) - During the week of Friday, July 17 through Thursday, July 24, 2026, the Pembroke Police logged approximately 265 calls for service.
- [Why Art? Why Music?](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/schools/pembroke-performing-arts.md) - The Visual and Performing Arts department of the Pembroke School System has the potential to impact every student in the school system. Gwynne Chapman, Director of Fine and Performing Arts at Pembroke Community Middle School (PCMS) and Pembroke High School (PHS), recently sat down with the Pembroke…
- [Pembroke Zoning Board Agrees Resident Lacked Standing to Challenge BESS](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/town-hall/zba-settles-in-bess-lawsuit.md) - With the town and developer settling on the question of her standing, one self-represented Pembroke resident is left as the last party contesting the 48 Schoosett Street battery storage project in the Land Court case.
- [Warrant to Open for Fall Special Town Meeting](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/town-hall/fall-special-town-meeting-warrant-opens-2026.md) - The warrant for the Fall Special Town meeting will open on August 10 and will close on August 14, as voted by the Select Board on July 15, 2026. This means town departments and citizens will have five days to submit their warrant articles to the Town Clerk's office for review. Special Town Meeting…
- [Arthur “Art” Freeman](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/obituaries/arthur-art-freeman.md) - Feb 20, 1950 – Jul 30, 2026
- [Donald W Shaw](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/obituaries/donald-w-shaw.md) - Jan 29, 1943 – Jul 26, 2026
- [Weekly Digest - July 24, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/weekly-digest-july-24-2026.md) - Here are this week's top stories, curated by our editorial team. Boston 25 Zip Trip Coming to Pembroke Pembroke will welcome the Zip Trip team on July 31 from 7am to 10am outside the Pembroke Community Center. Details below. Zip Trip comes to Pembroke July 31Fox 25 Boston is coming Pembroke. The po…
- [Apply for Your Passport at the Pembroke Public Library](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/passports-at-library.md) - Are you traveling out of the country soon, or do you just want to be ready in case plans come up? You can apply for a United States passport at the Pembroke Public Library! We process applications by appointment every day that the library is open--including evenings and Saturdays. With trained pass…
- [Family Fun at the American Legion Cookout](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/american-legion-cookout.md) - American Legion Post 143 in Pembroke opened its doors to the public for a cookout that included good food, raffles, games and delicious deserts. Vice Commander Kathleen Keegan served as the master of ceremonies, organizing the corn hole tournament and raffles. Located at the Bryantville Meeting hou…
- [Town Hall - What do they do?  Assessors' Department](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/town-hall/about-assessors-department.md) - The Assessors' Department is responsible for assessing and maintaining the property valuation records within the Town of Pembroke, but they are also responsible for other aspects of the town revenue oversight. They strive to educate citizens about available exemption programs and to monitor excise…
- [Pet of the Week, July 24, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/pet-of-the-week-july-24-2026.md) - Meet Jinx, this week's PCJ Pet of the Week. Would you like your pet to be selected as the PCJ pet of the week? Email us up to three pictures with "Pet of the Week" in the subject (any type of pet is eligible) and maybe you'll see your pet featured here. Please include your pet's name and age, anyth…
- [Friends Forever Memoriam - Aramis](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/friends-forever-memoriam-aramis.md) - "They may leave our lives, but they never leave our hearts." (anonymous proverb) Thank you for stopping by the PCJ Pet Memorial Page. The animals in our lives can be so much more than a pet. For many they are family. They touch our hearts and bring joy. But like a flickering candle their time in ou…
- [Zip Trip comes to Pembroke July 31](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/zip-trip-2026.md) - Fox 25 Boston is coming Pembroke. The popular segment that highlights a different town on Fridays during the summer will cast its gaze our way next Friday, July 31, 2026. We contacted Fox 25 for details and got this statement. "Boston 25 Morning News is taking its Zip Trip live broadcast to Pembrok…
- [Police Blotter: July 10 – July 17, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/public-safety/police-blotter-july10-july17-2026.md) - During the week of Friday July 10 through Thursday July 17, 2026, the Pembroke Police logged approximately 289 calls of service.
- [Weekly Digest - July 17, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/weekly-digest-july-17-2026.md) - Here are this week's top stories, curated by our editorial team. Pembroke's Town Clock Winder Many readers have probably seen the line item on Town Meeting Warrants and always wondered what the job entailed. We got an exclusive look inside the First Church steeple, where Pembroke's Clock Winder has…
- [The Pembroke Citizen Journal Wants You!](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/the-pembroke-citizen-journal-wants-you.md) - Are you interested in journalism? Would you like to get real time experience writing for a local paper? Would you like to join our team at the Pembroke Citizen Journal? We're looking for enthusiastic individuals to become citizen journalists. We here at the Journal are having an informal, informati…
- [Trash Talk: Shirt? NO! Clothing and fabrics are not allowed in trash or recycling.](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/trash-talk-clothing-in-trash.md) - Clothing, fabrics, shoes, and other textiles are not allowed in recycling or trash. They should be donated, thrifted, or recycled at one of the town's designated drop offs.
