Author: Mara Mellits
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Cedar Grove Gardens 2.0 —New store now open in Ashmont’s Treadmark building
Two years ago, Richard O’Mara closed Cedar Grove Gardens after running the floral and gift shop at 911 Adams St. for more than 44 years. He wanted something less demanding and transitioned to a floral studio, where he made floral…
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EPA finalizes cleanup plan for Lower Neponset
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized its plan to clean hazardous pollutants out of a 3.7-mile stretch of the Neponset River, the landmark waterway that runs 29 miles from Foxborough into Dorchester Bay. The project will target those…
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After big win, Ruthzee Louijeune says she’s ready for more work
City Council President Ruthzee Louijeuene won re-election handily Tuesday, finishing far out in front in a field of eight candidates. But she said she’s not celebrating — she’s getting back to work. Topping her to-do list: exploring whether the city…
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After big win, Ruthzee Louijeune says she’s ready for more work
City Council President Ruthzee Louijeuene won re-election handily Tuesday, finishing far out in front in a field of eight candidates. But she said she’s not celebrating — she’s getting back to work. Topping her to-do list: exploring whether the city…
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Meet the micro influencers thriving in Boston
By Mara Mellits Micro influencers are popping up all over Boston, sharing details of their days, favorite restaurants and workout routines to their online followers. Micro influencers are content creators who have small followings — typically fewer than 100,000 people…
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Why are young people spending so much money?
By Mara Mellits Sabrina DaSilva spends about $60 a month at coffee shops even though she has a coffee machine at home and can get her caffeine fix for free at work, she said. “Sometimes you need that little pick-me-up,”…
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Boston city councillors add voices to latest rent control push
By Mara Mellits Four Boston city councillors Wednesday endorsed a rent control measure that supporters hope to get on the 2026 Massachusetts ballot. The “Keep Massachusetts Home” initiative would limit annual rent increases to the cost of living, with a…