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Experts say Joro spider sighting in Boston not a cause for concern

Samantha Genzer October 20, 2024
Experts are advising the public not to be alarmed following the sighting of an invasive Joro spider in Beacon Hill, the first reported appearance of the species in Massachusetts.
Basket of gala apples

New community gardens planned for Mattapan, East Boston

Taylor Brokesh March 9, 2021
The pair of gardens will follow two different models of urban farming: one will be a food forest, the other a community farm.
MassWildlife issued an advisory warning on the use of invasive plant species, such as the oriental bittersweet, in holiday decorations. COURTESY OF KATJA SCHULZ VIA FLICKR

MassWildlife warns residents against using invasive species in holiday decorations

Angela Yang December 4, 2019
MassWildlife highlighted the oriental bittersweet and multiflora rose, which can severely endanger native plant species.

RUTH: The fighting indigo

Daily Free Press Admin September 30, 2013

This semester, I started running on the Charles River Esplanade. You could call me a trend-follower, but I finally realized that there’s nothing better than escaping the ambiance of the city and allowing...

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