Traffic Advisory: Broadway Closed from Warren to Franklin
Seek alternate routes.
Broadway is closed again today (Wednesday, July 18) from Warren Street to Franklin Street due to paving.
Seek alternate routes.
Broadway is closed again today (Wednesday, July 18) from Warren Street to Franklin Street due to paving.
The National Weather Service forecasts call for thunderstorms in Arlington, which could bring rain and wind but are also expected to break the heat.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a hazardous weather outlook for Arlington and surrounding communities with severe thunderstorms in the forecast. Thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and into this evening. Storms could bring "damaging winds" and "large hail along with torrential downpours," according to NWS. NWS predicts southern New England will see the worst of the hazardous weather. The hazardous weather could break the heat. A low temperature of 65 degrees is expected in Arlington this evening. The high temperature tomorrow shouldn't exceed 83, according to forecasts.
Please use the comments section below as a forum to discuss Thursday’s vote on the regulation of gas-powered leaf blowers in Arlington.
The special election that will determine the fate of Arlington’s seasonal ban on gas-powered leaf blowers is Thursday, July 19. Residents will be asked to vote on the following question: “Shall the town vote to approve the action of the representative town meeting whereby it was voted to amend the Town Bylaws to prohibit the use of gas-powered leaf blowers on private property between May 15th and October 15th by a vote of 95 in the affirmative to 85 in the negative.” A “Yes” vote keeps the seasonal leaf-blower ban in place. A “No” vote overturns it. Polls will be open from 2 to 8 p.m. Thursday, and polling locations can be found here. Opponents of the ban have a tall task in front of them. In addition to winning the vote Thursday, they’ll …
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The special election that will determine the fate of Arlington’s seasonal ban on gas-powered leaf blowers is Thursday, July 19. Polls will be open from 2 to 8 p.m.
Heat index values expected to top 100 degrees.
Loving the heat this summer? Well, it's continuing today but may reach dangerous levels. According to the National Weather Service, a heat advisory has been issued for Arlington today. The advisory will be in effect from 1-7 p.m. What does this mean for you? Residents can expect temperatures to peak in the mid 90s, with humidity levels reaching 70 degrees. The combined readings will make it feel closer to 102. Heat index values that reach 103 degrees will result in dangerous conditions for those spending prolonged periods of time outdoors. To reduce the risk of heat illness, the NWS recommends drinking plenty of fluids, staying in an air-conditioned room and out of the sun. Any outdoor activities during these hours should be rescheduled …
Arlington Patch's Photo of the Day for Monday, July 16.
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After tonight, the board isn't scheduled to meet again until Aug. 27.
The following is from the Town of Arlington. The Board of Selectmen will meet at 7:15 p.m. Monday, July 16, in the Selectmen’s Chambers on the second floor of Town Hall. Agenda FOR APPROVAL 1. Consent Agenda (one vote required for approval of all items) a. Minutes of Meetings: June 18, 2012 b. REAPPOINTMENTS: Board of Library Trustees, Heather Calvin; Council on Aging, Annette Benter; Human Rights Commission, Eileen Caulo; Personnel Board, Sheila Rawson; Redevelopment Board, Bruce Fitzsimmons (all terms to expire 6/30/2015) c. Approval: St. Eulalia Parish 5K Road Race, 9/9/12, Jim Sauer, Parish Race Coordinator d. Request: Contractor/Drainlayer License, Johnston Paving Co., Inc., 50 Union Ave., Sudbury, Mass. e. Request: Contractor/…
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4:42 pm on Monday, July 16, 2012
I agree wholeheartedly with everything Peggy G. has to say. Furthermore, I don't think it all appropriate for liquor to be served in a family venue such as the neighborhood movie theater where children are always present. Liquor does not have to be associated and present with every form of entertainment.   more ›
Arlington Patch's Photos of the Day for Friday, July 13.
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Seek alternate routes.
In case you missed this enourmous sign, Broadway is closed from Warren Street to Franklin Street today due to paving. Traffic wasn't too bad in the area at about 1 p.m., but I'm sure residents on side roads, such as Everett Street, are seeing extra volume.
Katherine Gonzalves told reporters Wednesday that she has been telling the truth and will continue to do so.
Katherine Gonzalves, the 23-year-old Somerville woman who was allegedly held against her will and assaulted by State Rep. Carlos Henriquez early Sunday morning in Arlington, reaffirmed her accusations Wednesday at a press conference in Boston. “I assure you that the events contained in the police report happened,” said Gonzalves, who was accompanied by attorneys Richard Brody and Leonard Kesten and her mother, Beatriz Mamani, of Arlington. Watch Gonzalves’ remarks “I have told the truth about this incident and will continue to do so,” she continued. Gonzalves read a written statement and then Brody and Kesten took questions for about 20 minutes. How they met Gonzalves was a student at Middlesex Community College this past winter when she …
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Townie From Another Town
10:14 am on Saturday, July 21, 2012
We are not the "laughing stock of the state". People pay plenty of money to buy homes here. Our schools are great and we have a great community.   more ›