Does Burlington Need a Nickname? What Should it Be?
Patch blogger Steve McKenna suggested last week that Burlington could use a nickname. Do you agree? What do you think it should be?
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Monday, May 6, 2013
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
What Do You Love Most About Burlington?
For Valentine's Day, tell us what you love most about the town you call home.
Whether it’s the local schools, the bakery, or the proximity from home to a great hiking trail, everyone has something they love about their community. Since it's nearly Valentine's Day, we want to hear from you about what you love most about Burlington and what makes it so special. Please post comments and pictures here to show us all your favorite things about Burlington!
Sunday, January 13, 2013
Who Is The Perfect Man or Woman?
An online survey recently revealed the results of Boston's perfect man and woman.
It's something people have been debating for years—What makes the perfect man or woman? The online dating-auction site WhatsYourPrice.com recently revealed what thousands of Bostonians consider the perfect man and woman, according to a survey conducted among its clients. The perfect woman: The perfect man: According to Leroy Velasquez, a public relations spokesman for WhatsYourPrice.com, Boston was the only city, out of 30, to put such a high ranking on red hair for women and a man's education. What do you think? Do these descriptions match your idea of the perfect man or woman? What would Burlington's perfect man or woman look like and have for characteristics? Tell us in the comments below!
Thursday, October 18, 2012
TELL US: Should Burlington go for More Liquor Licenses?
The Board of Selectmen discuss looking into increasing the number of liquor licenses in town.
Should the Town of Burlington apply for more liquor licenses from the state to distribute to future restaurants? The Board of Selectmen discussed that issue during Monday night's meeting. Town Administrator John Petrin told the board that there is interest among restaurant groups and the town's own planning department in acquiring new licenses for restaurants. Burlington currently has 25 liquor licenses that can be used by restaurants, Petrin said. Due to town bylaws all of the establishments must be geared towards food. Burlington has no traditional bars. There are also some licenses, like those for the restaurants in the upcoming NorthWest park, that are tied to specific locations. Petrin said acquiring addition licenses would have two …
Monday, September 17, 2012
Was Mitt Romney in Burlington?
News reports of the presidential candidate indicate he was in town.
Was presidential candidate Mitt Romney in Burlington? It appears that he was, at least according to various news reports that have the dateline (location of story origin) of Burlington, Massachusetts, including this story from ABC News. The stories were not about any events in Burlington, but instead were reports of Romney cancelling a trip to Pueblo, Colorado after the airport he was supposed to land in had a crash of a small plane that killed one person. Romney spokesman Rick Gorka said the campaign did not want to interfere with the emergency response and the expected investigation into the crash. The big question is why the candidate was in town. According to the ABC News story he spent the weekend at his home in Belmont and on Sunday…
Barbara L'Heureux
12:32 pm on Monday, September 17, 2012
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Friday, September 7, 2012
First West Nile Death in Mass. Since 2005, Threat Level Raised Statewide
A Worcester resident in his 60s with severe underlying medical conditions was diagnosed with WNV in mid-August and has since died of the illness.
The first death of a Massachusetts resident due to West Nile Virus (WNV) since 2005 and additional human cases have led state officials to raise the threat level statewide to at least 'moderate." A Worcester resident in his 60s with severe underlying medical conditions was diagnosed with WNV in mid-August and has since died of the illness, the state Department of Public Health (DPH) announced on Friday. "Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of this gentleman during this difficult time," Worcester Division of Public Health Acting Commissioner Dr. Michael Hirsh said in a DPH press release. "While we have been fortunate that we have seen a very low number of human West Nile cases, on rare occasion WNV can be very serious. …
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Thursday, September 6, 2012
2012 Human Cases of West Nile Virus in Massachusetts Surpass 2011
A Middlesex County woman in her 30s is the latest infected with West Nile Virus, according to the Massachusetts Health and Human Services Department. Nine human cases of West Nile Virus have been found in Massachusetts, compared to six in 2011.
A Middlesex County woman in her 30s is the latest infected by West Nile Virus, according to a press statement by the Massachusetts Health and Human Services Department. The woman is the most recent human case of West Nile Virus, according to the statement. Nine human cases of West Nile Virus have been found in Massachusetts, compared to six in 2011. “These results show that the threat of mosquito-borne illness remains a serious concern across the state,” said DPH State Epidemiologist Dr. Al DeMaria in the statement. “We need to continue to take steps to protect ourselves against mosquito bites: use insect repellant, cover up, and avoid outdoor activities at dusk and after nightfall when mosquitoes are at their most active.” Meanwhile, a …
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Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Lots of Road Work and Closings in Burlington This Week
A look at what is happening with Burlington's roads from the Town Engineer.
Burlington's Department of Public Works has multiple projects underway that will affect traffic this week. Town Engineer Thomas Hayes provided the following list of projects and which streets they will affect and how on the town web site. What's happening this week: Terrace Hall Pump Station Renovation Third Ave /Fourth Ave/ Middlesex Turnpike Reconstruction Pavement Management 2012
Richard Hosford
3:49 pm on Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Hi Carol, thanks for the update! Is the work causing delays in traffic? more ›
Monday, August 6, 2012
Road Work and Closings in Burlington Today
A look at what is happening with Burlington's roads from the Town Engineer.
Burlington's Department of Public Works has multiple projects underway that will affect traffic this week. Town Engineer Thomas Hayes provided the following list of projects and which streets they will affect and how on the town web site. What's happening this week: Terrace Hall Pump Station Renovation Pavement Management 2012 Butterfield Dam Rehabilitation
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Image Gallery: Big Crowds Enjoy Celebrate Burlington Day
Celebrate Burlington Day was held on Saturday.
The Burlington Town Commons and Simonds Park were hopping on Saturday, Aug. 4 as many people came out to enjoy fun, games, entertainment and food during Celebrate Burlington Day 2011, put on by the Recreation Department. Activities included Fire engine rides, Pony rides, Remote car racing, dunk tank, a Climbing Wall, a Giant Water Slide a Trackless Train Ride and a lot more. As the best of celebration often do, Celebrate Burlington Day ended with a great fireworks display that could be viewed from the commons and Simonds Park. Check out our pictures of the event and add your own to our gallery.
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Aron Levy
1:56 pm on Thursday, November 22, 2012
Absolutely. Liquor licenses bring MASSIVELY increased tax revenues. more ›