Dover
Massachusetts
Town Of Dover
The Town of Dover is a rural suburban community located southwest of metropolitan Boston. Incorporated in 1784, Dover relied on agriculture and grazing until the late 18th century when mills were developed. Since the late 19th century Dover has been a residential community with a semi-rural character.
-First settlement recorded in 1640
-Established as the Springfield Parish of Dedham in 1748
-Incorporated as District Dedham in 1784
-Incorporated as a Town in 1836
Recent News
Town Of Dover Community Digital Newsletter - March 2023
March Issue of Dover's Community Digital Newsletter 'Our Town' is now available The March newsletter can be downloaded here. This newsletter is a collaborative effort with Town volunteers. The goal is to provide residents an easier and…
Read More »Board of Selectmen - Community Center Project Status
Current Status At their February 9, 2023 Meeting, the Board of Selectmen reviewed the design modifications recommended by the project architects to be included in the current bid construction documents. The range of potential modifications were…
Read More »Town Of Dover : Parks And Recreation is seeking Counselor And Volunteer applicants for summer 2023!
Apply to be a Summer Club Counselor, or Volunteer as part of our Leadership Training Program this Summer! All candidates must be current residents of Dover, MA Age Requirements: -16+ years old, by Saturday, June 24, 2023 for paid, Counselor…
Read More »Town Of Dover News - Board of Selectmen Invite Residents to Complete Town Administrator Survey
Board of Selectmen invite residents to complete Town Administrator survey Dover's Board of Selectmen invite residents to complete a brief online survey regarding the skills and experience desired in Dover’s Town Administrator. We…
Read More »Dover Parks And Recreation Winter Program Update For : Friday, February 3,2023
Nashoba Valley Ski Area will be Closed on Friday, February 3rd due to the frigid temperatures and high winds. Becaseu of this decsion, our Middle School Friday Night Trip To Nashoba Valley Ski Area Has Been Cancelled. This missed trip will made-up…
Read More »Town Of Dover-February Issue of Dover's Community Digital Newsletter 'Our Town' is now available
The February 2023 newsletter can be downloaded here. This newsletter is a collaborative effort with Town volunteers. The goal is to provide residents an easier and consolidated way to receive official Town of Dover news, as well as keep residents…
Read More »Town Of Dover Parks and Recreation Winter Program Updates - January 25, 2023
Winter Program Updates LEGO ADVENTURES with Right Brain Curriculum has been CANCELLED and a make-up week has been added onto the end of the current session which will now end on WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2023. All Blue Hills JUNIOR SKI &…
Read More »Town Of Dover News : Recycling Committee Announces Fee Change Formattress Recycling At The Transfer Station
Massachusetts has banned the disposal of mattresses in the trash to keep them out of the trash so they can be recycled or donated for reuse. This has resulted in a significant price increase by all the companies which provide transportation of…
Read More »Town Of Dover Parks and Recreation News - Winter Program Updates
Winter Program Updates - On FRIDAY, JANUARY 6th there will be NO MIDDLE SCHOOL TRIP TO NASHOBA VALLEY SKI AREA and the entire session has been pushed back one full week. - On SATURDAY, JANUARY 7th there will be NO INTRAMURAL BASKETBALL. As…
Read More »Town Of Dover: Issue of Dover's Community Digital Newsletter 'Our Town' - January 2023
January Issue of Dover's Community Digital Newsletter 'Our Town' is now available The January 2023 newsletter can be downloaded here. This newsletter is a collaborative effort with Town volunteers. The goal is to provide residents an easier and…
Read More »Town Of Dover News: Water Wednesdays - Septic System Care
Water Wednesdays - Septic System Care Improperly maintained septic systems can lead to failure, degrading the environment, and potentially contributing to stormwater contamination. Please consider the dos & don’ts for caring for septic…
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