Massachusetts

In the quest to improve efficiency and effectiveness, "smart" technologies are helping cities become more intelligent machines. But a growing chorus fears the side effects of increased privatization, surveillance, and technological sophistication.
19 hours ago   The Boston Globe
Chelsea, Mass., and the Department of Homeland Security are teaming up on a surveillance system that has some residents concerned.
Jun 28, 2005   The Christian Science Monitor
South Boston has gentrified and yuppified, but its unique social customs have remained.
Jun 1, 2005   The Boston Globe
Exodus from Massachusetts is bad news for urban vitality and services such as mass transit.
Apr 20, 2005   The Boston Globe
Harvard University is using a new "smart" rainwater recovery system that helps it rcycle rainwater to conserve water and reduce pollution.
Apr 11, 2005   Allston-Brighton Tab
The 2004 edition of the Boston Indicators report measures the city's local and regional progress.
Mar 30, 2005   The Boston Foundation
Smart growth project planned to revitalize rail yards and industrial space along Charles River.
Mar 22, 2005   The Boston Globe
Vendor stands in the way of Boston's plans to create a "world class theatre district."
Mar 21, 2005   The Boston Globe
A half-billion-dollar residential and commercial complex development will incorporate an extensive rainwater collection and groundwater replenishment system.
Feb 23, 2005   The Boston Globe
Start-up bus companies are learning from Jet Blue and finding profit in popular bus routes. Travel from Boston to New Yrok for only $10.
Jan 30, 2005   Wall St. Journal
Towns and cities are wary of participating in Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney's affordable housing strategy.
Jan 4, 2005   The Boston Globe