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Mayor Wu reports ‘better, safer' situation at Boston's Mass. and Cass
The epicenter of the region's substance use disorder, mental health and unsheltered homelessness crises at Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass Boulevard is "in a different and better, safer position" than one year ago, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu said Wednesday, but an influx of individual migrants is now stressing the city's shelter system.
Sale closed in Cambridge: $1.7 million for a triplex
A 3,621-square-foot three-unit house built in 1914 has changed hands. The spacious historic property located at 29 Cushing Street in Cambridge was sold on May 6, 2024. The $1,700,000 purchase price works out to $469 per square foot. This three-story triplex features a total of six bedrooms and four bathrooms. The home's external structure has a flat roof design, covered with tar and gravel roofing. There is a lone fireplace indoors. The property is equipped with forced air heating and a cooling system. Additionally, the house includes a two-car garage, ensuring ample room for parking and storage. The property occupies a lot of 3,103 square feet.
Man Hospitalized, Several Injured in Large Fight in Boston's Hyde Park
A man was hospitalized after being stabbed during a large altercation in Boston's Hyde Park on Monday afternoon. The Boston Police Department reported to NBC Boston that they responded to the 300-block of Wood Avenue around 4:20 p.m. following reports of a fight involving roughly 20 individuals, described by witnesses as "kids." The victim, approximately 45 years old, sustained a stab wound to his back.
Older worker accuses defense contractor of discriminating by seeking recent college grads
BOSTON — A major defense contractor was sued Tuesday over allegations that it discriminated against older workers in job ads. The lawsuit filed in federal court in Boston accuses RTX Corporation of posting ads that target younger workers at the expense of their older peers in violation of the federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Massachusetts Fair Employment Practices Act, and the Virginia Human Rights Act.
Massachusetts man sentenced to prison for threatening interracial couple: “Time for whites to riot!”
Defendant has extensive criminal history and regularly posted white supremacy symbolism on Facebook. “BOSTON – A Massachusetts was sentenced today for threatening an interracial couple via Facebook Messenger in January 2021, and to attempting to prevent the couple from reporting the threats and harassment to law enforcement. Stephen M....
City Council Defers Bike Lane Discussion Following Friday’s Fatal Crash
Police vehicles and yellow tape surround the site of Friday's crash, which resulted in the death of a 55-year-old Florida woman. By Elyse C. Goncalves. The Cambridge City Council held a moment of silence for the victim of Friday’s fatal collision between a cyclist and a box truck, but declined to further discuss bike safety policy during their weekly meeting on Monday. Still, the crash is certain to add urgency and emotion to a longstanding debate over bike safety in Cambridge.
Who takes care of the alleys in Back Bay?
Members of the Neighborhood Association of the Back Bay have been working together since the 1970s to preserve and clean their historic neighborhood. On a recent hot and sunny spring morning, Anne Swanson greets me from her brownstone in the Back Bay wearing a “Graffiti NABBers” T-shirt and matching pail of solvents and spray. The day’s work will be a dirty one, but the 76-year-old is sure to keep her hair perfectly coiffed and face painted with just a touch of makeup.
Proposed Saugus marijuana company takes a hit
Kelan FlynnSAUGUS — Massachusetts Land Court has ruled that NortheastCann Inc., a cannabis dispensary, has no standing in a lawsuit it filed against the Board of Selectmen and Sanctuary Medicinals, another dispensary. After being denied a special permit to open a dispensary by the Board of Selectmen, NortheastCann challenged the decision. Additionally in the suit, NortheastCann […] The post Proposed Saugus marijuana company takes a hit appeared first on Itemlive.
Man spent $68K through employer's account on items for his band, investigators say
A Medford, Massachusetts, man is accused of spending tens of thousands of dollars through his employer's Amazon account on equipment for his band. Gareth Flanagan, 52, worked for the New England School of Law (NESL) as its IT director, according to the Suffolk County District Attorney's Office. This role gave him access to the school's Amazon account, and Flanagan was authorized to make purchases up to $5,000 without approval from the budget director.
Duplex sells in Cambridge for $2.9 million
A spacious historic two-unit house located at 25 Grozier Road in Cambridge has new owners. The 3,873-square-foot property, built in 1925, was sold on May 23, 2024, for $2,900,000, or $749 per square foot. This three-story duplex comprises a total of seven bedrooms and four baths. The home's outer structure has a gable roof frame, composed of asphalt. Inside, there is one fireplace. The property is equipped with forced air heating and a cooling system. In addition, the house is equipped with a covered three-car garage. The property encompasses a generous 6,100 square feet of land.
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