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They’re anti-driveway, pro-democracy and a little dodgy up on Avon Hill
By Marc Levy
Published: January 26, 2012
Considering the rhetoric like they get to hear on a proposed driveway up on ritzy Avon Hill — about the meaning of democracy, the future of a historic neighborhood and thinking of the children — it’s little surprise city councillors want out.
Exhibit of CRLS art has reception Thursday
By Marc Levy
Published: January 23, 2012
For those inclined to look at art and complain, “My kid could have done that,” here’s an art exhibit where they probably did. But with the level of accomplishment at Cambridge Rindge & Latin School, that’s hardly an insult.
The baguette was hot, my feelings warm
By Marc Levy
Published: January 5, 2012
I think the Porter Square Panera Bread is here to stay for a while — and I suddenly have warm feelings to hope that’s so.
Basement apartment district passes 7-2
By Marc Levy
Published: December 21, 2011
A plan for basement apartments passed 7-2 at Monday’s meeting of the City Council, despite councillors having a week to think it over since passing it 6-2 and a new round of comments from residents who are opposed.
Knucklebones opening Monday in Davis; Michaels coming to Porter
By Marc Levy
Published: December 4, 2011
Knucklebones, a provider and seller of athletic services and goods, has its “epicenter” grand opening Monday in Davis Square, and a Michaels art store is coming to Porter Square.
Five recommendations: Erica Milia
By Marc Levy
Published: December 2, 2011
We just want to ask you five questions — or, rather, get five recommendations of things to read, listen to, watch, eat and buy. First up is Erica Milia, who is well-read in the display of quantitative information and not so big on TV.
Coming soon: Candy and exercise
By Marc Levy
Published: November 16, 2011
The same conflicted twist of fate that put an ice cream shop by a gym in Porter Square has a new mismatch coming to the stretch of Massachusetts Avenue closer to Harvard Square.
Legislators note MBTA steps to mitigate red line shutdowns
By admin
Published: November 10, 2011
Replacement shuttle service will run more frequently than the normal red line schedule, MBTA officials say, and stations will remain open, allowing people to wait for the shuttle buses inside.
Neighbors oppose driveway for ‘the 99 percent’
By Marc Levy
Published: November 1, 2011
Things were not looking good Monday for the owner of the largest lot in Cambridge, where a construction team has been toiling for four years to, apparently, make a mountain out of a molehill.
Artist’s 70-year path started with escape from Nazis
By Marc Levy
Published: October 30, 2011
The more you know about Jacek von Henneberg, the humble artist and architect down Walden Street, the more amazing he gets.