East Watertown
East Watertown, MA · Municipal
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Saugus showed strong opposition to Ballot Question 7, a measure that failed by a narrow margin statewide
Ballot Question 7, the measure that would have created 5,000-square-foot buildable lots, was defeated by a slim 50.6% to 49.4% percent margin in last week’s State Elections. Meanwhile, Saugus residents voted against Question 7 more decisively, 53% to 47% (5,725 to 4,978). “In the precincts that are primarily west...
huntnewsnu.com
From murals to music, these creators say public art breathes life into Boston
What happens to a work of art when it becomes part of everyday life?. This summer, 100 life-size elephant sculptures transformed Boston’s Commonwealth Avenue Mall into a large-scale public art installation. But beyond large-scale installations, public art also lives in neighborhood murals, monuments and everyday encounters that connect residents to their communities.
homenewshere.com
Dorchester Reporter
20 Years of Service at Tunnel Cap Gardens
Julie Ryan from Councillor John Fitzgerald’s Office and Angela Yarde of Councillor Brian Worrell’s office presented Weinstein and Blumberg with Council certificates of appreciation. Seth Daniel photo. The St. Mark’s Area Civic Association (SMACA) honored husband-and-wife team Sarah Weinstein and Ken Blumberg for their 20-plus years of volunteerism...
nashobavalleyvoice.com
Lowell, Fitchburg among communities getting loan forgiveness for water projects
LOWELL — Several local communities will have some Clean Water Trust loans forgiven after State Treasurer Deborah Goldberg announced more than $100 million in grants for 46 wastewater infrastructure projects in 35 communities across the state. Lowell, Fitchburg, Chelmsford, Dracut, Pepperell and Westford are among the cities and towns...
Housing Finance
sudburyweekly.com
The City of Malden (Official)
The City of Malden Honors America’s Veterans
The City of Malden celebrated Veterans Day at the Veterans Monuments located at the Forest Dale Cemetery. The annual event honors the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces and recognizes their unwavering dedication, sacrifice, and commitment to protecting our nation. Veterans Services Coordinator...
Boston 25 News WFXT
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Abutter appeals ruling in favor of Rockaway Annex developer in easement suit
A state Land Court judge ruled in favor of the developer of a proposed 12-unit condominium project in the Rockaway Annex neighborhood during a hearing last month on a suit over an access easement across a neighboring property. The abutter has appealed, asserting that the judge’s legal theory was flawed...
newtonbeacon.org
Newton City Council to consider a resolution calling for single-payer healthcare in Massachusetts
Should Massachusetts work toward having its own single-payer healthcare system? The City Council may say yes to that question next week. Representatives from MassCare—a nonprofit advocacy group lobbying for single-payer healthcare similar to the well-known “Medicare for All” bill filed by U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-VT—will present a resolution to the Newton City Council’s Programs & Services Committee calling for the state to make that change.
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2026 Greater Boston Housing Report Card Released by The Boston Foundation
Efforts to expand housing production through legislation and expanded permitting in Massachusetts have helped slow but not reverse the housing cost and supply trends that have made the state especially challenging for renters and homeowners, according to the 2026 Greater Boston Housing Report Card. The report, which was released November...
hulltimes.com
Water company to revisit bold color on new tower after design review, planning boards object
Representatives from the Weir River Water System presented an update on the now 138-foot Strawberry Hill water tank construction project to the planning board in joint session with the design review board on November 4 – including the latest design – drawing a number of concerns from board members and a couple of residents. There is no application currently before the planning board.
burlington.buzz
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hot969boston.com
Boston To Celebrate CITGO Sign’s Return With Free Kenmore Square Countdown
A familiar Kenmore landmark will soon be illuminated once again. Boston will mark the completion of the Kenmore Square Redevelopment at 660 Beacon St. with a free public celebration and countdown to relight the historic CITGO sign on Thursday, Nov. 19, at 6 p.m. at the Commonwealth Avenue Mall in Kenmore Square.
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Bedford, Concord-Carlisle School Leaders Present Anti-Hate Strategies at Statewide Conference
At the joint M.A.S.S./MASC conference on Nov. 4, leaders from Bedford and Concord-Carlisle school districts presented “Beyond Belonging: Creating a Culture of Understanding and Upstanding for All Students,” sharing ways to make schools safer and more inclusive. According to a Bedford Citizen report, the session brought together approximately...