By Paul Upton 

The Burren in Davis Square was host to a charity concert past Thursday night by Cambridge Police Lieutenant Pauline Wells. Continue reading Pauline Wells Packs the House at the Burren in Somerville  →

The Irish American Police Officers Association Pipes and Drums Band. (Courtesy Photo)

MALDEN — The Irish American Police Officers Association (IAPOA) is pleased to announce that it hosted its 18th annual awards dinner, where it recognized over two dozen police officers for their bravery, humanitarianism and sacrifice on behalf of the communities they serve. Continue reading Irish American Police Officers Association Hosts 18th Annual Awards Dinner →

GLOUCESTER — John Rosenthal, Co-founder and Chairman of the Police Assisted Addiction and Recovery Initiative (P.A.A.R.I.), and Executive Director Allie Hunter McDade announce that the Police Assisted Addiction and Recovery Initiative has sent a letter to Reed Cordish, Assistant to President Donald J. Trump, highlighting the critical importance of the Office of National Drug Control Policy as the nation continues to deal with an opioid epidemic that now claims more lives each year than automobile crashes.
The letter, sent yesterday afternoon, was signed by the board of directors and 117 law enforcement partners (including 68 chiefs of police) representing agencies from coast-to-coast. Continue reading P.A.A.R.I. and Over 100 Police Officials Send Letter to White House Regarding Future of ONDCP →

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Attention all incoming 6th, 7th and 8th grade students!
 You are welcome to check out what the Medford Technical High School has to offer. Students can sample a variety of programs in a fun and interactive environment. Continue reading Come and Explore CTE At Medford Tech →

The Burlington Police and Fire Departments hosted a number of agencies for an active shooter drill at the Burlington Mall late last month. (Photo Courtesy of Alyssa Papsedero) Continue reading Burlington Police and Fire Host Active Shooter Drill at Mall →

NORTH READING — Chief Michael P. Murphy reports that several people were arrested this past Thursday after a joint Municipal, State, and Federal investigation into alleged human trafficking in several communities.
The case, brought forward by North Reading Police Detectives, resulted in five arrests in four communities and freed 10 women from alleged human sex trafficking. Continue reading Statement from North Reading Police Department Regarding Human Trafficking Arrests →

Runners and Walkers Will Again Create a “Sea of Pink” at Fourth Annual 5K

Held in Memory of Teacher Colleen Ritzer
Continue reading Thousands to Step Up for Colleen Ritzer on May 7 in Andover →

No Danger Found — School Day Resumed Normally with Minimal Disruption

STONEHAM — Police Chief James McIntyre and Superintendent of Schools Dr. Les Olson report that Stoneham High School was briefly placed on lockdown mode after a student dialed 911 and told police that she could hear someone screaming. Continue reading Stoneham High School Briefly Shelters in Place After Student Calls 911 →

Highlights investments in Boston Fire Department; Honors Commissioner Joseph Finn as Fire Chief of the Year

 
BOSTON – Thursday, May 4, 2017 – Mayor Martin J. Walsh today joined Boston Fire Commissioner Joseph Finn, firefighters, students from the Mather Elementary School and community members in proclaiming Thursday, May 4 as “Firefighter Appreciation Day” in the City of Boston, which honors the important contributions and sacrifices that firefighters make to keep Boston safe. Continue reading  MAYOR WALSH, COMMISSIONER FINN CELEBRATE FIREFIGHTER APPRECIATION DAY IN BOSTON →

On Monday, May 1st Mayor Carlo DeMaria proclaimed May 1-7, 2017 as Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week. The Mayor met with Superintendent Fred Foresteire, members of the school department, and twelve professionals from Elliot Human Services, and Walker Partnerships to discuss teenagers and youth of Everett with mental health needs in high school, elementary, and middle school. Continue reading EVERETT MAYOR DEMARIA PROCLAIMS THE FIRST WEEK OF MAY AS CHILDREN’S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK →

Mayor Carlo DeMaria was pleased to join the youth of Everett and their families this past weekend at the Everett Girls Softball Opening Day Ceremony.

  Continue reading MAYOR DEMARIA HELPS CELEBRATE OPENING DAY WITH EVERETT YOUTH LEAGUE GIRLS SOFTBALL →

You won’t hear this from the National Weather Service!

