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‘Fjord’ is a restrained thriller that is undermined by its simplistic answers to uncomfortable questions

dlvr.it‘Fjord’ is a restrained thriller that is undermined by its simplistic answers to uncomfortable questions “Fjord,” which won the top prize at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, is the latest of Romanian director Cristian Mungiu’s explorations of societal and political systems. Some will not read any further after that description — Romanian? Political? Systems? — but for those of you who... The post ‘Fjord’ is a restrained thriller that is undermined by its simplistic answers to uncomfortable questions appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Even if Magazine Beach sports fields stay, Cambridgeport questions the value of plans for a CSO tank

dlvr.itEven if Magazine Beach sports fields stay, Cambridgeport questions the value of plans for a CSO tankThe state has backed away from a plan to take Magazine Beach land permanently and expressed openness to seeking alternatives for burying a massive water tank there, said attendees at a Tuesday meeting of the Cambridgeport Neighborhood Association. The plan including infrastructure to prevent combined sewer overflows... The post Even if Magazine Beach sports fields stay, Cambridgeport questions the value of plans for a CSO tank appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Police unions in Cambridge oppose orders around divestment amid Middle East violence

dlvr.itPolice unions in Cambridge oppose orders around divestment amid Middle East violenceFrom the Cambridge Police Patrol Officers Association and Cambridge Police Superior Officers Association We write to express strong opposition to policy orders that seek to restrict municipal investments and business relationships with certain publicly traded companies. Cambridge cannot demand the highest standards of transparency, accountability and professionalism... The post Police unions in Cambridge oppose orders around divestment amid Middle East violence appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Lucky’s Picks: City Night Readings, trick or treats, Bollylates and SomerWrites returns

dlvr.itLucky’s Picks: City Night Readings, trick or treats, Bollylates and SomerWrites returnsOct. 30: City Night Readings Series (Little Crepe Café, Cambridge) Little Crepe Café, nestled at the corner of Oxford and Crescent Street, holds a lively poetry night weekly on Fridays. Hosted by Haitian-American poet Jean-Dany Joachim, owner of the cafe and a former Populist Poet of Cambridge,... The post Lucky’s Picks: City Night Readings, trick or treats, Bollylates and SomerWrites returns appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Cambridge and its residents need one standard for human rights

dlvr.itCambridge and its residents need one standard for human rightsThe Cambridge City Council is weighing policy orders to divest city funds from, and restrict purchases involving, companies tied to Israel’s military campaign in Gaza. The debate has caused undeniable anguish among our neighbors. The two of us have worked together on some issues, and opposed each... The post Cambridge and its residents need one standard for human rights appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Honeycomb Creamery readies its Crisscross Bakehouse, starting with pop-ups for sweet and savory goods

dlvr.itHoneycomb Creamery readies its Crisscross Bakehouse, starting with pop-ups for sweet and savory goodsThe Honeycomb Creamery ice cream shop is opening a next-door bakery called Crisscross Bakehouse to sell small-batch sweet and savory pastries, with an opening menu including a pain de mie sandwich bread, dinner rolls, cornbread and biscuits, but also scones, cinnamon rolls, cookies, brownies and muffins, said... The post Honeycomb Creamery readies its Crisscross Bakehouse, starting with pop-ups for sweet and savory goods appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Cambridge wanted to speak with the dead, summon the Harvard spiritualism-versus-science investigation of 1857

dlvr.itCambridge wanted to speak with the dead, summon the Harvard spiritualism-versus-science investigation of 1857In the mid-19th century, spiritualism gained momentum across the country. The roots of the movement can be traced to the 1840s in upstate New York, where evangelical religious revivals had taken hold and laid the groundwork for personal and emotional interactions with the divine. Spiritualism’s basic tenets... The post Cambridge wanted to speak with the dead, summon the Harvard spiritualism-versus-science investigation of 1857 appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Stage spotlight: ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’ and ‘The Commute’

dlvr.itStage spotlight: ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’ and ‘The Commute’Oct. 29: “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” (The Armory, Somerville) What happens when newlyweds Brad Majors and Janet Weiss get a flat tire in the middle of a storm and stumble upon a Gothic mansion? Ready or not, the couple is thrust into the lair of Dr.... The post Stage spotlight: ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’ and ‘The Commute’ appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Waylon Wyatt shines bright like an ‘Arkansas Diamond’

