The City of Boston is adding 400 new solar-powered “Big Belly” trash compactors with recycling around the city, including several in the North End / Waterfront area. This will dramatically increase the number of Big Bellies, bringing the total in the city to 575, according the the Department of Public Works. Vector Media is purchasing Read More…
The Massachusetts Oyster Project is watching new species return to Boston Harbor. This year we saw the return of Mackerel, which were last seen here decades ago. There also was a new species that feeds on jelly fish. And the ongoing success of the Oystercatchers. The Item’s Joe Holey Reports “Fish On!” Fishing remains excellent Read More…
On Sunday, November 4, 2018, 2:00 a.m., clocks are turned backward 1 hour to Sunday, November 4, 2018, 1:00 a.m. local standard time instead. Sunrise and sunset will be about one hour earlier on Nov 4, 2018 than the day before, meaning there will be more light in the morning, but you’ll likely be commuting home after dark. If you’re planning Read More…
