Harvard Square block closing to traffic for outdoor dining, pedestrians
There's a block in Harvard Square that will close to traffic permanently and will become a pedestrian walkway and outdoor dining space
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There's a block in Harvard Square that will close to traffic permanently and will become a pedestrian walkway and outdoor dining space
Restaurants will be able to put tables on sidewalks and parking spaces without blocking traffic. Outdoor dining will be in place from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day.
A restaurant owner in Boston's North End says he's running for mayor because he wants to change the city's outdoor dining rules.
A restaurant owner in Boston's North End announced he'll be running for mayor in 2025 and he'll be focused on returning outdoor dining to the neighborhood. WBZ-TV's Laura Haefeli reports.
A sidewalk expansion project in Swampscott will create permanent room for outdoor dining through a state grant.
A sidewalk expansion project in Swampscott will allow for more outdoor dining. WBZ-TV's Paul Burton reports.
Outdoor dining is returning to Moody Street in Waltham this year but the street won't be closed to traffic, leaving business owners in the area divided.
Outdoor dining is returning to Moody Street in Waltham this year but the street won't be closed to traffic, leaving business owners in the area divided. WBZ TV's Tiffany Chan reports.
Some North End restaurants closed for two hours, in order to discuss the battle for outdoor dining. WBZ-TV's Mike Sullivan reports.
Restaurant owners in the North End are calling out Boston Mayor Michelle Wu for discrimination and a lack of transparency. WBZ-TV's Beth Germano reports.
Restaurants can now apply for a Dog-Friendly Spaces Variance to be able to allow dogs into outdoor dining spaces.
Outdoor dining will only be allowed from Thursday night to early Monday morning throughout the season.
Outdoor dining will only be allowed from Thursday evening to early Monday morning.
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The New England Patriots are moving on to the divisional round of the NFL playoffs. Now they have to wait until Monday night to find out who they will play.
Star New England Patriots defensive lineman Milton Williams laid some big hits against the Los Angeles Chargers. One of them came on his head coach.
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As millions of Americans struggle with paying for health care, doctors and health experts discuss how medical care is being eroded by insurers denying necessary tests and treatment, making it "more difficult to be healthy in the United States."
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In the last three years, the Better Business Bureau has received thousands of complaints about GE.
A home baker from Foxboro, Massachusetts is frustrated that the pricy oven she bought from GE wasn't working properly. Attempts to fix it failed.
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A Massachusetts family got stuck with a bill for a damaged tire on their rental car, even though they bought the extra coverage.
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Both the Trump and Healey administrations are using government websites to blame each other for the shutdown.
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TJ Maxx has closed its Newbury Street store in Boston less than a decade after it first opened.
Circle Furniture appears to have suddenly closed all of its stores right before Christmas.
The overpowering scent of Dunkin' donuts in the air has some Haverhill residents complaining.
Ice Castles in North Woodstock, New Hampshire is opening unusually early this year.
The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission unanimously approved regulations to allow for legal marijuana use in public settings.
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James Beard-nominated pastry chef and co-founder of Bakey in Boston gives insight on how to make his world-famous babka.
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye struggled at times, but helped his team earn a 16-3 win over the Los Angeles Chargers.
Star New England Patriots defensive lineman Milton Williams laid some big hits against the Los Angeles Chargers. One of them came on his head coach.
The New England Patriots are moving on to the divisional round of the NFL playoffs. Now they have to wait until Monday night to find out who they will play.
The New England Patriots defense was dominant in a 16-3 win over the Los Angeles Chargers in the NFL wild card round.
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