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Chelsea has a snow parking ban on even-numbered sides of emergency arteries starting Sunday at 6 p.m.; towing and daily sidewalk fines are possible.
Everett declared a snow parking ban as a big winter storm approaches: main roads will be cleared first, secondary streets must use the even side, and trash pickup is delayed.
UMass President Marty Meehan pledged $1.5M and UMass Lowell will rename University Crossing in his honor. The gift is aimed at expanding internships and career-connected programs.
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A targeted sewer on North Bedford Street is positioned to unlock a 412,500‑sf warehouse and a 240‑unit housing project while officials say homeowners won’t shoulder the bill. Construction is moving faster than expected.
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The operator of View Boston plans staff cuts this spring, the Boston Business Journal reports. The reductions could affect concessions, ticketing and guest services at the Prudential observatory.
Palmer resident Karen Chudy won $1 million on a $10 scratch-off and chose a $650,000 lump-sum payout. The Shell that sold the ticket will receive a $10,000 bonus.
Weather & Environment in ...
Methuen declared a short snow emergency Friday night into Saturday morning. Vehicles left on public ways risk ticketing, towing and a $100 fine.
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Lynn announced a parking ban starting at 8 p.m. Friday under a snow advisory; snow lots opened at 6 p.m. and towed cars will be taken to the ferry terminal.
Watertown has hired engineers and planners to turn the Four Corners concept into construction-ready designs while testing redevelopment of municipal parking lots.
A powerful coastal storm is likely Sunday, February 22 into Monday, February 23 with 6 6 inches possible, gusty winds and coastal flooding risk.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
Wareham police say a Feb. 20 search-warrant operation led to the arrest of a 37-year-old and the seizure of suspected fentanyl, cocaine, pills and cash.
Braintree police warned of an online post promoting a 'mall takeover' at South Shore Plaza Friday at 7 p.m. Officers say they've developed an operational plan and will monitor the site.
Woburn‑based Boston Metal cut 71 jobs after an industrial accident at its Brazil facility stalled a key funding deal, local reporting shows. The layoffs cast doubt on near‑term scaling plans.
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