- [Town Hall... What do they do?  Affordable Housing Commission](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/town-hall/about-affordable-housing-commission.md) - "The Pembroke Affordable Housing Committee was established by the Select Board on March 2, 1987 at the request of the Housing Authority. This allowed Pembroke to enter into the Mass Housing Partnership Program, thereby creating the forerunner to the Affordable Housing Committee, or the Pembroke Hou…
- [Pet of the Week, July 17 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/pet-of-the-week-july-17-2026.md) - Would you like your pet to be selected as the PJC pet of the week? Email us up to three pictures with "Pet of the Week" in the subject (any type of pet is eligible) and maybe you'll see your pet featured here. Please include your pet's name and age, anything interesting you'd like to share, and you…
- [Community Center News - July 15, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/community-center-news-7-15-2026.md) - South Shore Sport Psych is offering "Athlete Leadership Academy" at the Community Center for middle school and high school athletes. This is a four week program, ideal for athletes looking to strengthen their leadership abilities, build confidence, and make a positive impact both on and off the fie…
- [Still Winding After All These Years](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/clock-winder.md) - All about Pembroke's Town Clock Winder
- [Check Your Mailbox](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/town-hall/check-your-mailbox.md) - The Massachusetts Elections Division mailed out the official 2026 Vote By Mail cards this week.
- [Police Blotter: July 3 – July 10, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/public-safety/police-blotter-july3-july10-2026.md) - During the week of Friday July 3 through Thursday July 10, 2026, the Pembroke Police logged approximately 243 calls of service.
- [James Walter Kelley](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/obituaries/james-walter-kelley.md) - August 1, 1936 – July 16, 2026
- [John C. Dolim, Sr.](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/obituaries/john-c-dolim-sr.md) - January 17, 1946 – July 11, 2026
- [Weekly Digest - July 10, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/weekly-digest-july-10-2026.md) - Here are this week's top stories, curated by our editorial team. Pembroke Celebrates 250 Years of Declared Independence All across town, residents celebrated Independence Day. The heat was the thing to beat, but it didn't stop Oldham Pond's pontoon parade or other festivities. Pembroke Celebrates I…
- [Check Out a "Thing" at the Pembroke Public Library](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/public-library-of-things.md) - Did you know that the Pembroke Public Library has a collection of “Things” you can check out? These non-traditional library items and kits can be borrowed by anyone age 18 and over for up to two weeks. We have plenty of Things that can help enhance your outdoor summer fun! Make your cookout even mo…
- [Trash Talk: What's the Deal with Black Plastic?](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/trash-talk-black-plastic.md) - Black plastic is not allowed in curbside recycling.
- [Pembroke Celebrates Independence Day](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/independence-day-2026.md) - Neighbors gathered around Oldham Pond this Fourth of July for an afternoon of sun and small-town celebration.
- [Pet of the Week, July 10, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/pet-of-the-week-july-10-2026.md) - Meet Roxie and Stella, this week's PCJ Pets of the Week. Will your pet be selected as PJC pet of the week? Email us up to three pictures with "Pet of the Week" in the subject and maybe you'll see your pet featured here. Please include your pet's name and age, anything interesting you'd like to shar…
- [Veterans Memorial Park Renovation Plans Presented to the Public](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/veterans-memorial-park-renovation.md) - Pembroke's Veterans Memorial Park Revitalization Working Group recently presented plans for renovation to the public.
- [Community Center News 7/10](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/community-center-news-7-10.md) - As summer heat continues, please remember the Community Center serves as a cooling station. Hours are Monday-Friday from 8 am to 9 pm, Saturday from 9 am to 3 pm, and Sunday 9 am to 2 pm. Please check in on elderly neighbors and make sure they are taking good care of themselves. Reach out to Senior…
- [Pembroke School News - Summer 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/schools/news-summer-2026.md) - The 4th of July celebrations have ended and summer is in full swing. The Pembroke Public Schools hope you enjoy your time off and are also preparing for the 2026-2027 school year. Supply lists, summer reading assignments, camps and other resources are available to help students start the year off s…
- [Police Blotter: June 26 - July 2, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/public-safety/police-blotter-june26-july2-2026.md) - During the week of Friday June 26 through Thursday July 2, 2026, the Pembroke Police logged approximately 281 calls of service.
