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Boston, Massachusetts, Waterfront Welcomes Cool and Interactive Outdoor Space
Boston's waterfront isn't the one that we or our parents remember. Not that long ago in the '60s and '70s, it was a vast, industrial-looking space with just a couple of restaurants that seemed a little out of place (Jimmy's and Anthony's Pier 4) . The smoky bars seemed to fit in just fine, and they were filled with nefarious-looking people (not that I'm judging).
Patriotism on display at Oak Point Fourth of July Parade
MIDDLEBORO — While the annual North Middleboro parade kicked off Fourth of July festivities for the town, the 55 and older housing community Oak Point celebrated its own Independence Day parade. A line of vehicles, headed by a Middleboro Fire Department ambulance and police pickup truck, weaved through the...
Mosquitoes with dangerous EEE virus found in Mass. for first time in 2024
The state hasn't found any human or animal cases of EEE so far this year. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health is reporting the first Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) virus detected in mosquitoes in the state this year. EEE was confirmed in mosquito samples collected on June 30 in Carver....
Franklin Park Bustles With Activity During First Weekend In July
BOSTON (WBZ NewsRadio) — The Fourth of July holiday weekend saw plenty of activity at Franklin Park in Boston Saturday. Despite the less than stellar forecast, people took part in a walking club, running club, and yoga under the trees with Linda Wellness Warrior. "I ask people to make...
Discounted theater ticket booth BosTix returning to Boston for the summer
BOSTON - A ticket booth that sells discounted theater tickets on the day of performances will be returning to Boston for the first time since the pandemic.BosTix will reopen at Faneuil Hall Marketplace for the summer on July 10. The ticket booth offers reduced-price tickets to performing arts productions across Boston. This summer, the includes the highly-anticipated musical "Queen of Versailles" starring Kristin Chenoweth.ArtsBoston said bringing the booth back could help boost the entire regional arts community."It is a big, big amplifier of what's going on," said Catherine Peterson, the executive director of ArtsBoston. "We have folks who work at the booths who can tell you what is on, what it's like, what the theaters are like. So you have your own personal concierge who can help you find the right arts experience for you and your family and friends."BosTix first opened in the city 46 years ago. This summer, it will be open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday through Saturday through Aug. 31.
Group says its planned climate-resilient waterfront park in East Boston wouldn't be, so cancels the plans
The Globe reports that after raising $30 million and hiring a design team to build a third Piers Park on the site of an old Massport pier in East Boston, one that would more fully connect people to the water, the Trustees of Reservations canceled the plans because of concerns over possible climate-related flooding in the future.
Braintree neighborhood says nearby pickleball courts cause "constant stress"
BRAINTREE - Neighbors in one Braintree neighborhood are fed up with the unrelenting sounds of pickleball being played outside their homes."Pickleball noise is a problem""I can't enjoy my house. It's an unbelievable amount of noise I have to put up with," Braintree resident Michael Megley said.The sport has exploded in Braintree from 12 players ten years ago to nearly 600 in 2024. The city's eight courts next to Hollis Field can accommodate 32 players at once, with many more waiting their turn. Neighbors working from home on Wynot Road are very annoyed. "Pickleball noise is a problem. It's not right. There...
Condos for North Main, interviews for Brockton superintendent top civic agenda
BROCKTON — Who should lead Brockton Public Schools? You can watch school politicians interview the two finalists for interim superintendent on Tuesday. The school board may vote on which one to hire the same night. That's perhaps the highest-profile item in Brockton's public meetings for the week of July...
Residents have a blast at the Middleboro fireworks
MIDDLEBORO — Another day of Fourth of July weekend festivities ended with a bang Friday, July 5. A fireworks display illuminated the sky over Battis Field, adding to the colorful Americana scene created by the ongoing carnival. Many in the large crowd arrived prepared, armed with chairs and blankets,...
Converting Boston’s offices to housing is tricky, but it’s starting to happen
When Rich Kershaw’s company bought the building at 95 Berkeley St. in 2016, the plan was to renovate and rent out the offices. “Upgrade the elevators, upgrade the bathrooms, redo the lobbies and the facade and hopefully increase the office rent per square foot,” said Kershaw, vice president of development at CIM Group, a Los Angeles-based real estate firm with $29 billion in assets.
Quincy activists petition to roll back mayor's huge pay raise
A few dozen Quincy citizens are devoting their holiday weekend to gathering signatures on a petition to roll back the raises City Council approved last month for councilors and Mayor Thomas Koch. In June, the council approved ordinances giving each councilor a raise from $30,000 to $44,500 and boosting the...
MassDOT warns of traffic due to Sumner Tunnel closure
Monday will be the first real test of the Sumner Tunnel closure in Boston. The tunnel is fully closed until Aug. 5. while crews work on demolishing and repairing the tunnel's deck and road surface. Once the work is complete, it will extend the safe service life of the Sumner Tunnel for at least 50 years.
Town sends a letter to the Post Office over parking
The lineup of United States Postal Service (USPS) trucks parked in the angle spaces in front of the Milton Arts Center at all times of day has been irksome to many in East Milton Square. In response, the Select Board approved a letter on June 25 to be sent to...
Boston Navy Week: Sailors Clean Up War Memorials In Back Bay Fens
BOSTON (WBZ NewsRadio) — As part of Boston Navy Week, visiting sailors volunteered to clean up the war memorials in the Back Bay Fens. Boston Navy Week brings between 50 to 75 sailors from across the country to volunteer throughout the area, engage with the community, and discuss why the Navy matters to Boston.
Vermont’s largest dog show runs July 11-14 at the Tunbridge Fairgrounds
Vermont's only American Kennel Club all-breed dog show will be held at the Tunbridge Fairgrounds, organized by the Woodstock Dog Club (Thursday and Friday) and the Green Mountain Dog Club (Saturday and Sunday). The Green Mountain Dog Club is based in Central Vermont. President and show chairman is Caulder Ripley, a lifelong resident of Duxbury.
Allston Yards Holds Ribbon Cutting for Flagship Stop & Shop and Alder Residential Community
Allston, MA – Allston Yards recently held an official ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the openings of the new, flagship Stop & Shop and the Alder residential community. Allston Yards, a project of New England Development, Stop & Shop, Bozzuto and Southside Investment Partners, is Boston’s newest mixed-use development.
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