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Mass. Republicans react to Biden’s decision
GOP leaders in Massachusetts said that President Biden made the right call in dropping out, but projected confidence in Donald Trump and questioned Biden's ability to even finish out his current term. After President Joe Biden announced Sunday that he would be dropping out of the 2024 race, reactions are...
Mass. residents among those sick in deadly multi-state listeria outbreak
Two Massachusetts residents are among those who have become sick as part of a deadly multi-state outbreak of listeria that has been linked to eating deli meats, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). So far, 28 people in 12 different state have become sick due to the bacteria...
Two-Alarm Fire Saturday in Haverhill Displaces Residents; Blaze Began in Mulch Outside Building
There were no injuries, but up to a dozen residents were displaced Saturday afternoon after a two-alarm fire at a multifamily building on Arlington Street in Haverhill. Haverhill Fire Chief Robert M. O’Brien said the fire appears to have been started by careless disposal of cigarettes in mulch near the front entrance of the home at 34-36 Arlington St.
Mayor Michelle Wu Appoints New Neighborhood Liaisons for Mattapan and East Boston
Mayor Michelle Wu has appointed two new liaisons for Boston's Mattapan and East Boston neighborhoods, bringing in Asiah Wotring and Roberto Gomez to foster stronger community bonds and ensure residents' access to city services. According to a city's recent announcement, the Office of Neighborhood Services (ONS) plays a crucial role in linking the communities with vital resources, and Wu believes these new additions will make substantial contributions to their respective areas.
To stay or to go: Is the cost of living forcing young people out of Boston?
With a hub of universities, a mecca of medicine and a rich history, Boston is an attractive city for young people. But the high cost of living may be driving them out. A Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce survey sparked a great deal of conversation earlier this year as it outlined the reasons young people are asking whether they should stay in Boston.
Single family residence sells for $5.7 million in Boston
The spacious historic property located at 165 West Brookline Street in Boston was sold on July 2, 2024 for $5,725,000, or $1,476 per square foot. The house, built in 1890, has an interior space of 3,880 square feet. This four-story home presents a roomy floor plan, featuring four bedrooms and four bathrooms. The home's outer design showcases a a mansard roof frame, with roofing materials crafted from slate. Inside, a fireplace adds character to the home. The property is equipped with forced air heating and a cooling system. Additionally, the house includes a two-car garage. The property's lot measures 1,900 square feet square feet in area.
Friends of Manchester Trees Hosts Native Plant Trust Speaker
On July 18th, the Friends of Manchester Trees (FOMT) held its annual “Member Soiree” with special guest speaker, Uli Lorimer, the Native Plant Trust's Director of Horticulture and author of The Northeast Native Plant Primer. Kurt and Therese Melden of Masconomo Street offered their home for the gala...
BOND Brothers Hires Matthew Mead as Company’s Vice President of Technology
BOSTON – BOND Brothers, Inc. announced the appointment of Matthew Mead as Vice President of Technology, a critical executive position at the construction management and civil & utility general contracting firm. This strategic move underscores BOND’s commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology and pursuing continuous innovation through transformative and visionary...
Romanska’s TheTheatreTimes Honored for Scholarly Excellence
TheTheatreTimes.com, an open-access global theatre and performing arts portal founded by Performing Arts Professor Magda Romanska, won the 2024 ATHE-ASTR Award for Excellence in Digital Scholarship from the Association for Theatre in Higher Education (ATHE) and the American Society for Theatre Research (ASTR). The joint award is given each year...
From dry to damp: Humidity and rain return to Boston this week
After a pleasant and dry weekend, the humidity and rain are both back this week. Monday will be one of the better days of the week, until the weekend. Temperatures peak in the low to mid-80s for highs Monday, with more clouds this evening and tonight. While a quick sprinkle...
Lawmakers allotted child care workers $15 million a year ago. They’re still waiting to be paid.
New Hampshire lawmakers got the message last session. The state’s dire shortage of affordable child care options had reached crisis levels during the pandemic as providers lost staff to higher paying and less stressful jobs at retail stores and fast food restaurants. Without child care, parents were leaving jobs to stay home with their children. […] The post Lawmakers allotted child care workers $15 million a year ago. They’re still waiting to be paid. appeared first on New Hampshire Bulletin.
UPDATE: Lack of wind delays Junior Race Week until Tuesday
***Update: Due to lack of wind, Junior Race Week events were canceled Monday. Racing is expected to start on Tuesday. It’s the biggest week of the summer on Marblehead Harbor. Sailors, young and old, are competing in the 135th Race Week Regatta. More than 150 boats will hoist sails and take part.
Why is housing in Boston so expensive?
Experts say local policies, high interest rates, and a lack of supply drive up costs. As the median sales price for a home in the Boston region inches closer to $1 million, many feel hopeless about finding housing that fits their needs. The Greater Boston Association of Realtors announced another...
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