Northeastern University Students Seek Input on a Burlington Greenway Path
A team of graduate students from Northeastern University is conducting a capstone project in collaboration with the Town of Burlington’s Economic Development Office to explore the feasibility of two potential multi-use path projects in Burlington: a river walk along the Vine Brook and a bike path connecting separate parcels through the Mall Road commercial district. The Northeastern team is conducting a survey seeking input on the location and type of path the community would use. The survey can be found
Susan Moffatt-Bruce, MD, PhD Joins Lahey Hospital & Medical Center as President
Article from lahey.org MARCH 1, 2023 Burlington, Mass. – Susan Moffatt-Bruce, MD, PhD, has joined Lahey Hospital & Medical Center (LHMC) as its new president and will lead the medical center’s efforts in providing exceptional clinical care and pioneering treatment, research and education to the region. Moffatt-Bruce most recently served as chief executive officer of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, a national professional association committed to excellence in medical education and
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Burlington Board of Health Announces Discount ServSafe Training
The Burlington Board of Health is offering discounted pricing for ServSafe Manager Certification.
Burlington Board of Health to Update Hazardous Materials Regulations
In an effort to update antiquated rules and guidelines, the Burlington Board of Health has drafted new Regulations for the Storage and Disposal of Hazardous Materials. The updated regulations are designed to protect the health and safety of businesses, workers and the community, while providing exemptions for establishments using only domestic cleaners, backup generators or substances otherwise regulated by the MA Department of Public Health.The Burlington Board of Health anticipates a vote on the new
Burlington Receives $500,000 Complete Streets Grant
Article from BCAT NewsFebruary 13, 2023 The Town of Burlington’s Department of Public Works has received a $500,000 Complete Streets Grant from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation Highway Division. The grant will fund the construction of sidewalks along Blanchard Road starting at South Bedford Street to Muller Road. This project fills in the gap between the existing Van De Graaff Drive and Seven Springs Lane bike paths. The project also includes crossing improvements, pedestrian wayfinding,
Northeastern University Announces It Will Build a $10M Quantum Technology Lab at its Burlington Innovation Campus
A $3.5 million grant from the state of Massachusetts will help advance the field of quantum technology, create jobs and change our lives for the better. Photo by Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University Northeastern University’s Innovation Campus in Burlington, Massachusetts, is set to become the epicenter of cutting-edge quantum technology, thanks in part to a new grant. From: Jessica Taylor Price, Northeastern Global Newshttps://news.northeastern.edu/2022/09/07/quantum-technology/ Massachusetts Housing
UMass Lowell Announces Intern Housing for 2023 Spring Semester
Summer Co-op Intern Housing - Summer 2023 The University of Massachusetts Lowell Co-Op Intern Housing program offers on-campus housing between May and August to non-UMass Lowell college students visiting Lowell area for an academic co-op, internship, educational program, or scholarly research. All applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and 18 years of age or older at the time of application. If you are a UMass Lowell (UML) student looking for summer housing, please contact Residence Life
BACC Holds 5th Black Tie Gala Benefit
For images from the event: Deena Corany Photography, AFC Urgent Care Photo Booth The Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC) held their Black Tie Gala benefit, presented by The Herb Chambers Companies, on February 4th at the Boston Marriott Burlington. This annual fundraiser supports a sector of the BACC’s Charitable Foundation called the Charitable Partnership Program, which consists of eight local charitable organizations that serve the Burlington Area. Nicolas Gennetti, CEO of The Herb Chambers
Meet the Ambassadors: Nicole Dupuis
Nicole A. DupuisDirector of Business DevelopmentDamore LawNicole Dupuis is a longtime resident of Burlington and a volunteer in many organizations. She has been a volunteer board member of Burlington Womenade for 9 years, whose mission is to support families in need, during crisis and struggle. Nicole has been a volunteer with the Burlington Food Panty, served as the V.P. of Fundraising for Burlington Pop Warner, a board member of the Burlington 4th of July Celebration Committee, and on the events committee
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BHS Continues Senior Internship Program
Burlington High School has announced the continuation of their Senior Internship Program for the fourth quarter of the school year.Organizations looking to expand on their future workforce, while establishing a relationship with the Burlington High School should consider taking advantage of this program. Visit the BHS Career Explorations page to learn more.See details below:
MassDEP tightens regulations on disposal of food waste from businesses
Effective November 1, 2022, the MassDEP is lowering the threshold for the commercial organics ban so that it applies to businesses and institutions generating one-half ton or more food waste per week (see estimation guide). Hundreds of businesses and institutions have already taken steps to reduce and divert food waste from disposal, relying on a variety of different options. In the process, they have been able to reduce their disposal cost and sometimes reduce purchasing costs as well. Learn