dlvr.itWaylon Wyatt shines bright like an ‘Arkansas Diamond’After two sold-out shows at The Sinclair in 2025, country artist Waylon Wyatt made his grand return to Boston at Royale on Friday. The chilly October night did not stop young female fans from pulling out their cutest jean skirts and cowgirl boots. Girls entertained themselves before... The post Waylon Wyatt shines bright like an ‘Arkansas Diamond’ appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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‘Wildwood’ is a technical marvel filled with heart and adventure to delight the entire family

dlvr.it‘Wildwood’ is a technical marvel filled with heart and adventure to delight the entire family Don’t let the gorgeous stop-motion animation trick you into thinking of “Wildwood” as a typical children’s film, even though it will undoubtedly satisfy viewers of all ages. Death is not just present in “Wildwood,” it’s the central force that drives the characters to action. Villains are... The post ‘Wildwood’ is a technical marvel filled with heart and adventure to delight the entire family appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Reviewed: ‘Wickhills’ is a fantasy spy thriller that loves its setting – and by the end you will too

dlvr.itReviewed: ‘Wickhills’ is a fantasy spy thriller that loves its setting – and by the end you will tooImagine Francis Bacon did the concept art for a version of Tolkein’s Minas Tirith that had been squashed from its long-climbing spiral into a chaotic network of neighborhoods, squares, alleys, zones, warrens and castles. Imagine if it was contained by a wall that was too short to... The post Reviewed: ‘Wickhills’ is a fantasy spy thriller that loves its setting – and by the end you will too appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.

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Finances look increasingly painful for homeowners through 2030, but Cambridge isn’t ready for early retirements

dlvr.itFinances look increasingly painful for homeowners through 2030, but Cambridge isn’t ready for early retirementsTough times financially are leading Cambridge to begin tilting its tax burden back toward homeowners from businesses, and to ask department heads to find more budget savings atop the 2.1 percent from last year. But things aren’t so bad that the city has to begin asking for... The post Finances look increasingly painful for homeowners through 2030, but Cambridge isn’t ready for early retirements appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Strategy of avoiding high interest rates means fewer sure-thing projects in Somerville’s five-year plans

dlvr.itStrategy of avoiding high interest rates means fewer sure-thing projects in Somerville’s five-year plansMajor investments in infrastructure such as buildings, streetscapes, parks and equipment for the next five years were included in planning released Thursday by the city of Somerville, but with a focus on avoiding borrowing money and the interest payments that result. “Borrowing creates principal and interest payments,... The post Strategy of avoiding high interest rates means fewer sure-thing projects in Somerville’s five-year plans appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Vote yes on Question 9 for a safe Massachusetts that keeps gun restrictions in place

dlvr.itVote yes on Question 9 for a safe Massachusetts that keeps gun restrictions in placeFrom Dori P. Mazor I recently stopped by my son’s school to take him to a midday appointment. It was my first time in the building, and I was asked to stay in the vestibule and interact with the office staff through a protective glass partition. I... The post Vote yes on Question 9 for a safe Massachusetts that keeps gun restrictions in place appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Tax tip of the week: Form 1040 has extra uses for the self-employed and gig workers

dlvr.itTax tip of the week: Form 1040 has extra uses for the self-employed and gig workersQ: Is my federal income tax return – Form 1040 – used only to calculate federal income taxes? A: No. Your federal tax return can also calculate other taxes, including Social Security and Medicare taxes for people who are self-employed. With more people earning money through gig... The post Tax tip of the week: Form 1040 has extra uses for the self-employed and gig workers appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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AI breaks the social contract that says writers put in more work than their readers

dlvr.itAI breaks the social contract that says writers put in more work than their readersThe Boston Globe published an article about a familiar subject: Cambridge’s zoning policies. While I can’t say for sure how the piece was written, it contains a few AI-isms we have all come to look out for: “Unit size matters, too” (the short tagline to introduce a... The post AI breaks the social contract that says writers put in more work than their readers appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Cambridge meetings, Oct. 26-Nov. 2: Third meeting addresses divestment proposal

dlvr.itCambridge meetings, Oct. 26-Nov. 2: Third meeting addresses divestment proposalThese are just some of the municipal meetings and civic events for the coming week. More are on the City Calendar and in the city’s Open Meetings Portal. Upcoming year’s education spend City Council and School Committee roundtable, 4 p.m. Monday. Members of the council and committee... The post Cambridge meetings, Oct. 26-Nov. 2: Third meeting addresses divestment proposal appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Somerville meetings, Oct. 26-Nov. 2: Empty storefronts and regulating AI and Airbnbs locally

