Everett might be all-in on the 4 a.m. extending liquor license for Encore Boston Harbor, but surrounding cities aren’t so excited. In comments this week, Boston Mayor Martin Walsh and Chelsea City Manager Tom Ambrosino said they weren’t in favor…
Author: Seth Daniel
Five Minutes by Bike New Dedicated Bike Lane at Sweetser Circle Connects Everett to Wellington
A new dedicated, separated bike lane has been unveiled on the connector road between Sweetser Circle and Santilli Highway – a bike connection that helps to offer a seamless bike connection to Wellington Station. The bike lane has taken up…
Local Businessman May Enter Council Race This Time Around
One local businessman told the Independent he is currently weighing his options about whether or not he will be putting his name on the ballot for this coming City Council election cycle – and it would be a name that…
Initial Rush: Encore Boston Harbor has Traffic Plans in Place for June 23 Opening
When thinking about the opening of Encore Boston Harbor, neighbors ought to think of it as a period of time rather than a one-day rush – that due to the fact that Encore isn’t sure how long the rush could…
Casino Construction on Schedule, Expect Occupancy by June 10
Construction officials for Wynn Design & Development told the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) on Monday that they expect to be officially completed with the Encore Boston Harbor building by June 1 and expect to get the final Certificate of Occupancy…
Zoning Board Boots Broadway Bull at Oliveira’s
The bull on Broadway has certainly bucked the trend, but City officials donned the toreador’s red cape and denied the owner the right to keep it displayed in front of his restaurant – though prior to that vote the owner…
Wynn Resorts Look to Move Ahead, Pay Fines Within 30 Days
Wynn Resorts signaled late last week that it plans to move ahead with the opening of the Encore Boston Harbor resort casino, and not to appeal the decision or punishments – including a $35 million fine – levied against them…
Encore Asks for 23 Licensed Alcohol Locations
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) is considering Encore Boston Harbor’s plan for alcohol service within the facility, including a special 4 a.m. license for those engaged in gaming on the gaming floor. Of the 23 alcohol venues (three of which…
News in Brief
Carol’s Café looks to sell to new owner A long-standing breakfast and lunch spot on Main Street is looking to transfer its license and potentially get out of the business. Carol’s Café, of Main Street – one of the most…
Early Nomination Papers Reveal Some Surprises in Council, School Committee
Former City Councilor Cynthia Sarnie is intending to run for School Committee, while Ward 2 Councilor Steve Simonelli has pulled papers for at-large Council, and Councilor Anthony DiPierro has ended the rumors by announcing he is 100 percent committed to…