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Blizzard Warning in effect for Boston starting Sunday night. Expect heavy snow, damaging winds and coastal flooding into Monday.
Community & Society in ...
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.
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.
Real Estate & Development in ...
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.
Retail & Industry in ...
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.
Methuen declared a short snow emergency Friday night into Saturday morning. Vehicles left on public ways risk ticketing, towing and a $100 fine.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
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.
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