3 adult males have been Arrested in Connection to 9/8 Shooting

After an extensive CID investigation, 3 adult males have been arrested in connection to a shooting that occurred on 9/8 in the area of 460 – 480 Mystic Ave. One individual was arrested on two counts of armed assault to murder; firearm, discharge within 500 ft. of building; and firearm, carry with ammunition. Continue reading 3 adult males have been Arrested in Connection to 9/8 Shooting

“Strike Up the Band” at September’s SomerStreets Festival

Join your neighbors to help “Strike Up The Bands” at September’s SomerStreets celebration on Sunday, September 19. Part of the Arts Council’s annual series of SomerStreets events, the festival will fill Highland Avenue between Central Street and Lowell Street from 2 to 6 p.m., rain or shine. Continue reading “Strike Up the Band” at September’s SomerStreets Festival

City Councilor McLaughlin 9/11 Commentary

This is a particularly difficult 9/11, both because of the 20th anniversary as well as the recent events in Afghanistan. Today I honor the selfless service of our first responders and service members who rush towards danger even when it is not always appreciated by everyone. I also mourn for the people of Afghanistan who are often forgotten and will continue to suffer long after we are gone. Continue reading City Councilor McLaughlin 9/11 Commentary