This WACA News Blog video is the Ashland Town Manager's newsletter, detailing local updates. It covers the Pond Streetscape project, July 4th closures, housing mandates (MBTA zoning vs. 40B), and an AI-based road condition survey. Also mentioned are a postponed recycling drop-off, a Girls Inc. STEM camp, town job openings, and a Back to School Night movie. The video pays tribute to former Police Chief Bob Gonfred and lists upcoming Town Manager Coffee Hours, the Summer Concert Series, a Christmas in July Book Sale, and donation needs for Corner Closet. It calls for Council on Aging and youth prevention volunteers, and highlights library events. Residents are encouraged to subscribe to the Town Manager's newsletter and follow WACA_TV Ashland for community updates.