Your Massachusetts Motorcycle Association is the first to announce a “Storm” coming on May 18, 2017. Less than 1 month away, “Storm The State House” will hit the motorcyclists of Massachusetts. Continue reading MMA News Update: A STORM IS COMING →

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LAWRENCE — Chief James Fitzpatrick and the Lawrence Police Department are warning residents about telephone scams that have been reported to police recently, in which the scam artist speaks Spanish in an attempt to con a resident out of their money or personal information. Continue reading Lawrence Police Department Warns Residents about Spanish-Language Telephone Scams →

The Cambridge Compact for a Sustainable Future recently organized an educational workshop on strategies to achieve cost savings through energy efficiency upgrades and renewable energy in multi-family buildings. Continue reading Cambridge Compact Workshop Brings Together Energy Efficiency Programs and Incentives for Multi-Family Buildings →

Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Billerica Chief of Police Daniel Rosa have confirmed that three people have died, six remain hospitalized and three individuals were transported to area hospitals, treated and released, Continue reading Middlesex District Attorney’s Office and Billerica Police Investigating Fatal Crash at Lynnway Auto Auction  →

The City’s Office of Workforce Development is sponsoring an Arts & Culture Job Fair on Wednesday, April 26, from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the Central Square Library, 45 Pearl Street in Cambridge. Continue reading Cambridge Jobs Fair →

Attend events to get involved and visit the City’s new Adopt-A-Tree page
 

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. – April 24, 2017 – Join the Department of Public Works to celebrate the City’s first “Arbor Week.” Continue reading City of Cambridge Celebrates “Arbor Week” April 24-28 →

On April 22, 2017 the Tewksbury Police Department arrested Eduard Abreu, 36 of 572 Essex St., Lawrence for distribution of a class b substance, cocaine and possession with the intent to distribute a class b substance, cocaine. Continue reading Tewksbury Drug Distribution Arrest – Apache Way →

BOSTON – The Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA) and the Department of Neighborhood Development (DND) today announced that the 226 – 232 Highland Street E+ Green Building project in Roxbury has been selected as a 2017 American Institute of Architects (AIA) Housing Award Winner, one of three across the country in the “One and Two Family Production Home” category. Continue reading CITY OF BOSTON’S ROXBURY E+ HOUSING PROJECT HONORED BY AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS  →

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Last week, Medford High School and the Medford Technical High School, celebrated Diversity Week.
Continue reading Medford:MHS/MTHS Celebrates Diversity Week →

Neighborhood Trauma Teams in Dorchester, Jamaica Plain, Roxbury and East Boston to strengthen City response efforts Continue reading MAYOR WALSH TO LAUNCH NEW TRAUMA RESPONSE TEAMS →

My Father’s War

Serving a purpose higher than themselves, we need to honor that.

– Steve Manchester
Continue reading My Father’s War by Charley Valera →

Hats off to the Muslim Community on tonight’s packed fundraiser to benefit Bread of Life and thank you to the IA for donating the space! 

Ribbon cutting for updated facilities at Dare Family Services made with CDBG funding

Newton, MA – Earlier today, Mayor Setti Warren, the Newton Planning Department, and Dare Family Services leadership, staff, Continue reading Mayor Setti Warren Speaks out Against President Trump’s Plan to Eliminate CDBG Funds at Local Event Celebrating National Community Development Week →

Photos by Larry Richardson of Larry’s Drive by Pictures

By John P Zafiris Jr

The Massachusetts Society of The Sons of the American Revolution Colonel Henry Knox Regimental Color Guard marched on and fired a musket salute on the North Bridge in Concord ,Massachusetts this past Wednesday on the 242nd anniversary of The Concord Fight April 19, 1775. 
Continue reading North Bridge Musket Salute Fired in Concord →

Grants Will Support Summer Programming for Youth
 

Mayor Martin J. Walsh and Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) have announced the release of the 2017 BCYF Summer Grants RFP. Applicants may apply for a 2017 BCYF Summer Grant of up to $4,000 to support fun, safe, Continue reading Mayor Walsh Announces 2017 BCYF Summer Grants for Local Agencies →

A 19th century cannonball, which is believed to have contained explosive components, was found in a box of antiques recently purchased by a resident. Continue reading Hull Police and State Police Bomb Squad Respond after Resident Finds Cannonball in Box of Antiques →

On April 9, 2017 the Tewksbury Police Department arrested Eric Shaughnessy, 34 of 12 Hovey Street, Dracut and Christine Gray, 42 of 75 Tarbell Street, Manchester, NH for trafficking methamphetamine, over 36 grams, possession with the intent to distribute class a, heroin and class b, cocaine Continue reading Tewksbury Drug Trafficking Arrests – Crystal Meth →

ABC News Anchor Dan Harris Gives Keynote Address on Unlocking the Power of Mindfulness

  Continue reading District Attorney Marian Ryan and Middlesex Partnerships for Youth, Inc. Host Annual SECURE conference  →

This spring marks one year since the City of Cambridge achieved the highest 5-STAR rating in the country from STAR Communities, recognizing Cambridge as a national leader in sustainability. 
Continue reading Cambridge Achieved Highest 5-STAR Rating in Country From STAR Communities →

