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Cloudy skies, cooler temperatures and passing showers expected for New England
Another cool-ish, clammy day. Some would define "clammy" as a humid, cool day, and that's exactly what's on tap for Wednesday. Highs will only manage the low 70s as the clouds keep the upper hand and the breezes come in from the east. There will be a couple of showers at times, with the slight chance some of them drop a short period of heavy rain.
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announces she's pregnant
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu has shared some exciting personal news: she's expecting. Wu is pregnant with her third child, she said in an interview with The Boston Globe Monday. A campaign representative confirmed the news in an email statement to the USA Today Network Tuesday. ...
Listen: Rijah examines the power of memories on new single
This is an exclusive song premiere, part of WBUR's effort to highlight New England musicians. During her first year in college, Boston singer-songwriter Rijah took a quick break from her Berklee College of Music dorm to go back to her family’s home in New Jersey. While there, she came upon a box of sea glass she’d collected over the years. The objects made Rijah realize how it’s the simple things — and even the blemishments — that bind memories to a place.
Wednesday's Child: 9-year-old Emmanuel
MARE - Emmanuel, who likes to be called Manny, is an adorable, happy and energetic little boy. He thrives on keeping busy by engaging in activities with others. He also loves to eat, especially "mac and cheese." On target developmentally and physically, he gets along well with other children with adults. He is also very bright and excels in school. Manny really loves to build with Legos and ride his bike and scooter around the neighborhood. He has a beautiful smile, is very caring, and can easily express himself and his needs thoughtfully. He loves one-on-one attention.For more information you can contact MARE: 617-964-MARE (6273) or visit www.mareinc.org.Since its inception in 1981, Wednesday's Child has been a collaboration of the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE), the Department of Children & Families and WBZ-TV/CBS Boston. Hosted by Jack Williams for 34 years, this weekly series has given a face and voice to the children who wait the longest for families. Wednesday's Child has helped find homes for hundreds of waiting children and continues to raise awareness about adoption from foster care.
To Do Today: Catch a Free Outdoor Screening of Jaws at the Anchor Boston
Indulge in a cocktail and watch the world’s most famous shark on the big screen, with views of the city skyline. A free screening of Jaws, as part of the Anchor Boston’s Watch Wednesdays summer series. Check out the venue’s events calendar here. When?. Seating opens tonight...
Field hockey wins gold at camp
The Dragons fared quite well at the Bentley University elite camp run by College Connections. Participants spent the day practicing skills with their teams and played games at night within their pool. Duxbury was undefeated in pool play and prevailed in a shoot-out in the championship game on a clutch goal from Caitlin Hussey. Duxbury won the gold medal after finishing undefeated in the pool. Back row: Clare Carlson, Maddie Cooke, Mia Compton, Isabel Patuto, Niamh McCabe, Marlowe Donohue, Car... A digital subscription is required to access the rest of this content! Please Click here to Subscribe or Login below!
Boston While Black is showing off — and building — the city's vibrant Black culture
Boston While Black connects the city’s Black professionals, entrepreneurs and students with networking opportunities, cultural events, and resources as they navigate through the city and build their lives and careers. On July 20th, Boston While Black hosted their fourth annual Family Reunion event at the Seaport’s Lawn on D....
Select Board discusses hybrid meeting policies for town boards
WESTFORD — Amid a public hearing for a proposed zoning bylaw that would regulate future firearms businesses in town, several attendees and officials have questioned why certain public hearings remain in person only. The Select Board continued discussions regarding a policy for hybrid access to public hearings for land...
Slow start and increased cost of renovating Putnam School housing has CHA in litigation
Slow start and increased cost of renovating Putnam School housing has CHA in litigation. The Cambridge Housing Authority and the construction company that redeveloped its historic Putnam School in East Cambridge are in a high-stakes legal battle, with each side saying the other is responsible for more than a year’s delay in finishing the project. The authority says the contractor, B.C. Construction of North Reading, mismanaged the project and owes the authority almost $2 million in damages stemming from the delay. B.C. Construction has sued the authority for $1.4 million in unpaid bills and says it’s owed another $2 million in costs from the delay, faulting the authority, city departments involved with the project and Eversource for the holdups.
