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Woburn enacted a citywide snow‑emergency parking ban from 6 p.m. Sunday through 6 p.m. Tuesday as a nor'easter approaches; schools and city services will be affected.
Weather & Environment in ...
Wareham has activated its seasonal snow-parking ban. Vehicles must move off the street after three inches of snow; ticketing and towing are possible during the blizzard.
Food & Drinks in ...
Scafidi Bros Market & Deli in Newton Highlands has closed its storefront, citing financial challenges. The family-run shop will fulfill catering orders through Feb. 28.
The Dot Tavern in Dorchester closed last Wednesday after a sudden Instagram announcement; the building's owner is preparing to sell the property.
Politics & Govt in ...
Djuna Perkins filed complaints with state watchdogs alleging Adam Deitch sent campaign emails to government accounts used by public employees. Deitch's campaign denies wrongdoing.
Real Estate & Development in ...
A $22M Beacon Hill sale has renewed scrutiny of Boston's property assessments, with local analysis suggesting luxury homes may be underassessed and shifting the burden.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A house fire on Foxberry Drive injured a firefighter and displaced several residents as mutual‑aid crews battled flames in snowy, icy conditions.
Multiple cruisers and crime-scene tape closed Christopher Street in Dorchester overnight. Officials had not released details and the situation remained developing.
Blizzard Warning in effect for Boston starting Sunday night. Expect heavy snow, damaging winds and coastal flooding into Monday.
A temporary warming center will open at St. Mary's Church ahead of a winter storm. Volunteers are needed for shift coverage; call 508-922-9032.
Revere declared a snow emergency effective Sunday at 5 p.m.; parking bans on key streets will be enforced and trash pickup will be delayed by one day.
Sports in ...
Concord‑Carlisle’s boys and Boston Latin’s girls won Massachusetts state fencing crowns in Cambridge as the sport gains steam with USA Fencing’s planned move to Stow.
Newton police posted photos of coyotes in the Nonantum neighborhood and warned of increased sightings. Officials urged residents to secure trash and keep pets supervised.
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