- [Helen Anna Wright](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/obituaries/helen-anna-wright.md) - July 12, 1943 – July 5, 2026
- [Weekly Digest - July 3, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/weekly-digest-july-3-2026.md) - Here are this week's top stories, curated by our editorial team. Wendy LaPierre Sworn in as New Chief of Police Pembroke has a new Chief of Police, but her presence here in town is anything but new. Chief LaPierre, former Deputy Chief and Pembroke's first female Chief of Police, was sworn in at the…
- [Pet of the Week, July 3, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/pet-of-the-week-july-3-2026.md) - Meet Tucker, this week's PCJ Pet of the Week. Will your pet be selected as the PJC pet of the week? Email us up to three pictures with "Pet of the Week" in the subject and maybe you'll see your pet featured here. Please include your pet's name and age, anything interesting you'd like to share about…
- [Town Hall... What do they do? Advisory Committee](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/town-hall/about-advisory-committee.md) - Many residents who have attended Town Meeting are familiar with the table at the front of the auditorium where members of the Advisory Committee sit during the meeting. But how did they get to be seated there, and what purpose does the Committee serve in the larger function of our town government?…
- [Work on Pembroke Public Safety Buildings on Track](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/public-safety/public-safety-buildings-progress.md) - Three years ago, Pembroke voters approved funding for a major investment in Pembroke’s public safety infrastructure, which is being used to co-locate state-of-the-art police and fire stations at the corner of Barker and Washington streets. The new buildings mark a major investment in Pembroke's pub…
- [Trash Talk: Food in the Recycling Bin - YUCK, NO!](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/trash-talk-food-in-recycling.md) - Food and liquid should never go in the recycling bin.
- [Weathering the Heat](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/weathering-the-heat.md) - This Fourth of July is predicated to be a hot one with temperatures possibly reaching into triple digits and the heat index making it feel even hotter. It's important to take precautions in heat like this. Residents are reminded that the Pembroke Community Center offers various spaces where residen…
- [America at 250](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/america-at-250.md) - This July 4th represents the 250th anniversary of the creation of the United States of America. Throughout the country, Americans will celebrate, parade, Bar-B-Q, and, hopefully, reflect on the history of our shared experience of 'The Great Experiment'. Residents of Pembroke share a significant pie…
- [Town Hall - What happened at that meeting?](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/town-hall/public-meetings.md) - Every sitting committee and board in the Town of Pembroke is required by the Open Meeting Law (https://www.mass.gov/the-open-meeting-law) to post agendas for meetings within 48 hours of the start of that meeting. The law also requires that "Notice shall be printed in a legible, easily understandabl…
- [Pembroke Farmers Market is Open for Business](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/business/pembroke-farmers-market-opens.md) - On a beautiful Saturday morning the Pembroke Farmers Market kicked off its second week of local fare to the sound of an acoustic guitar played by local musician Ric Allendorf. Located at the Pembroke Community Center on Center Street every other Saturday until September 26, the market features frie…
- [Community Center News 7/3](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/community-center-news-7-3.md) - Recreation Department offers an 8 week Summer Scene camp for students ages 5-13. Camp is Monday - Friday from 8:30-3:30 with extended morning and evening sessions if desired. There is still some availability; sign up soon if interested. There is also space for several of their summer field trips as…
- [Wendy LaPierre Sworn in as New Chief of Police](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/public-safety/wendy-lapierre-sworn-in.md) - Deputy Chief Wendy LaPierre was sworn in as Pembroke Chief of Police on Wednesday evening, July 1, 2026. She will replace retiring Chief Richard MacDonald and will be Pembroke's first female Chief. The ceremony was held in the Community Center, just prior to the start of the Select Board meeting. T…
- [Question of the Week - July 3, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/question-of-the-week-july-3-2026.md) - Welcome to our first PCJ question of the week. Each week we will be asking people a question and posting their answers here. Keep a look out for our reporters if you want your voice heard! We went to the Pembroke Farmers market and asked: What are your plans for the 4th of July?
- [Police Blotter: June 19 - June 25, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/public-safety/police-blotter-june19-june25-2026.md) - During the week of Friday June 19 through Thursday June 25, 2026, the Pembroke Police logged approximately 183 calls of service. Arrests Chad Morris, 50 years old, from Pembroke for a warrant. Daniel King, 45 years old, of Weymouth for motor vehicle offenses. Animal Control Received one report of a…
- [Gary G. Melanson](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/obituaries/gary-g-melanson.md) - December 5, 1952 – July 2, 2026
- [Weekly Digest - June 26, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/weekly-digest-june-26-2026.md) - Here are this week's top stories, curated by our editorial team. Recycling Audit - First Look at Results Pembroke's annual recycling audit is currently taking place through July 3. Unfortunately, the results so far are not what the town was hoping for. There's still time to improve our contaminatio…
- [Big Y Grand Opening](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/business/big-y-grand-opening.md) - Big Y in Pembroke held its grand opening June 18, with a "Big Bash" set for July 11 marking the company's 90th anniversary.
