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Community group finally gets new public pool in Charlestown after 2 year battle
BOSTON - A popular swimming pool in Charlestown has finally re-opened to the public after a long struggle with the city of Boston.Boston Mayor Michelle Wu led the ribbon cutting at the new Clougherty Pool on Bunker Hill Street Thursday morning.Charlestown's only public pool was shut down in June 2022 because of structural problems. It was supposed to re-open a year later, but delays dragged on.Friends of Clougherty PoolResidents formed a group, Friends of Clougherty Pool, and learned last year that the pool had to be completely demolished because it was in such poor shape. They collected nearly 2,000 signatures in...
'26 OL Dean Ruksnaitis commits to Boston College
Boston College is holding their annual recruiting BBQ, and have already landed their first commitment from the event. On Thursday afternoon, Williston Northampton (Mass.) '26 offensive lineman Dean Ruksnaitis announced his commitment to the Eagles. The 6-3 270 pound lineman, also had offers from Akron, UMass, Old Dominion, and URI. A local recruit, he was also on campus this spring, where he met the staff and got a feel for the program under Bill O'Brien.
Thousands of nurses vote to authorize strike at Brigham and Women’s Hospital
The nurses are citing unsafe working conditions, long patient wait times, under-resourced departments, and unfair wages. After months of negotiations, just over 2,500 nurses in the Massachusetts Nurses Association voted overwhelmingly to authorize a one-day strike at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. According to a press release from the Massachusetts...
Legislature warming to Boston's push for higher fines
Boston property owners, landlords and businesses that violate the city's sanitary code could face significantly higher fees under a home rule petition that gained House approval this week and may be on the move in the Senate. City Councilor Liz Breadon, who co-filed the initial proposal that made its way...
Fest Intentions: GLD FSTVL returns to Boston, Massachusetts
Ghostface Killah, meet GLD FSTVL. The legendary Wu-Tang Clan rapper leads the lineup for the second edition of the Boston music festival, which returns to City Hall Plaza on August 10. Also on deck to perform is an impeccable roster of Boston hip-hop that includes Dutch ReBelle, Michael Christmas, Motivate Merren, Cakeswagg (pictured above), Exit Fame, Clark D, and festival curators STL GLD. Area DJs DCaso, Troy Frost, and Brek.One — DJ for the 2024 NBA World Championship — will also take the stage, along with representatives from local nonprofit The Hip-Hop Transformation.
Ask Dave Epstein: How do I read isomaps?
Meteorologist Dave Epstein is our go-to person for pressing weather questions on everything from winter blizzards to summer droughts. He’s also a horticulturist, meaning he’s an expert in anything that grows leaves and flowers. GBH’s Morning Edition asked our audience for weather and gardening questions, and Epstein graciously answered them on the air.
Callahan Construction Selected to Oversee Leefort Terrace Affordable Housing Redevelopment
Salem, MA – Callahan Construction Managers announced it was selected to manage the ground-up reconstruction of the Leefort Terrace Affordable Housing complex in Salem. When complete, Leefort will provide both existing and future residents with access to eco-friendly, affordable apartments that will also be Passive House certified and 100% electric and solar powered. Beacon Communities is overseeing the redevelopment of the community.
House on Washington Street in Brighton Center could be torn down for four-story residential building
A Newton developer has filed plans with the Boston Planning Department to raze a single-family house at 434 Washington St. in Brighton Center and replace it with a four-story building with 18 residential units and ground-floor commercial space. Plans by Wesley Leung's Peninsula Capital Group also call for 11 parking...
Wake Up Well: How do you take care of your mental health?
It’s been six months since we kicked off our monthly mental health series, Wake Up Well. In that time, we’ve discussed everything from loneliness and financial health to climate anxiety and the mental health of activists. “It’s so exciting to have this series,” said Nieisha Deed, founder of...
Final wave of rain, thunderstorms approach New England ahead of dry stretch
Cloudy conditions continue before one final wave of rain approaches Thursday around 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. ahead and along a cold front. This could bring a quick thunderstorm later Wednesday, most likely in far western New England, with brief downpours and gusty winds and lightning. Highs Wednesday stay in...
Former Boston Police Sergeant from Franklin Sentenced to Probation for Overtime Fraud
By MyFM’s Claire Beverly – A former Boston Police Sergeant from Franklin has been sentenced to probation and home detention for committing overtime fraud. The US Attorney’s Office says George Finch was sentenced to 6 months home detention and 3 years’ probation and ordered to pay $11,000 in restitution after pleading guilty in 2021 to conspiracy and embezzlement from an agency receiving federal funds. Prosecutors say in 2015 and 2016 Finch submitted false overtime slips for shifts he didn’t work at the evidence warehouse.
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Celebrates Birthday On Stage at THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES
Watch as Kristin Chenoweth celebrates her birthday on stage at Boston's Emerson Colonial Theatre following a performance of The Queen of Versailles. The celebration happened after the performance on July 24th, 2024. Performances for The Queen of Versailles, featuring a book by Lindsey Ferrentino and direction by Tony Award winner...
Summer Farm Walk at Land’s Sake – July 27
Each season, Land’s Sake offers a free walking tour of the farm which allows participants to go in depth into the current happenings in the fields and forests. This year’s walk is this Saturday, July 27 at 10 am. Begin by gathering together with a seasonal beverage inspired...
How These Boston Tech Companies are Growing and Connecting to the Community
Boston has a lot of firsts. Boston Commons was the first public park in the United States. Harvard was the first college not only in the country but in all of North America. In terms of scientific and technological advances, Boston became the home of the first subway system in the United States. Also, the telephone was invented while Alexander Graham Bell was living in Boston.
MBTA police seek suspect who allegedly ‘viciously’ beat homeless man
Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to call 617-222-1050. MBTA Transit Police are looking for a suspect who allegedly beat an elderly homeless man earlier this month. Police are seeking Shaquille O. Manago, who reportedly attacked the victim around 3 a.m. on July 10 at Ashmont Station, according...
A Taste of Ethnic Boston returns
A Taste of Ethnic Boston returns to Big Night Live, 110 Causeway Street Boston, MA 02114 on July 30, 6:00 – 9:00 PM. Attendees from across the state as well as visitors will gather with anticipation and excitement for a number of exquisite culturally diverse culinary dishes. More than 800 enthusiasts and tastemakers will be attending, ready to guide you on a culinary adventure at Get Konnected’s 10th Annual A Taste of Ethnic Boston Food Festival.
Boston College Football: 40 Most Important Players of 2024, 23-20
Continuing our look at the most important Boston College football players for the 2024 season. The march to the 2024 season continues for Boston College football, and Bill O'Brien in just five weeks when they head to Tallahassee to face off with the Florida State Seminoles. To kick off our coverage, Mitch Wolfe and I will be looking at the Most Important Boston College Players in 2024. Over the next month we will be breaking down each player and discussing why they are critical for Boston College's success.
Andover seeks summary judgment in Fahey lawsuit
ANDOVER — A motion for summary judgment has been filed by the defense in the lawsuit by former Youth Services Director William “Bill” Fahey against Town Manager Andrew Flannagan and the Town of Andover. Fahey filed a civil complaint for wrongful termination in 2021, following his firing...
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