Salem, N.H. approves casino despite concerns from Lawrence City Council it will target its residentsSalem's plan for a casino raises concerns for low-income communities, particularly Lawrence, which may be adversely affected by increased gambling addiction and crime.
Remember the controversial housing project at Braintree's South Shore Plaza? It took a big step forward.Braintree's Planning Board approved a zoning plan for a significant housing development on a mall site, signaling a political shift and support for mixed-use projects.