- [Save Money and Explore this Summer with a Museum Pass from the Library!](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/museum-passes.md) - Explore all summer-long with a Museum Pass from the Pembroke Public Library! We have passes that grant discounted or free admission to dozens of local museums, heritage sites, and popular attractions. With our museum passes, Pembroke patrons saved an estimated $16,316.63 last summer (June-August 20…
- [Community Center News](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/community-center-news-2.md) - Summer is in full swing at the Community Center. Seniors have an array of exercise classes, drop-in lunches, support and game groups. Stop in or take a look at their newsletter, The Pembroke Pioneer, for a complete schedule of offerings. New for seniors - open play Mahjong, every Friday from 10-12…
- [Police Blotter: June 12 - June 18, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/public-safety/police-blotter-june12-june18-2026.md) - During the week of Friday June 12 through Thursday June 18, 2026, the Pembroke Police logged approximately 330 calls of service. Animal Control Received six reports of animal bites: Woodbine Ave, Cedar Terrace, High Street, Dwelley Street, Juniper Lane and Elm Street. There were six complaints abou…
- [Pontoon Parade 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/events/pontoon-parade-2026.md)
- [A Visit to the Recycling Audit](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/visit-recycling-audit-2026.md) - Nicole Lydic, of Pembroke's Recycling and Sustainability Committee, describes her visit to the recycling audit on Monday June 22, 2026.
- [Pet of the Week, June 26, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/pet-of-the-week-june-26-2026.md) - Will your pet be selected as pet of the week? Email us a picture with "Pet of the Week" in the subject and maybe you'll see your pet featured here.
- [Robert "Rob" S. Lavoie](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/obituaries/robert-rob-s-lavoie.md) - Aug 5, 1950 – Jun 24, 2026
- [Pet of the Week, June 19, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/pet-of-the-week-june-19-2026.md) - Will your pet be selected as pet of the week? Email us a picture with "Pet of the Week" in the subject and maybe you'll see your pet featured here.
- [Paul Labbe](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/obituaries/paul-labbe.md) - January 6, 1946 – June 19, 2026
- [Summer Reading 2026 is Here!](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/summer-reading-2026-is-here.md) - Readers of all ages are invited to participate in Pembroke Public Library’s 2026 Summer Reading Program, “Plant a Seed, Read!”
- [Police Blotter: June 5 - June 11, 2026](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/public-safety/police-blotter-june5-june11.md) - During the week of Friday, June 5 through Thursday, June 11, 2026, the Pembroke Police logged approximately 218 calls of service. Animal Control received two reports of animal bites: Herring Brook Lane and Beebe Lane. There were two complaints about animals: One was on Mattakeesett Street and the o…
- [Curbside Recycling Audit Begins June 22](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/curbside-recycling-audit.md) - Pembroke’s curbside recycling program is audited by Waste Management at the municipal recycling facility in Avon. This year’s audit will begin on Monday, June 22 and continue through Friday, July 3.
- [Pembroke's Largest Water Balloon Fight](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/events-2.md)
- [Old Colony Planning Council to Host Public Meetings](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/old-colony-planning-council-to-host-public-meetings.md) - Old Colony Planning Council (OCPC) assists towns and cities in planning for present and future needs. OCPC includes 17 communities, including Pembroke. OCPC was established in part to address local challenges that cross city and town boundaries, like air and water pollution, transportation deficien…
- [Natural Wonders at the Pembroke Public Library](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/natural-wonders-at-the-pembroke-public-library.md) - The Pembroke Public Library is thrilled to be a recipient of the Massachusetts Cultural Council’s Creative Experiences Grant! In its very first year, this new grant program awarded Pembroke Library one of its maximum, $5,000 prizes for the in-house series, “Natural Wonders.” The mission of “Natural…
- [Take Some, Grow Some, Leave Some](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/community/take-some-grow-some-leave-some.md) - What is a Seed Library! Take what you need to learn and grow from these seed packets at the Pembroke Library.
- [Police Blotter: May 29 - June 5](https://pembrokecitizenjournal.com/public-safety/police-blotter-may29-june5.md) - During the week of Friday May 29 through Thursday June 4, 2026, the Pembroke Police logged approximately 232 calls of service. Animal Control received three complaints about animals; they were on Mill Pond Road, Schoosett Street and Dwelley Street. There was also a report of a lost pet on West Elm,…

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