Burlington Storm Center: Closings, Emergency Parking Ban, Driving Ban

Stay connected on up-to-date information for the 2013 blizzard

Burlington Storm Center: Closings, Emergency Parking Ban, No Driving

Stay connected on up-to-date information for the potential blizzard.

UPDATE, 1:30 p.m.: The Massachusetts travel ban will end at 4 p.m. this afternoon. Updated Saturday at 12:40 p.m. The snow has fallen and crews are out in force to clear the roads. According to NSTAR's power outage map, there are no major power outages in town. The travel ban decreed yesterday by Gov. Deval Patrick is still in effect until "further notice." The rationale is that the ban will make it easier for plows to clear the roads. There is no mail delivery today. The following categories will be updated regularly throughout the storm: TRAVELING Emergency Parking Ban CLOSINGS Important numbers and Web sites: List of cab companies: List of tow companies: --- See a tree down in your neighborhood? Notice a road is icy? Just saw a store …

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BurlGirl

4:02 pm on Friday, February 8, 2013

VZ supervisor just called and said more people are reporting the problem. The earliest they can have a tech check my ONT box is ...... Monday 1-5pm. Decided to make up a batch of chili instead of ordering take-out. And yes, I did my grocery shopping on Wed at Wilmington Market Basket where I have NEVER had a parking issue.   more ›

Police Arrest Three for Numerous Thefts in Burlington

Police arrested three Lawrence residents on charges of larceny over $250.

Burlington Police have arrested three people and charged them with stealing from stores at the Burlington Mall. According to a release from the Burlington Police Department, on Thursday, Jan. 31, police arrested three people they say stole from stores at the mall. The people are believed to have stolen several thousand dollars worth of items over the past month, the release says. Detectives working surveillance at the mall encountered the trio in the parking lot as they attempted to flee. Police recovered several bags of stolen items from their car, the release says. David Baker, Yesenna Torres and Vilma Torres, all of Lawrence, were arrested and charged with several counts of larceny over $250. 

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IMAGES: Bobby Flay's Burger Palace Opens in Burlington

Many people came out to the grand opening of Bobby's Burger Palace in the Burlington Mall this Sunday.

Eager diners lined up in the cold weather outside of the Burlington Mall this past Sunday for a chance to try a burger from one of the Food Network's most recognizable stars. Bobby's Burger Palace held its grand opening on Sunday, Jan. 27. The restaurant is located at the Burlington Mall and has it's own entrance. Flay himself was in attendance to welcome customers to the new restaurant. This is the first Bobby's Burger Palace in Massachusetts and the 13th one opened to date. Flay is best known for his televisions shows and the shows he participates in on the Food Network, including Throwdown with Bobby Flay, Bobby Flay's Barbecue Addiction and Iron Chef America. Before the grand opening Flay held a dinner with members of the press. He …

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Reminder: Bobby Flay's Burger Palace Opening This Weekend

Bobby's Burger Palace is holding its grand opening at the Burlington Mall.

  Bobby's Burger Palace, owned by television chef star Bobby Flay, is set to open in the Burlington Mall this Sunday. According to a release from the restaurant, Flay will introduce his first restaurant in the state of Massachusetts with the opening of Bobby’s Burger Palace (BBP) in Burlington, the 13th location nationwide. "BBP offers an assortment of burgers inspired by Bobby’s extensive travels throughout America and his love of the grill in a casual and convenient setting."  The grand opening is set for 5 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 27. Flay will be in attendance to greet customers. The full menu will be available and the special Burger of the Month is: Canadian Burger with white Cheddar cheese, Canadian bacon and maple mustard sauce.  “At …

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Aron Levy

5:03 pm on Saturday, January 26, 2013

I look forward to seeing you tomorrow. Maybe you can say all of those terrible things you love to spout to my face. While my mother is standing there! You're a big man, meet me in front of the restaurant at 5:00. I will be wearing a red shirt. Show me what a tough guy you are 'Jerry from Malden.'   more ›

Featured Event: Second Annual Diaper Derby Coming to the Burlington Mall

Find out when the event is happening, how to get involved, and check out pictures and a video from the 2012 Diaper Derby.

Bobby Flay's Burger Palace Sets Opening Date for Burlington Location

Bobby's Burger Palace to open later this month.

Bobby's Burger Palace, owned by television chef star Bobby Flay, is set to open in the Burlington Mall. According to a release from the restaurant, Flay will introduce his first restaurant in the state of Massachusetts with the opening of Bobby’s Burger Palace (BBP) in Burlington, the 13th location nationwide. "BBP offers an assortment of burgers inspired by Bobby’s extensive travels throughout America and his love of the grill in a casual and convenient setting."  The grand opening is set for 5 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 27. Flay will be in attendance to greet customers. The full menu will be available and the special Burger of the Month is: Canadian Burger with white Cheddar cheese, Canadian bacon and maple mustard sauce.  “At any time of year…

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Richard Hosford

4:07 pm on Thursday, January 17, 2013

Hi All, in case you missed it I added a more specific description of the location. The restaurant will be on the first floor between Sears and Lord & Taylor   more ›

Check This Out: Dance School Flash Mobs Burlington Mall

Over the weekend, students at Dance Studio of Wakefield gave an impromptu performance at the Burlington Mall.

  Thanks to Diane Abraham of Dance Studio of Wakefield for sending a link to this video of some of her students doing a "contagious dance," or flash mob-style performance for shoppers at the Burlington Mall. The students were reportedly invited to do the performance by mall management. Check out the video here!

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Going Shopping? Avoid the Parking Lot by Getting a Free Ride to Burlington Mall

The Burlington Mall is funding free rides on the Burlington Transit System on the Saturdays in December. Find the schedule and routes below.

The following is information provided by the Town of Burlington on its web page: That's right, thanks to funding from the Burlington Mall, you may ride the Burlington Public Transit for FREE to the Burlington Mall on all Saturdays in December (Dec. 8, 15, and 22). If you haven't ridden a Burlington Public Transit bus yet, this will be a great opportunity to give it a try - get some shopping done and it will be free. Why hassle for a parking space at the mall during the Holiday Season, when you can park at the Center School (Human Resources Building at 61 Center St.) or behind Town Hall and be dropped off and be picked up at the entrance to the Mall (at Uno's Chicago Grille).  For more information please call the Burlington Public Transit …

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Get a Free Ride to the Burlington Mall Today

The Burlington Mall is funding free rides on the Burlington Transit System on the Saturdays in December. Find the schedule and routes below.

The following is information provided by the Town of Burlington on its web page: That's right, thanks to funding from the Burlington Mall, you may ride the Burlington Public Transit for FREE to the Burlington Mall on all Saturdays in December (Dec. 8, 15, and 22). If you haven't ridden a Burlington Public Transit bus yet, this will be a great opportunity to give it a try - get some shopping done and it will be free. Why hassle for a parking space at the mall during the Holiday Season, when you can park at the Center School (Human Resources Building at 61 Center St.) or behind Town Hall and be dropped off and be picked up at the entrance to the Mall (at Uno's Chicago Grille).  For more information please call the Burlington Public Transit …

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