Attend Cambridge meetings from Jan. 26-Feb. 2 about a Middle East cease-fire call, senior homes
Public meetings this week look at the return of a Middle East cease-fire resolution, bike lane installations, Lechmere Park changes and a project to put more units of affordable senior housing in the Cambridge Highlands.
Changes to neighborhood conservation districts approved after lengthy conflict and negotiation (corrected)
A debate begun before the Covid pandemic reached a landmark as Cambridge’s City Council accepted changes about the forming and running of Neighborhood Conservation Districts, boards that consider developments and reconstruction in architecturally significant neighborhoods.
State changes timing on Squires Bridge repairs, meaning Union Square T stop will stay in service
State transit officials backtracked on plans Wednesday to close the Union Square branch of the MBTA’s green line extension after local officials raised concerns about the lack of alternative service and communication.
After 16 months of service, Union Square T stop stops July 18-Aug. 28 with no shuttle bus fill-in
The MBTA quietly announced a 42-day closing of the green line extension’s Union Square branch, but legislators from Somerville are fighting back.
Foodstuffs: Grand opening for Portico Brewing; Marathon Day pasta; Blue Man Group ice cream
What’s happening in Cambridge and Somerville kitchens? A Portico Brewing taproom grand opening; Marathon Day carbo-loading; Eggs Benedict Day; and a Blue Man Group ice cream at J.P. Licks for April.
Attend meetings in Cambridge Jan. 30-Feb. 5: East Cambridge plans and Gas Light Building
Public meetings this week look at budgeting for Cambridge Public Schools and capital projects, Brattle Street improvements, East Cambridge developments, the voices of Indigenous people and a landmarking for the circa-1912 Gas Light Co. Building in Central Square.
DIY crafting experience comes to CambridgeSide, an exploration for hobbyists and the retail scene
There are stations for creating “moss art,” terrariums of cacti and small figurines, arrangements with dried flowers and more at the new Studio at Garden Streets.
Gift cards at a Dec. 15 clinic could be the answer for city’s ‘disturbingly low’ Covid booster rates
For the first time, the city will offer a financial incentive for getting a Covid-19 shot, a suggestion of city councillors who are concerned by stubbornly low booster rates.
East Cambridge conservation district is endorsed by historical commissioners and Planning Board
The Cambridge Historical Commission recommends establishing an East Cambridge Neighborhood Conservation District. Members said that it would send that guidance to the City Council with amendments suggested by the Planning Board, which approved the idea of an NCD on Nov. 22.
A week of events in Cambridge and Somerville, from a pie-based fundraiser to open art studios
In a look ahead at a week of Cambridge and Somerville events, Petsi Pies founder Renee McLeod shares her secrets for a good cause, a Holiday Plant Enthusiast Market is coming, there are open studios by Brickbottom/Joy Street artists, Robert Pinsky reads, “Something Strange” returns and much more.
