City of Fitchburg

09/13/2026

🌧️ EVENT UPDATE: The Friends of Fitchburg Cemeteries’ “Poetry of the Bereaved” walking tour and paint-out at Dean Hill Cemetery has been cancelled due to heavy rain.

The event will be rescheduled, with a new date still to be determined.

This program will explore the stories and verses found on historic gravestones, including those of Revolutionary War veterans, young mothers and children, followed by a community paint-out with drawing supplies available.

Please stay tuned for the new date once it is announced.

Thank you to the Friends of Fitchburg Cemeteries and the Fitchburg Cultural Council for continuing to bring attention to the history found throughout our cemeteries.

Fitchburg City Councilor Sally Cragin Sally Cragin City of Fitchburg

09/12/2026

The Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth’s Office has begun mailing copies of the 2026 Information for Voters Guide. The guide explains all nine ballot questions appearing on the November 3, 2026 State Election ballot.

We encourage every voter to take the time to read the guide and understand the questions to make an informed decision on each one.

At the back of the book, you’ll find a handy Voter Checklist where you can mark your choices for the ballot questions and candidate races. You may bring the checklist with you when voting on Election Day or during In-Person Early Voting…or take a photo of it beforehand for easy reference.

Just remember: Please take your checklist with you when you leave the voting booth!

Link to booklet -

09/11/2026

The Department of Public Works advises residents of the following work that will be done, weather permitting, during the week of September 14, 2026.

Road Construction
Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (expect road closures, traffic delays and/or detours).

🚧Combination Sanitary Sewer/Storm Drain Separation Project
GVC will be performing the following work. Parking near the construction zones will not be allowed.
▪️New drainage installation on Mechanic Street, Main Street, Prospect Street, and View Street.

🚧Main Street Water Main Improvements
JA Polito will be performing the following work. Intersection closures and detours will be established as needed.
▪️Water main installation on High Street between Elm Street and Mechanic Street.
▪️Temporary water main installation on Laurel Street between Payson Street and Cross Street.
▪️Water service installation on Main Street between Mill Street and Blossom Street.

🚧Water Street Bridge Replacement
▪️MIG will be installing watermain on Water Street. Expect detours and traffic delays.

🚧Pipeline Replacement
▪️Unitil and its subcontractors Neuco and Path Mechanical will be conducting natural gas pipeline upgrade projects on Fairmount Street, Daniels Street, Cliff Street, Beeckman Street, Salem Street, Granite Street, Spruce Street, Birch Street, Hale Street, Lynn Street, Hasset Street, Canton Street, Blossom Street, Ross Street, Pearl Street, and Day Street.

🚧Main Street (from West Street to River Street)
▪️PJ Albert will begin sidewalk excavation and curb setting. Road surface milling will begin on Thursday.

🚧Electric Ave @ Rollstone Road Roundabout
▪️Lazaro Paving will begin drainage construction for crosswalks.

🚧Ward 1 Paving: Fairbanks Street, Munroe Street, Birch Street and Heywood Street
▪️Lazaro Paving will be completing HMA sidewalks. Final Paving TBD.

🚧Railroad Street (Twin City Rail Trail Project)
▪️Western Earthworks will be paving the binder course on Monday, weather dependent. Sidewalk and other road reconstruction will continue throughout the week.

Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
🚧Minor traffic impacts
▪️Pothole repairs citywide.
▪️Stormwater maintenance to prevent flooding from blocked catch basins.
▪️Various repair of the existing drainage infrastructure(s).

💧Hydrants
Notification of all hydrant flushing areas will be posted daily on the City’s page.
▪️Privately owned hydrant flushing in various areas throughout the city.
▪️Hydrant replacement/painting throughout the city.

Use SeeClickFix to report maintenance requests or concerns including potholes, sidewalks, signs/ signals, lights, parks, catch basins or manholes.

Please call the DPW Dispatcher at 978-829-1900 with any immediate request including weather-related events (snow, wind, ice, flooding) or sewage backups.

09/10/2026

🐱 For a lower-cost option to spay or neuter your cat, The CATMOBILE may be able to help....it is a mobile low-cost spay/neuter clinic that travels to communities throughout the region, helping make basic veterinary care more affordable and accessible.

The Full Package is $245 and includes:
🐾 Spay/Neuter Surgery
💉 Rabies & FVRCP (Distemper) Vaccines
🩺 Exam
🦟 Flea Treatment
✂️ Nail Trim
📍 Microchipping

Financial assistance may also be available.
Appointments are REQUIRED and must be prepaid.

