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America’s 2nd Leading City for Quality of Life is in Massachusetts
Quality of life plays a big role when choosing a place to live. Here in Massachusetts, there are many areas that offer a good quality of life. Boston suburbs tend to be a popular choice among many because residents get the best of both worlds, a smaller area for quiet living while still having access to the big city. Then you have areas like the Berkshires which feature beautiful mountains and open spaces while still having access to eclectic and thriving downtown areas like Great Barrington and Williamstown. There's no doubt that many areas of Massachusetts offer a good quality of life.
Framingham has revised its traffic rules for the first time in more than 35 years
The new rule was recently approved by the Framingham Traffic Commission and City Council. The new traffic rules, which represent the first update in more than 30 years, call for the banning of all vehicles with commercial license plates from parking on any city streets between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. Monday through Saturday or anytime on Sunday. A violator can receive a $100 ticket.
Stop & Shop, city leader to discuss Worcester store closure
Stop & Shop officials have agreed to meet with a Worcester city leader to discuss the closure of its store in a neighborhood city advocates say it’s desperately needed in. A spokesperson from Stop & Shop told MassLive Friday it will meet with City Manager Eric Batista before the end of the month.
A jar of salsa is costing this town thousands of dollars in public pool cleanup
NEEDHAM, Mass. (TMX) – One rulebreaker who brought a jar of salsa to a public pool in Massachusetts has caused headaches for city officials who say it is costing thousands of dollars to clean up. Residents are also upset because many rely on the pool for swim lessons, team...
Archeologists find musket balls fired during one of Revolutionary War’s 1st battles
CONCORD, Mass. — Nearly 250 years ago, hundreds of militiamen lined a hillside in Massachusetts and started firing a barrage of musket balls toward retreating British troops, marking the first major battle in the Revolutionary War.
DCR awards nearly $90,000 in funding to rural and volunteer fire departments
RUTLAND, Mass. — Nearly 40 communities will receive federal funding to help with volunteer fire assistance. The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation announced the nearly $90,000 in funding at the Rutland Fire Department Friday. The grant money was given to municipalities with nonprofit rural, call or volunteer fire...
Final defendant in eBay stalking case against Natick couple has been sentenced
BOSTON — The final defendant in a case in which eBay employees stalked and harassed a Natick couple due to their critical analysis of the company has been sentenced. Brian Gilbert, 56, of San Jose, California, was sentenced on Thursday in U.S. District Court in Boston to time served, one year of supervised release and a $20,000 fine. He was also ordered to have no contact with either victim. ...
July 23 is Deadline to Comment on Possible Watertown Dam Removal
The consultants examining the possible removal of the Watertown Dam presented their findings after studying the area near the dam over the Charles River just west of Watertown Square. The public can comment on the proposal until July 23. The dam was discussed at a public meeting held on July...
Purple Heart Day Includes A Day At The Underwood Pool For Serving Military
Belmont will be holding a National Purple Heart Day Observation Ceremony at Belmont Veterans Memorial Park at the corner of Concord Avenue and Underwood Street on Wednesday, Aug. 7 at 6:30 p.m. The event will be co-sponsored by the Belmont Veterans Memorial Committee and VFW Post 1272. In assocation with...
Main Street Corridor Project update: Utility line transfer work continues on project’s west side
The town on Friday issued an update on the Main Street Corridor Project. Overhead utility line work will continue on the west side of the project during the upcoming week. Polar Vortex’s painting crew will continue its work on the traffic poles, repairing peeling paint. Scheduled hours for this work will be from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., and hours may be adjusted based on traffic flow patterns. Locations for repairs include the intersections of Main Street and Commonwealth Avenue, Pleasant Street, Grove Street, Church Street and Hayden Rowe Street, as well as in front of the Fire Station.
MBTA Communities/3A Workshop #4 – Density and Zoning Scenarios – July 22
Tonight, July 22 at 7 pm, is the last of the workshops for MBTA Communities/3A, this one focusing on Density and Zoning Scenarios. This means discussion will be concentrated on potential build out densities, construction standards, and possible zoning scenarios. If you have been having a long summer snooze, Massachusetts...
Expert Tree Care Now Available 24/7 in Waltham, MA, and its surrounding cities: Norfolk Tree Service Introduces Emergency Response Team
Norfolk Tree Service is a team of dedicated professionals who handle all aspects of tree maintenance and are committed to meeting every client's unique needs in Waltham and neighboring cities. Norfolk Tree Service ensures top-notch tree care solutions for citizens who care about trees' health and safety and the aesthetic...
Worcester County Wonders: Wandering is always welcome at Tower Hill
BOYLSTON — A large sign reading "Festina Lente," a Latin phrase meaning "to make haste, but slowly," greets visitors at the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill. The motto becomes a memorable command as one wanders through more than 200 acres of gardens, trails and pathways, with a view of the Wachusett Reservoir serving as a backdrop for the four-season gardens. View this post on Instagram ...
Ashland woman's visit to Pennsylvania provides hope that America will mend itself
To the Editor: The Fourth of July. A bad day for concerned citizens turned into a bad week. Despite Trump’s repetitious lies, Biden’s debate performance was abysmal, with lapses in focus and meandering sentences that did nothing to reassure a voting public ...
Amid Housing Crisis, Sherman Gardens Redevelopment in Spotlight
After climbing a steep stairway and squeezing through narrow doorways and a galley kitchen of an empty Sherman Gardens apartment on Friday, officials saw firsthand some of the problems facing elderly residents and those with mobility challenges. The 80-unit state public housing property is one of more than 280 across...
Dionne Takes On Role Leading Belmont’s Select Board
You’ll never have to ask Elizabeth Dionne her position on an issue. The Select Board’s new leader will tell you exactly where she stands, and sometimes she acknowledges, it done standing on someone’s toes. During her 15 months on the board, colleagues, town officials, and committee heads...
Guest column: Legislative gaffe subtracts from Student Opportunity Act
In 2019, the Massachusetts Legislature passed the Student Opportunity Act. This law was years in the making and hailed as a groundbreaking reform effort that would advance excellence and equity in public education in our state. This year, the Legislature generously funded the Student Opportunity Act as planned, adding substantial dollars to...
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