Boston police search for missing 17-year-old from Hyde Park
Police in Boston are looking for a missing teenager last seen more than a week ago. The Boston Police Department said Tuesday that it was searching for 17-year-old Walin Perez of Hyde Park. Perez was last seen around 7:30 a.m. July 12 on River Street in Hyde Park, police said.
Celebrate Independence Day week at Boston Harborfest
The annual event brings four days of historical reenactments, live music, and fireworks to Boston. The annual Boston Harborfest returns to town Independence Day week, bringing live entertainment, historical reenactments, and fireworks to downtown Boston for a four-day celebration. The week culminates with the City of Boston’s official Independence Day commemoration on the morning of the Fourth of July, including a parade and a reading of the Declaration of Independence.
Attend the Embrace Ideas Festival in Boston
Join a three-day celebration of Black art, culture, joy, and excellence. Setting the stage for its third annual Embrace Ideas Festival, nonprofit Embrace Boston continues to unite local, state, and national leaders for a better and more inclusive Boston. And, this year, it aptly begins on Juneteenth. Held at the...
Five-bedroom home sells for $5.6 million in Cambridge
A 3,720-square-foot house built in 1894 has changed hands. The spacious historic property located at 32 Bowdoin Street in Cambridge was sold on June 28, 2024, for $5,600,000, or $1,505 per square foot. This three-story house offers a capacious living environment with its five bedrooms and five bathrooms. On the exterior, the home features a gable roof design constructed with asphalt roofing. Inside, there is a fireplace. The property is equipped with forced air heating and a cooling system. Additionally, the home is equipped with a two-car garage, accommodating vehicles and storage needs efficiently. The property is situated on a lot spanning 5,294 square feet.
Newton South High School students give back through Summer Science Program
This summer in the Newton Summer Science Program, several Newton South High School students are teaching Newton middle-school students courses in science and mathematics. These week-long courses cover fascinating topics, including neuroscience, astronomy, and cryptography. The Newton Summer Science Program was founded by the Newton South Science Team in the...
Governor Healey Appoints Five Members to Framingham State’s BOT
FRAMINGHAM – Framingham State University is excited to announce the recent appointments of five new members to the Framingham State University Board of Trustees by Governor Maura Healey. They are:. Cherie Comeau – Director of Talent Development at Consigli Construction Co., Inc. and Owner of CC Leadership Solutions, LLC....
Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line: Somerville’s Dumping Ground for Methadone Packs, Condoms etc…
Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,. Board of Health director Karin Carroll gives out free needles. And also if they bring back 50 needles she gives them 10bucks. Who’s money city?. This is what was picked up today West Branch Library. Hundreds of needles picked up...
Breaking: Property Owner Eyes Building 225 Apartments At Purecoat Site On Hittinger St.
Photo: The Purecoat North site which the owner the Tosi family hopes to build 225 apartment units on the three acre site adjacent Hittinger Street and Brighton Avenue. The property owner of the Purecoat North Plating manufacturing site on Hittinger Street and a dog daycare business facing Brighton Street in east Belmont has presented to the town a preliminary design to redevelop the 126,726 square foot parcel into a 225 unit apartment complex with four floors of residential units above street level retail stores.
On Land or Ship, Port Chaplains Offer Comfort to Seafarers of the World
Port chaplains provide much-needed services for those who make their living at sea. Randall Armor, CC BY-NC-ND Boston celebrated its maritime heritage in June by welcoming tall ships from around the world into Boston Harbor for the celebratory event, Sail Boston. Thousands of people visited the magnificent vessels at anchor to learn about Boston’s rich maritime history.
Nonantum’s Festa Italiana: 89 years and counting!
Red, white, and green flags; porch lights and median strips; flagpole posters with pictures of local business owners and departed members of the St. Mary of Carmen Society — and temporary electronic police signs warning drivers to expect delays July 17-21 from 4PM to 11PM — announce Nonantum’s annual Italian-American Festival.
Boston police, school safety officers square off in dodgeball competition
BOSTON — Boston police officers and Boston Public School safety officers participate in a dodgeball game to strengthen their relationship and promote mental health. In a friendly dodgeball competition held in Hyde Park, police officers and school safety officers traded their uniforms for athletic gear. "Today? Oh, I'm running...
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