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The MBTA is taking ideas for improvements through 2050, but no local listening sessions are set yet (updated)

by Marc Levy April 13, 2026

A “fiscally constrained” Capital Investment Plan already includes more than 600 projects, but the MBTA says it's seeking more input.

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Demolition detours end Friday so traffic can return to normal around the site of former Riverview condos

by Marc Levy April 13, 2026

With teardown complete at 221 Mount Auburn St., Cambridge is about to reopen the surrounding Sparks and Mount Auburn streets after 272 days.

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Order around appointing special police in Somerville, including at Housing Authority, paused for questions

by Marc Levy April 12, 2026

Legislators warn that time is running out to make sure of passage on Beacon Hill, putting pressure on action when an order returns April 23.

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Cambridge meetings, April 13-20: Another zigzag on Garden Street and multi-income housing

by Marc Levy April 12, 2026

Take part in meetings on a massive energy project, social housing, traffic changes (or not) on Garden Street and Gold Star Mothers park.

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Somerville meetings, April 13-20: Displacement and affordability, a change of use in Union Square

by Marc Levy April 12, 2026

Take part in meetings on finances for the school district, displaced people and creation of affordable homes and a wish not to build Union Square offices.

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Somerville is beefing up its Welcoming Community Ordinance against Trump policies

by Marc Levy April 11, 2026

A law that spells out Somerville’s resistance to federal oppression is being strengthened, including protections for First Amendment expression.

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Deal offers a chance for Somerville to own instead of rent at its months-old Assembly Square fire station

by Marc Levy April 10, 2026

With a sudden $7 million bond appropriation by the City Council, Somerville can go from renter to owner at its Assembly Square fire station.

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March’s rain and snow helps Northeast leave significant drought, but it’s still important to conserve

by Marc Levy April 10, 2026

The region has been downgraded to a mild drought from significant drought. Dry conditions have persisted since August and could worsen again.

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The innovators of Kendall Square are going to war or escaping to Europe: A conversation

by Marc Levy April 8, 2026

The average resident might be shocked at where things are headed in the gleaming towers of our innovation district.

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Homeless shelter at church is approved by a judge, found to be part of a ‘broader religious project’ (updated)

by Marc Levy April 7, 2026

Some neighbors worried about the effects on the area and property values from crime, drug use and noise from a 26-bed shelter near Davis Square.