The City Council approved a controversial redistricting plan by a 7-6 vote on Aug. 22, with local councilors differing on the issue. City Councilor Matt O’Malley, who represents the Back of the HIll, voted in favor of the plan, saying…
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BHA smoking ban to begin
A ban on smoking anywhere inside Boston Housing Authority (BHA) buildings—including tenants’ apartments—goes into effect on Sept. 30. “The City of Boston is proud to be at the forefront of having smoke-free living in our public housing,” said Mayor Thomas…
Suspect sought in shooting
A man was shot and wounded on the night of Aug. 3 at Tremont and St. Alphonsus Streets, and Boston police are seeking a male suspect caught on security camera video. The unidentified victim was shot multiple times and suffered…
MassArt grad is living the (alien) dream
Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassART) graduate Brett Sylvia will spend his fall cramped and covered in fur—as the puppeteer inside OP the Cyclops at King Richard’s Faire in Carver. OP the Cyclops is a fantastic, alien creature that…
ZBA denies condo project
The proposed nine-unit condominium building at the corner of Parker and Allegany Streets was denied without prejudice by the zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) on Aug. 7. Steenbrugge can now either abandon the project or file again with the ZBA.…