Pembroke Historic Commission Shakeup: Two Members Not Reappointed Amid Controversy

Turner House debate resurfaces as town officials grapple with committee oversight

PEMBROKE, MA - July 10 - The Pembroke Select Board declined to reappoint two long-serving members of the Historic District Commission Wednesday night, amid heated debate over accountability, missed meetings, and the controversial Turner House preservation project.

Elizabeth Bates, who had served on the commission for over 40 years (43 by her recollection…