📞 Call 978-465-1940 to find out when the Catmobile will be rolling into Fitchburg soon...
📧 [email protected]
💻 www.mrfrs.org/catmobile

Spaying and neutering helps reduce unwanted litters while keeping cats healthier... and this is a great resource for families looking for a more affordable option. 🐱❤️

09/10/2026

Welcome A-Power HVAC to the City of Fitchburg

09/10/2026

Festival Latino de Fitchburg!

Fitchburg’s Latino Festival is back!

Join us Friday, September 18 from 5:00 to 9:00 PM at Riverfront Park, 51 Commercial Street, for an evening of music, food, culture, and community.

There will be live music, a car show, local vendors and resources, domino tables, a b**r garden, and plenty more for the whole family to enjoy.

Come celebrate the people, traditions, and energy that make Fitchburg such a diverse community. I hope to see you there!

09/02/2026

08/28/2026

www.fitchburgma.gov/cdbg

08/28/2026

The Department of Public Works advises residents of the following work that will be done, weather permitting, during the week of August 31, 2026.

Road Construction
Monday – Sunday 12:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

River Street Bridge
🚧MassDOT’s contractor Northern Construction has implemented a detour on the River Street Bridge. All southbound traffic will follow the West Street detour. Northbound traffic will be maintained.

Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (expect road closures, traffic delays and/or detours).

🚧Combination Sanitary Sewer/Storm Drain Separation Project
GVC will be performing the following work. Parking near the construction zones will not be allowed.
▪️New drainage installation on Main Street & Prospect Street and View Street.
▪️Transfer of water services and dew drainage installation on Prospect Street and View Street.

🚧Main Street Water Main Improvements
JA Polito will be performing the following work. Intersection closures and detours will be established as needed.
▪️Sidewalk replacement on Main Street between Grove Street and Summer Street.
▪️Temporary water main installation on High Street between Elm Street and Mechanic Street.

🚧Water Street Bridge Replacement
▪️MIG will be installing watermain on Water Street. Expect detours and traffic delays.

🚧Pipeline Replacement
▪️Unitil and its subcontractors Neuco and Path Mechanical will be conducting natural gas pipeline upgrade projects on Fairmount Street, Daniels Street, Cliff Street, Beeckman Street, Salem Street, Granite Street, Spruce Street, Birch Street, Hale Street, Lynn Street, Hasset Street, Canton Street, Blossom Street, Ross Street, Pearl Street, and Day Street.

🚧Daniels Street
▪️GVC will be rebuilding the catch basin on Daniels Street just uphill of the intersection with Fairmount Street. Work anticipated to begin August 31st.

🚧Winter Street & Beacon Street
▪️Top course paving is scheduled for Friday September 4th, weather dependent. Please move vehicles accordingly.

🚧John Fitch Hwy
▪️PJ Albert will continue installing concrete pedestrian curb ramps and ADA crosswalks near Coolidge Park and Wallace Civic Center.

🚧Ward 1 Paving: Fairbanks Street, Munroe Street, Birch Street and Heywood Street
▪️Lazaro will continue with complete sidewalk improvements to prepare for top course paving. Final paving TBA. Please contact DPW Engineering Department during for the latest updates for final paving date at 978-829-1915.

🚧Railroad Street (Twin City Rail Trail Project)
▪️Western Earthworks will be performing full depth reclamation of Railroad Street as part of the project along with other various roadwork. Please move vehicles accordingly.

Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
🚧Minor traffic impacts
▪️Pothole repairs citywide.
▪️Stormwater maintenance to prevent flooding from blocked catch basins.
▪️Various repair of the existing drainage infrastructure(s).
▪️Tuesday, September 1st - renewing water service at 50 Prospect Street.
▪️Wednesday – Friday: Sidewalk restoration on Lunenburg Street; Trench restoration at 50 Prospect Street, Johnson Street and Omena Place.

💧Hydrants
Notification of all hydrant flushing areas will be posted daily on the City’s page.
▪️Privately owned hydrant flushing in various areas throughout the city.
▪️Hydrant replacement/painting throughout the city.

Use SeeClickFix to report maintenance requests or concerns including potholes, sidewalks, signs/ signals, lights, parks, catch basins or manholes.

Please call the DPW Dispatcher at 978-829-1900 with any immediate request including weather-related events (snow, wind, ice, flooding) or sewage backups.