Package Store License Awards

At a glance

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• What: Two new package store (Section 15) alcohol licenses were up for award after a continued hearing.
• Where it stands: On October 5, 2026 one applicant withdrew; Arlington Center Fine Wines and Shankar Liquors LLC (Ruby Wine and Spirits) were approved. Town counsel was asked to add an ownership-interest question to future applications.

Sources

• 2026-10-05 - Select Board
• 2026-09-28 - Select Board

Log

• 2026-10-05 - Select Board - Approved the two remaining applications separately, each unanimously.
• 2026-09-28 - Select Board - Three applicants presented for two licenses; decision postponed 5-0 to the next meeting, with town counsel asked to review a one-package-store-per-town limit.