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Salem is the second Gateway City this year to ask residents to consider a tax override
On May 5, voters decide whether to add hundreds of millions of dollars to their property taxes to help fund a new high school. -
Artists find affordable housing in Fitchburg amid city effort to welcome creatives
A new development allows artists to find places they can afford to live, part of a growing effort in Gateway Cities. -
Malden faces ‘painful’ cuts after voter reject first-ever tax override
With a turnout of 15% of registered voters, the $5.4 million override option fell short by just 124 votes. -
Malden residents vote down first-ever tax override
Tuesday's vote was the first in a Gateway City in 17 years to attempt a Proposition 2 ½ override tax hike. -
‘The opportunity is here’: Inside the state effort that’s transforming Gateway Cities
Revere’s Shirley Avenue district has seen significant transformation in recent years. Many say that a state revitalization program has played a key role in that shift. -
Malden tries to become the first Gateway City in 35 years to approve a Prop 2 ½ tax hike
On March 31, the city will ask voters to raise the total amount the city can raise in taxes by up to $8.2 million. -
What are community listening sessions?
GBH News is hosting listening sessions in all 26 Gateway Cities in an initiative we are calling 26 in 26. GBH News Community Producer Magdiela Matta explains why. -
Disability groups sue Worcester, alleging ADA violations in 911 responses
Disability advocates say while EMTs respond to physical health problems, armed officers respond to mental health crises. -
Worcester to give tax break to housing project despite opposition
Opponents say the developer of the housing project doesn't deserve the tax exemption because it has violated local development regulations. -
Boston-area cafes and restaurants are staying open late during Ramadan
During the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, Muslims around the world fast from dusk to dawn.
