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Planning, Zoning Recommend Cannabis Overlay Subcommittee
The Planning Board, Land Use Committee, and Zoning Bylaw Review Committee offered their initial opinions last night on the proposal to create a retail marijuana overlay in Burlington, and a common theme was the recommendation to establish a cannabis overlay subcommittee. This group would take on the work of ensuring the proposed general and zoning bylaws accounted for all the considerations brought up at last night’s meeting and would create their own overlay rather than using the one proposed by Town Meeting Member Alex Rutfield on behalf of community proponent Will Seagaard.
St. Mary of Carmen Society starts 89th Annual Italian-American Festival [Photos]
The St. Mary of Carmen Society is holding its 89th Annual Italian-American Festival in Pellegrini Park this week—through Sunday—and the carnival has attracted scores of families eager to get out and soak in the summer night air while it lasts. More than 10,000 people attend the event each...
Michael Rubin opens up about friendship with Robert Kraft, Grant Williams
Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin made an appearance on the Toucher & Hardy radio show, offering listeners a glimpse into his world of business, sports, and celebrity friendships. The conversation covered a range of topics, from the upcoming Fanatics Fest NYC to his personal relationships with high-profile figures like Robert Kraft and Grant Williams.
Summer Concerts @ the Iron Works: June 24th – Mamadou
Join us for a free concert at the Saugus Iron Works each Wednesday evening this summer. Shows start at 6:00 pm. at 244 Central Street in Saugus. On Wednesday, July 17th, Mamadou, a world-class ensemble showcasing the original musical works of Senegalese luminary Mamadou Diop. Having shared the stage and collaborated with countless African greats including Baaba Maal, Mamadou Jimi Mbaye and Mbaye Dieye Faye in the Madison Band (formerly of Youssou Ndour), Thione Seck, Nicolas Menheim and Papa Seck in the band Africando, the Grand Soda Mama, and many others, Mamadou introduced his signature rhythm guitar sound around the world.
Angel Reese Says She’s Learned Her Lesson After She Was Seen Sitting Next To Jaylen Brown While He Bad-Mouthed Bronny James
Angel Reese has admitted having learned her lesson after getting caught up in the Jaylen Brown/Bronny James controversy – well, somewhat – earlier this week. Reese was a third wheel when she joined Brown and former Chicago Sky teammate Kysre Gondrezick for an outing at a Summer League game between the Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers.
Warriors owner Joe Lacob addresses possibility of bid for Celtics
Will longtime Golden State Warriors owner Joe Lacob be cashing out his stake in the team in favor of a homecoming to the East Coast? The Magic 8 Ball says, “Don’t count on it.” Lacob appeared this week on “The Athletic NBA Show” with David Aldridge and Marcus Thompson. At one point in the episode,... The post Warriors owner Joe Lacob addresses possibility of bid for Celtics appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Celebrating National Ice Cream Day with two Bostonians continuing the region's ice cream legacy
This Sunday, July 21, Americans will celebrate their favorite creamy, dreamy dessert: ice cream. National Ice Cream Day started in 1984 with President Ronald Reagan officially marking the third Sunday in July as a day to honor the treat. And here in New England, we are in the perfect place...
Former Red Sox top prospect hurt again, further delaying decision on future
LOS ANGELES — It seemed, at long last, that the Red Sox had to make a final decision on former top pitching prospect Bryan Mata earlier this week. But another injury setback has — once again — pushed that decision down the road. According to the Red...
Brad Stevens Discusses Possibilities for Celtics Final Roster Spot
The Celtics have had a relativity quite offseason so far. Fresh off winning the NBA Championship and a dominant playoff run Boston has opted to run it back with virtually the same roster. Notably, the Celtics currently have 14 players on their roster leaving room for another signing. During media availability at the Las Vegas Summer League, Celtics General Manager Brad Stevens commented on the Celtics open roster spot and some possible options.
Boston Celtics beat reporter addresses Payton Pritchard's trade status
One reader of MassLive's Brian Robb and his Celtics Mailbag proposed the idea of trading away Payton Pritchard and Jaden Springer to get under the second tax apron, but Robb didn't believe going the route of signing second-round pick Anton Watson and other cheaper minimum value players would keep the bench afloat.
Cabot, Cabot & Forbes breaks ground on 440-unit project at 200 Quannapowitt Pkwy.
Wakefield, MA Cabot, Cabot & Forbes, and its partner on the project, Equity Residential, have broken ground on its newest project, The Basin, located at 200 Quannapowitt Pkwy. Residents will be able to begin moving into The Basin in 2025. Located on the town’s Lake Quannapowitt, The Basin will consist...
Massport greenlights development at former Edison plant
The plans call for 636 housing units, 1.7 square feet of office space, and retail space. The development of the 15.2-acre former Edison Power Station at 776 Summer St. in South Boston cleared another hurdle in June. That’s when the Massachusetts Port Authority agreed to change deed restrictions on the property in exchange for $12 million from the redeveloper, greenlighting the project.
Boston Celtics receive an A grade for their offseason work so far
The Boston Celtics entered the offseason as NBA champions. As a second apron luxury tax team, their ability to make moves was significantly limited. As such, Brad Stevens focused on securing the long-term future of the roster’s core rotation, inking Derrick White and Jayson Tatum to long-term extensions while bringing back Neemias Queta and Luke Kornet.
HGA completes new Center for Advanced Heart Failure in Boston at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Boston, MA HGA has completed the Beth Israel Lahey Health’s new Center for Advanced Heart Failure & Cardiomyopathy Care at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC). HGA reimagined the patient and provider experience, to create the new outpatient clinic through a full-gut renovation of 11,000 s/f on BIDMC’s West Campus.
Former Framingham restaurateurs now have plans for tapas eatery in Sudbury
SUDBURY — A new tapas restaurant is a step closer to opening on Boston Post Road after its liquor license was approved by the Select Board. The Sudbury Select Board on Tuesday unanimously approved a liquor license for Zayith Tapas and Bar, which is set to be located at 621 Boston Post Road (Route 20), former site of Fugakyu Café. Monali Lakhani, manager of the new tapas restaurant, described the eatery as a place serving small...
Future For Ailing Red Sox Infielder Becoming Less Blurry
Since Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas went down with a left rib strain, it’s been murky waters about his return. The news came in late May that Casas was close to ramping up his rehab. Then, in late June, the 24-year-old was reportedly on the verge of regularly swinging in the cage. But neither materialized, and the first baseman is still left without a concrete timetable. However, recent predictions regarding Casas’ outlook shine a brighter light. The future for the ailing infielder is becoming less blurry.
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