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Wegmans store manager asks committee to approve Westwood full-liquor license (HB 4188)

5938535 · October 14, 2025

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A Wegmans manager testified in support of a local bill authorizing the town of Westwood to issue an all-alcohol off-premises license to a large food store, saying customers want a one-stop option for spirits, canned cocktails, beer and wine.

Matt Feinwood, store manager for the Wegmans in Westwood, asked the Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure to recommend House Bill 4188, which would authorize the town of Westwood to grant an all-alcohol off-premises license for retailers with 20,000 square feet or larger.

Feinwood said the town finance committee and town meeting had supported the measure and that Wegmans’ other Massachusetts stores already sell liquor. “It will allow us to offer canned cocktails and spirits for a one-stop shop for Westwood consumers, which they desperately desire,” Feinwood said. He said the store enforces a 100‑percent ID and proofing policy and had sold beer and wine in Westwood for 10 years without violation.

The committee accepted testimony and did not take a vote on HB 4188 at the hearing.