dlvr.itSomerville meetings, Oct. 26-Nov. 2: Empty storefronts and regulating AI and Airbnbs locallyThese are just some of the municipal meetings and civic events for the coming week. More are on the City of Somerville website. Empty storefronts, double poles City Council Sustainability and Infrastructure Committee, 6 p.m. Monday. This committee run by city councilor Jesse Clingan asks for a... The post Somerville meetings, Oct. 26-Nov. 2: Empty storefronts and regulating AI and Airbnbs locally appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Somerville has improved Community Path safety, and now it’s our turn to do better

dlvr.itSomerville has improved Community Path safety, and now it’s our turn to do betterSomerville government has shown up and made quick-build changes on the Community Path. Now, it’s on us to be better neighbors and users. I want to applaud the city for installing calming measures, better signs and road treatments along the path, especially near School Street. As a... The post Somerville has improved Community Path safety, and now it’s our turn to do better appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Operator who brought Indian fusion to historic Rosebud diner surrenders license, freeing the space for a new menu

dlvr.itOperator who brought Indian fusion to historic Rosebud diner surrenders license, freeing the space for a new menuThe operator of the Rosebud diner in Somerville’s Davis Square from 2023 to this May has surrendered its licensing to the landlord at 381 Summer St., freeing the historic property for the next restaurateur. Koushik “Babu” Koganti had told the Licensing Commission in July that he was... The post Operator who brought Indian fusion to historic Rosebud diner surrenders license, freeing the space for a new menu appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Group running the Somerville Theatre buys its building too – and now just has to pay back the cost

dlvr.itGroup running the Somerville Theatre buys its building too – and now just has to pay back the costThe group of movie lovers that that owns and runs the Somerville Theatre and Arlington Capitol Theatre has bought the 49-55 Davis Square building hosting the Somerville Theatre, its Crystal Ballroom event space and the Mr. Crepe restaurant and offices. The news was announced via a $90,000... The post Group running the Somerville Theatre buys its building too – and now just has to pay back the cost appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Race discrimination lawsuit filed against Somerville in 2021 will be settled with $2.5M

dlvr.itRace discrimination lawsuit filed against Somerville in 2021 will be settled with $2.5MA matter-of-fact vote Thursday by Somerville city councilors appropriated $2.5 million to settle a 2021 lawsuit race discrimination lawsuit by three former Public Works employees. The Middlesex Superior Court suit said Richard Nurse, the highway department’s first Black foreman, was called the N-word and “monkey” by supervisors... The post Race discrimination lawsuit filed against Somerville in 2021 will be settled with $2.5M appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Central Square gets separated bike lanes in 2027

dlvr.itCentral Square gets separated bike lanes in 2027Massachusetts Avenue through Central Square is getting separated bike lanes and other safety improvements starting in 2027. The Central Square Safety Improvement Project moves the bike lane next to the curb and installs quick-build flex posts, pavement markings and modified traffic signals to make biking to homes,... The post Central Square gets separated bike lanes in 2027 appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Naco Taco closes Nov. 1 in Cambridge to consolidate with The Smoot Standard next door

dlvr.itNaco Taco closes Nov. 1 in Cambridge to consolidate with The Smoot Standard next doorThe Naco Taco restaurant closes Nov. 1 at its current Cambridge location, losing its patio as it consolidates with its sister restaurant, The Smoot Standard, owners said Friday. The Mexican restaurant gets “a proper sendoff on Halloween night,” owners said. The Smoot Standard cafe is next door... The post Naco Taco closes Nov. 1 in Cambridge to consolidate with The Smoot Standard next door appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Councilors seek to draw hard lines around the use of AI by City Hall, but the borders are already blurred

dlvr.itCouncilors seek to draw hard lines around the use of AI by City Hall, but the borders are already blurredArtificial intelligence lurked throughout Thursday’s meeting of the Somerville City Council, including adoption of a law setting boundaries for its use in government, protecting residents from decisions made using AI and declaring that the technology shouldn’t be used to replace employees or creative work. The law and... The post Councilors seek to draw hard lines around the use of AI by City Hall, but the borders are already blurred appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Ella McDonald: ‘New York’

dlvr.itElla McDonald: ‘New York’Ella McDonald’s latest single, “New York,” arrives with the kind of sentimental flourish that’s caught between grief for what’s been lost and excitement for what’s to come. As McDonald tells it, the song was born out of an overheard snippet of conversation between two former residents of... The post Ella McDonald: ‘New York’ appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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A meeting eats and dances down Mass. Ave., giving a peek at the future of food from Central Square’s little castle

