Harvard in the City
City Council Discusses Housing, Tourism
Cambridge City Council met for the first time in the new fiscal year yesterday to discuss a wide range of issues that have been pressing the city’s residents, including funding for affordable housing in the city and increased summer tourism traffic.
Proposal to Move McDonalds Still Upsets Allston Residents
The Boston Redevelopment Authority held a community meeting last night to discuss for the second time a proposal to relocate a McDonald's in Allston.
Humanists Open New Community Center
Having outgrown a windowless, 80-square-foot office in the basement of Memorial Church, the Humanist Chaplaincy at Harvard will open its own community center this week, according to the organization’s officials.
College Housing Debates
In 1960, student housing—an essential component of the Harvard undergraduate experience—was on the verge of major transformation.
Summer Camp at Harvard
Academics aren’t the only thing drawing students to Cambridge, Mass. this summer. In addition to the 300 courses offered at Harvard Summer School, the University will be opening its pools, courts, gyms, and fields for a set of athletic training camps as well.
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On Sunday, Harvard Square held its annual Mayfair, bringing vendors, bands and residents together.
No More Allston Buys, Univ. Says
Although its year-long moratorium on property purchases in Allston will expire in two weeks, Harvard does not intend to purchase more real estate in the neighborhood in the coming months, according to University Executive Vice President Katharine N. Lapp.
First Date
In this series, columnist Lingbo Li will tackle all your questions about foodie life at Harvard and in the Cambridge/Boston ...
Students Run Marathon to Raise Money for Charity
A handful of Harvard students ran the Boston Marathon yesterday to raise funds for charity.