DEDHAM, Ma. (April 7, 2017)—The American Red Cross joins community leaders to host 3 blood drives in honor of the lives forever changed by the Boston Marathon bombings and to pay tribute to the strength and resilience shown by so many following the attacks.
Continue reading American Red Cross hosts commemorative blood drives in remembrance of the Boston Marathon bombings →

Cambridge will Honor Trailblazing Women on Wednesday April 12, 5:45-8 p.m., at City Hall, Sullivan Chamber, 2nd Floor, 795 Mass. Ave. Continue reading Cambridge To Honor Trailblazing Women  →

Please join us for a public forum to comment on Malden’s draft Open Space and Recreation Plan goals and action items, and to review our survey findings.

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Step forward in Mayor Setti Warren’s Housing Strategy goal to expand housing options and affordability for individuals, families, and seniors
Continue reading Newton Passes Accessory Apartment Ordinance →

Call for artists will expand the City’s alternative space pilot program

BOSTON – Thursday, April 6, 2017 – Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced a call for artists for the Alternative Space Pilot Program, a partnership between the City of Boston and local businesses and institutions, allowing artists and organizations Continue reading MAYOR WALSH ANNOUNCES CALL FOR ARTISTS AT MASSACHUSETTS EYE AND EAR  →

On Saturday, April 15, 2017, MassDOT crews will be inspecting the bridge that carries Route 62 (Gleasondale Road) over the Assabet River in the town of Stow.  Continue reading Stow: Route 62 (Gleasondale Road) Bridge over the Assabet River Bridge Inspection scheduled for Saturday, April 15th   →

Photos by William Tauro 

Photos of the school bus crash that happened on Route 3 in Bedford early Wednesday morning that sent 24 students to the hospital Continue reading Photos of Bedford Route 3 School Bus Accident That Sent 24 Students To The Hospital  →

Covenant Brings Total Developer Payments and Contributions to Estimated $112M

Benefits include funding for GLX, job programs, infrastructure projects, and more;
Continue reading Union Square, Somerville, Master Developer Signs Agreement to Provide Green Line Contribution and Additional Community Benefits; →

BOSTON – Tuesday, April 4, 2017 – Mayor Martin J. Walsh and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department will host the 18th Annual Neighborhood Coffee Hour Series in local parks citywide from April 24 to July 20.   Continue reading BOSTON MAYOR WALSH ANNOUNCES 2017 COFFEE HOUR SERIES →

 
Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce that the Everett Health Department and the VCA Everett Animal Hospital will be holding a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday, April 12th from 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm at the VCA Everett Animal Hospital at 251 Chelsea Street in Everett. Continue reading CITY OF EVERETT TO HOLD ANNUAL RABIES CLINIC →

Monday, April, 10 2017 – Friday, May 5, 2017

The Water Department will be flushing water mains throughout the City beginning April, 10th 2017 through May 5th, 2017. Continue reading EVERETT HYDRANT FLUSHING →

Boston Compact, Teach Plus work to bring best teaching practices to all classrooms in Boston

BOSTON – Tuesday, April 4, 2017 – Mayor Martin J. Walsh and city education stakeholders today announced a groundbreaking new learning collaborative joining together Boston Public Schools, charter and Catholic schools in Boston to share and support best teaching practices and professional development across city school sectors. Continue reading MAYOR WALSH ANNOUNCES INNOVATIVE TEACHER LEARNING COLLABORATIVE BETWEEN DISTRICT, CHARTER & CATHOLIC SCHOOLS ACROSS CITY →

The town of Arlington was recently awarded $15,000 from the Massachusetts Historical Commission’s FY 2017 Survey and Planning Grant Program, which supports historic preservation planning activities in communities throughout the state. Continue reading Arlington Awarded $15,000 From Massachusetts Historical Commission Grant Program  →

The Tewksbury Police Department will partner with the 202 eligible local Massachusetts law enforcement agencies and the Massachusetts State Police in the national U Drive, U Text, U Pay mobilization to crack down on texting while driving. Continue reading The Tewksbury Police Department Joins Statewide Effort to Reduce Distracted Driving Crashes →

EVERETT – Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Everett Chief of Police Steven Mazzie have announced that David Grossack, 47, was arraigned today in Malden District Court and charged with murder in connection with the February 25 homicide of Francis Brescia, 65 of Everett. Continue reading Man Held Without Bail in Everett Homicide →

Mayor Martin J. Walsh will host the first ride of the season on the popular Boston Swan Boats as they open at the Public Garden lagoon on Saturday, April 15, at 11:30 a.m.  Continue reading MAYOR WALSH OPENS SWAN BOATS APRIL 15 →