dlvr.itA meeting eats and dances down Mass. Ave., giving a peek at the future of food from Central Square’s little castleA distinctive miniature castle in Central Square is getting a new purpose: to fortify entrepreneurs before they open restaurants in their own storefronts. By spring the 420-square-foot white structure at 25 Central Square should have its first yearlong restaurant residency, said Michael Monestime, president of the Central... The post A meeting eats and dances down Mass. Ave., giving a peek at the future of food from Central Square’s little castle appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Cambridge gives final approvals for a hotel on the Somerville line and its linking of community paths

dlvr.itCambridge gives final approvals for a hotel on the Somerville line and its linking of community pathsA 145-room hotel straddling the Cambridge-Somerville line at McGrath Highway has all of the permissions to go forward, after Cambridge’s Board of Zoning Appeal voted Oct. 15 to grant special permits aligning with those given by Somerville in June.  The role played by hotel land in joining... The post Cambridge gives final approvals for a hotel on the Somerville line and its linking of community paths appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Legendary filmmaker Barbara Kopple reflects on a career capturing the trials and triumphs of American labor

dlvr.itLegendary filmmaker Barbara Kopple reflects on a career capturing the trials and triumphs of American laborThe long arc of Barbara Kopple’s trilogy on labor rights is now complete with the release of “Union Town” (2026), a documentary making its Massachusetts premiere at The Brattle as part of the GlobeDocs Film Festival. The new film, which follows the breakthrough success of “Harlan County,... The post Legendary filmmaker Barbara Kopple reflects on a career capturing the trials and triumphs of American labor appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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The best slice of cheese pizza in Davis Square

dlvr.itThe best slice of cheese pizza in Davis SquareIt’s hard to go from one place to another in Somerville’s Davis Square without being reminded that you could be eating pizza. Three of the main roads to the center have pizza joints placed strategically to incept the thought as you walk or drive, and there’s more... The post The best slice of cheese pizza in Davis Square appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Cambridge City Council’s divestment policy needs improvement, and context

dlvr.itCambridge City Council’s divestment policy needs improvement, and contextFrom Armond Cohen It is certainly legitimate to criticize Israel’s conduct of its war against Hamas and its failure to curb settler violence. But the Cambridge City Council, if indeed it is intent on acting, should focus on those specific matters. (“After six hours of public comment,... The post Cambridge City Council’s divestment policy needs improvement, and context appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Once jamming at Johnny D’s, Lydia Warren returns to Somerville as its arts and culture director

dlvr.itOnce jamming at Johnny D’s, Lydia Warren returns to Somerville as its arts and culture directorMusician and arts administrator Lydia Warren was named arts and culture director Monday by the city of Somerville, the results of a national search, a spokesperson said Wednesday. Warren most recently served as director of the Frank and Jane Gabor West Virginia Folklife Center at Fairmont State... The post Once jamming at Johnny D’s, Lydia Warren returns to Somerville as its arts and culture director appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Police arrest teen in connection with Oct. 6 shooting near Alewife Station

dlvr.itPolice arrest teen in connection with Oct. 6 shooting near Alewife StationThe arrest and arraignment of a Cambridge teen took place Tuesday in relation to a shooting in North Cambridge on Oct. 6, police said Wednesday. Officials said Jayven McNealy, 19, was arrested after police executed a search warrant at around 6 a.m. Tuesday and was arraigned in... The post Police arrest teen in connection with Oct. 6 shooting near Alewife Station appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Driver is arraigned on multiple changes after fatal crash in The Port

dlvr.itDriver is arraigned on multiple changes after fatal crash in The PortA Cambridge resident was charged Wednesday with motor vehicle homicide while operating under the influence and related allegations for a fatal crash on Oct. 16. The charges against Sosa Samura, 41, were made public by Middlesex district attorney Marian Ryan and the acting commissioner of Cambridge police,... The post Driver is arraigned on multiple changes after fatal crash in The Port appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Stage spotlight: ‘Hamlet’ and Playfest 9

dlvr.itStage spotlight: ‘Hamlet’ and Playfest 9Oct. 22: “Hamlet” (Warehouse XI, Somerville) The latest news is that there’s a “punk band masquerading as a theater company” in town. Elsewhere Shakespeare is taking their production of “Hamlet” on tour, and they’re stopping in Somerville this week. Except that it’s not exactly a normal staging... The post Stage spotlight: ‘Hamlet’ and Playfest 9 appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Chocolate is food: L.A Burdick in Harvard Square

