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Urban farmers try to adapt to the heat, and pick crops that can do the same
For youth volunteers at Glenway Farm in Dorchester, the protocol for weeding and harvesting garlic in extreme weather conditions is clear cut: get in and get out. There are few buildings or shaded areas on the farm that growers can retreat into, and the absence of trees on surrounding streets provides no respite from the scorching sun.
City of Boston Seeks Ideas on Where to Build 3,000 New Housing Units
The Boston Housing Authority (BHA) and Housing Innovation Lab have begun soliciting ideas from developers and community members on where to build new public housing, specifically through a Request for Information for Bids (RFI). The RFI follows Mayor Michelle Wu’s recent State of the City address, in which she announced a plan to identify locations for 3,000 new units of public housing.
No Boston Olympics reflects on its victory nine years ago
Nine years ago, Boston withdrew its bid to host the 2024 Summer Olympics. While proponents like former Mayor Marty Walsh were defeated, another group called No Boston Olympics celebrated victory. “I think that day was just, like, overwhelming joy,” Kelley Gossett, who oversaw communications for the group, told Boston Public...
Doctoral Student Receives Dissertation Fellowship
Award will support Betsy Beckert’s work exploring the ways deaf children use communicative resources. Betsy Beckert, a doctoral candidate in language & literacy education at BU Wheelock, was recently awarded the National Academy of Education’s NAEd/Spencer Dissertation Fellowship. Beckert will use her award to support her research on the language and literacy practices of deaf children from hearing families.
Maritime Emergency Channel 16 Experiencing Outage
***TO REPORT A MARITIME EMERGENCY, CALL THE SECTOR BOSTON COMMAND CENTER at (833) 449-0539 or dial 911***. Coast Guard Sector Boston is UNABLE to monitor Channel 16. To report a maritime emergency or distress contact the Command Center or dial 911.
‘Hands off the Mullet': Boston boy hopes his hair makes him a champion
A South Boston 7-year-old with luscious locks of hair has high hopes to bring another championship title to his city. Brody Byrne is Boston's only representative at the USA Mullet Championships, where he's raising funds to provide homes for wounded veterans through Jared Allen’s Homes for Wounded Warriors. Brodie's...
As officer and suspect remain hospitalized, neighbors want answers about Jamaica Plain shooting
New video obtained by Boston 25 News shows police rushing to respond to a fellow officer down after he was reportedly hit by a stolen SUV at the Forest Hills T station in Jamaica Plain.
Hingham Public Schools Offers Meals at No Cost for All Students
Hingham Public Schools participatesin the National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program. As part of this program, Hingham Public Schools offers healthy meals every school day. The Commonwealth is supplementing National School Lunch Program funds to ensure all students have access to healthy school meals in Massachusetts, regardless of household income. We ask that families complete a Meal Benefit Application as this provides data for school funding and community resources. The results from each Meal Benefit Application are used to ensure sustainability for this program.
Gellman on Raising the Age for Teens Charged as Adults: Boston Globe
Associate Professor Mneesha Gellman, Director of the Emerson Prison Initiative, wrote a letter to the editor of the Boston Globe in support of a bill in the Massachusetts Legislature that would raise the age at which someone could be tried as an adult to 18 for most offenses. “Raising the...
Quincy Quarry Police Scanner Snippets: Quincy Police Hybrid Cruiser Shuts Down!
Quincy News — Breaking News — Local News — Quincy Politics, Local News for Quincy, MA — News Stories and Commentery About Quincy, Massachusetts. — News about Quincy Massachusetts from Quincy Quarry News with commentary added. Early this afternoon a Quincy Quarry News Citizen Police Scanner...
Marion Fire Crew Responds to Garbage Truck Engulfed in Flames
MARION (WBSM) — Marion firefighters responded to a garbage truck fire Thursday afternoon. At around 12:37 p.m. on July 18, fire crews were dispatched to the intersection of Front Street and Washburn Park Road. Upon arrival, crews discovered the garbage truck, fueled by compressed natural gas (CNG) and engulfed...
Dorchester Man Charged with Drug Trafficking Following Mattapan Traffic Stop
Last night, a routine patrol for officers of District B-3 (Mattapan) took a turn when they apprehended 49-year-old Melvin Ward of Dorchester on drug trafficking charges following a traffic stop in the area of Washington Street and Fenelon Street. The officers, already engaged in a drug investigation, were on the...
Boston Police Arrest Suspect for Firearm Charges After Foot Chase in Dorchester
Last night, members of the Youth Violence Strike Force made an arrest on firearm charges in Dorchester after a foot chase that culminated in the recovery of a handgun. The suspect, identified as 27-year-old Willie Greathouse of Dorchester, now faces multiple charges following the incident, as reported by the Boston Police Department.
Plymouth Stop & Shop Welcomes Former Red Sox Player Johnny Damon
It's been quite the week in Plymouth for celebrity sightings. First Amy Adams, then David Portnoy, and now an all-star retired outfielder. Former Red Sox outfielder Johnny Damon made a splash at the Plymouth Stop & Shop located at 127 Samoset Street, where he promoted his new beverage, A-GAME water. The sports star's visit drew a crowd as he engaged with fans, posed for photos, and signed autographs.
Boston Residents Brew Connections at 'Coffee with a Cop' Event in Dorchester
In an effort to foster stronger community ties, Boston's District C-11 recently held a "Coffee with a Cop" event at AkoKo Café in Dorchester, with Boston Police Commissioner Cox, the Command Staff, and officers mingling with locals over cups of java. According to the Boston Police Department's release, the casual meet-up encouraged open dialogue between law enforcement and community members, addressing concerns and plans for safety and upcoming neighborhood initiatives.
Karen Read’s lawyers say a fifth juror has confirmed the jury was a unanimous ‘not guilty’ on murder charge
The juror allegedly said the jury was only deadlocked on the count of OUI manslaughter and its lesser included offenses. ’s murder trial has confirmed the jury unofficially decided to acquit Read of two of the three charges against her, including second-degree murder, lawyers for the Mansfield woman said Thursday.
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