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Wu Won’t Fix Hyde Park Ave. Safety Hazards in Upcoming Paving Project

"It’s been proven that that area is deadly for pedestrians, and a mess for people in cars too, so let’s fix it up,” says City Councilor Ben Weber.

August 14, 2025

Fall MBTA Service Improvements Add More Frequent-Service Bus Routes, Late-Night Service

To promote the later-night service, the T will offer fare-free service on all modes after 9 p.m. for five weekends this fall, starting on Friday, Sept. 5.

August 11, 2025

Eyes On the Street: Somerville Builds Gardens In the Street to Improve Safety While Also Reducing Water Pollution

The new 'green infrastructure' helps calm traffic and improve safety while also absorbing stormwater during rainstorms.

July 30, 2025

MBTA Proposes Fines, Rules for Its New Bus Camera Enforcement Systems

The proposed fines for blocking a bus lane start at $25 and become incrementally more expensive for subsequent offenses, with higher fines for commercial vehicles.

July 29, 2025