dlvr.itChocolate is food: L.A Burdick in Harvard SquareIn an 80-degree early October day, Burdick’s is icy cold – the right temperature for chocolate, but for us it meant getting our coffees and going next door to the friendly outdoor seating at the Cambridge Center for Adult Education, the old Blacksmith House. In time past,... The post Chocolate is food: L.A Burdick in Harvard Square appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Lucky’s Picks: dance parties, horror-cons and ‘unusual insects’

dlvr.itLucky’s Picks: dance parties, horror-cons and ‘unusual insects’Oct. 23: Haunted Haus Drag and Dance Party (Lamplighter Brewing CX, Cambridge) Local drag artists Sammi Miammi and Misster are haunting and hosting a Halloween dance party at Lamplighter. Join a cast of otherworldly characters on the dance floor with drink specials, a costume contest and a... The post Lucky’s Picks: dance parties, horror-cons and ‘unusual insects’ appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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With a School Committee vote it becomes official: The Amigos School is moving to East Cambridge

dlvr.itWith a School Committee vote it becomes official: The Amigos School is moving to East CambridgeThe Amigos School will move to 158 Spring St., the former site of the Kennedy-Longfellow Elementary School, for the 2028-2029 school year, Cambridge’s School Committee voted on Tuesday. “I believe that this is absolutely in the best interest of all of our students throughout the school system,”... The post With a School Committee vote it becomes official: The Amigos School is moving to East Cambridge appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Free rides on the No. 1 bus are back on the wish list for Cambridge, home to a growing network of no-cost shuttles

dlvr.itFree rides on the No. 1 bus are back on the wish list for Cambridge, home to a growing network of no-cost shuttlesCambridge needs to look for a third time at making the No. 1 bus free to ride, city councillors said Tuesday.  The bus runs between Harvard Square in Cambridge and Nubian Station in Boston along Massachusetts Avenue, serving more than 10,000 riders on an average weekday, but... The post Free rides on the No. 1 bus are back on the wish list for Cambridge, home to a growing network of no-cost shuttles appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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After six hours of public comment, Cambridge divestment orders are delayed to a special meeting

dlvr.itAfter six hours of public comment, Cambridge divestment orders are delayed to a special meetingA City Council decision on divesting Cambridge from businesses seen as intertwined in Israel actions against Palestinians was delayed Tuesday. It will be taken up in a special meeting to be held before Nov. 2, but the date has not been set. Discussion by councillors had itself... The post After six hours of public comment, Cambridge divestment orders are delayed to a special meeting appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Reviewed: ‘I Told You So’ is a victory march for science with ridicule, exile and prison along the way

dlvr.itReviewed: ‘I Told You So’ is a victory march for science with ridicule, exile and prison along the wayDid you know that general George Washington’s decision to inoculate his troops against smallpox was a decisive factor in the Revolutionary War? In 1775, Washington knew that the British troops in Boston were riddled with the disease. He handpicked a thousand men who reported that they had... The post Reviewed: ‘I Told You So’ is a victory march for science with ridicule, exile and prison along the way appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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‘You Can See Everything,’ a fever dream of a true story, is one of the year’s best films

dlvr.it‘You Can See Everything,’ a fever dream of a true story, is one of the year’s best films “You Can See Everything” premiered last month at a surprise screening at the Telluride Film Festival, and the buzz afterwards was immediate: don’t read anything about this documentary beforehand. I tried to follow that advice myself, and I’m going to avoid major spoilers in this review.... The post ‘You Can See Everything,’ a fever dream of a true story, is one of the year’s best films appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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Cambridge announces a new Public Health leader, former biotech worker Kathryn Hall

dlvr.itCambridge announces a new Public Health leader, former biotech worker Kathryn HallA new chief public health officer for Cambridge began work Monday with a public announcement by the Cambridge Health Alliance, the health system that runs the municipal department. The hiring of chief Kathryn Hall was announced internally a month ago. Hall replaces Derrick Neal, who was removed... The post Cambridge announces a new Public Health leader, former biotech worker Kathryn Hall appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.
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How NASA nearly took over Kendall Square, pushing out manufacturers before plans fell apart

dlvr.itHow NASA nearly took over Kendall Square, pushing out manufacturers before plans fell apartAs we prepare to commemorate 400 years of the place we know as Cambridge, History Cambridge is highlighting projects and proposals that did not come to fruition in the city’s past. On Thursday, we host a fundraising event, “Un/built Harvard Square,” that examines the forces that built... The post How NASA nearly took over Kendall Square, pushing out manufacturers before plans fell apart appeared first on Cambridge | Somerville Independent.