Monday, May 20, 2013
Cubist, VistaPrint made the grade.
The Boston Globe has ranked the state’s top 100 publicly held companies by composite performance and two Lexington companies made the list. Cubist Pharmaceuticals was the highest ranked, checking in at No. 6 after rising 70 spots from its No. 76 position on the 2012 list. Located on Hayden Avenue, Cubist is a bio-pharmaceutical company that, according to its website, is "focused on the research, commercialization and creation of pharmaceutical products that address unmet medical needs in the acute care environment." VistaPrint also made the list, at No. 48. It fell 27 spots from last year, when it was ranked No. 21. VistaPrint, the business branding/design and e-commerce company, currently has its North American headquarters on Hayden Ave…
The third annual Lexington Battle Green BBQ Festival was held to benefit the LABBB Collaborative.
What will this Tuesday be home to one of the area's most popular farmers' markets was over the weekend the location of a totally different kind of foodie festival: a BBQ cookoff. The third annual Lexington Battle Green BBQ Festival was held Saturday, May 18 and Sunday, May 19 at the corner of Woburn Street and Mass Ave., attracting hundreds of hungry men, women and children who enjoyed food and drink from the dozens ofcompetition teams and local BBQ and craft beer vendors. Proceeds from the event were to benefit the LABBB Collaborative. Check out the photos to your right to get a sense for the scene. And stay tuned for more information on the winners of the battle.
A quick look at what you need to see, do and know on May 20 in Lexington.
1. Sneak Peek at the Seletmen's Stacked Agenda: The Board of Selectmen meet at 7 p.m. at the Town Office Building and its stacked agenda includes, among other things, a liquor hearing on a new wine and malt license for Upper Crust, recognition of retiring DPW employees, sidewalk committee recommendations on Winthrop Street sidewalk, a uniqure presentation and setting a warrant for a June 17 special Town Meeting. 2. Today in Public Meetings: According to the town website, public meetings posted for today include the Transportation Advisory Committee at 2:30 p.m. at Cary Hall, the Greenways Corridor Committee at 4:30 p.m. at Cary Hall, the Board of Assessors at 5 p.m. at the Town Office Building, the Lexington High School Site Council at 6 p…
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A roundup of jobs listings in Lexington available now.
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State Sen. Mike Barrett, D-Lexington, has filed an amendment to fund the Massachusetts Asian American Commission.
Sunday, May 19, 2013
With only 10 days on the real estate market, word is quickly spreading of the great period and contemporary blend of this antique Lexington colonial.
All the charm of Lexington's rich past blended with stylish and contemporary designs. That winning design combination is what the fortunate new owners will receive with the purchase of this lovely nearly century old colonial. Located in picturesque Liberty Heights, this property has endured and shielded generations of Lexington residents within its resilient walls, and while it still proudly displays its timeless heritage, it has also been brought to the top of its residential game with updated and/or restored materials, premier appliances and modern conveniences. With three finished levels, this property takes full advantage of its liberal footprint with over 2,000 square feet of living space. The first level consists of a 15 x 15 …
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Enforcement mobilization runs from May 20 through June 2 but officers are out enforcing seat belt laws year-round.
The following was provided on behalf of the Lexington Police Department. As motorists take to the roads this Memorial Day holiday, local police are urging everyone to buckle up. The Lexington Police Department, in partnership with the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security’s (EOPSS) Highway Safety Division (HSD), the State Police and more than 122 other local departments will take part in the 2013 national Click It or Ticket seat belt enforcement mobilization from May 20 to June 2 and crack down on motorists who are not belted. “As we kick-off the busy summer driving season it’s important that everyone buckles up every time they go out, both day and night – no excuses,” said Lt. Christopher Barry. “Our officers are also prepared …
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The state's Restaurant and Business Alliance said there was "no sign of opposition" at a hearing this week.
The Joint Committee on Revenue in the Massachusetts legislature held a hearing this week on the notion of a potential meals tax holiday for August and one supporting group is liking its chances. According to the state's Restaurant and Business Alliance (R.A.B.A), the hearing held Tuesday for the Meals Tax Holiday Bill saw "no sign of opposition" to the measure. Twelve legislators have signed on to the bill primarily sponsored by Rep. Keiko Orrall of Lakeville and Sen. Michael O. Moore of Millbury. If passed, the legislation would go into effect from Sunday, Aug. 11 through Thursday, Aug. 15. "We should offer a Meals Tax Holiday to benefit employees and small local business owners inside Massachusetts to help stimulate the economy," said …
Our weekly roundup of some of the more unusual police reports from around the Boston area. An arrest does not indicate a conviction.
It's a Dog-Bite-Donkey World Out There An Estabrook Road resident reported encountering a woman on her Concord property who was walking her dog off-leash. The caller said the other woman's dog ran up to her donkey and "play bit" its rear end, not causing any injury. The caller said the other woman was very cooperative, and provided her information in case any vet bills were incurred, but she wanted to speak with the dog officer anyway: http://patch.com/A-4kzB Not Really a Fair Trade Newton Police responded to a report of a stolen vehicle on Beacon Street. According to police reports, the vehicle's owner said he parked his Subaru station wagon in the driveway the night before, leaving the doors unlocked and the keys under the driver's …
Saturday, May 18, 2013
The following information was provided by the Lexington Police Department. An arrest does not indicate a conviction.
Monday, May 13 12:32 a.m. – Suspicious activity was reported on Stedman Road. 7:05 a.m. – A dump truck vs. motorcycle accident was reported in the area of Hartwell Avenue and Westview Street. 10:45 a.m. – Officers investigated a reported motor vehicle accident in the area of Lowell and Maple streets. 2:40 p.m. – Police responded to Mass Ave to assist with an alleged taxi fare evasion. 3:31 p.m. – Officers investigated a reported motor vehicle accident in the area of Hancock Street and Coolidge Avenue. Tuesday, May 14 9:22 a.m. – An iPod was reported stolen from a Paul Revere Road residence. 1:01 p.m. – A downed wire was reported on Hayes Avenue. Wednesday, May 15 9:08 a.m. – Officers investigated a reported motor vehicle accident in the …
