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Last-minute changes nearly derail city's approval of FY25 budget

WINCHESTER — Following a convoluted series of votes, City Council managed to approve Winchester’s operating budget for fiscal year 2025. ....

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Councilor claims executive session was improper under FOIA regulations

WINCHESTER — In an extremely rare move, a member of City Council has challenged the legitimacy of an executive session held by the panel. ....

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City Council exploring possibility of half-cent increase to meals tax rate

WINCHESTER — It appears likely that dining out in Winchester will soon cost a bit more than it does today. ....

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City Council can't reach consensus on meals tax hike

WINCHESTER — City Council debated the need for a higher meals tax during its business meeting on Tuesday night, but could not agree on whether one was warranted. ....

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Pifer enters Ward 1 council race, creating need for GOP primary

WINCHESTER — A second Republican has entered the race for the Ward 1 City Council seat being vacated at the end of the year by four-term council member Les Veach. ....

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