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Thursday June 18th Patch AM

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  • Popular Coolidge Corner bar battles eviction in Brookline District Court
  • Brookline police detail alleged domestic incident involving high-profile tech executive
  • See how Brookline stacks up in New England’s small-city rankings

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Today's riddle: What has to be broken before you can use it? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: A stray afternoon t-storm, with a high of 76 and low of 64 degrees.
  • Friday: Clouds and sun; less humid, temps: high: 83, low: 62.
  • Saturday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 80 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Brookline Bar Facing Eviction Amid Landlord Dispute: Report (patch.com) — A well-known Coolidge Corner bar, Hamilton Restaurant and Bar, is fighting eviction in Brookline District Court after its landlord moved to terminate a tenancy-at-will, citing a missed lease renewal notice. Owner Greg Johnston argues a COVID-era rent repayment agreement shows his intent to stay, while the business also faces modest state penalties tied to wage and tipping complaints. The outcome of the June 18 hearing could determine whether this popular Beacon Street gathering spot remains part of the neighborhood.    

• Mass. data center executive faces domestic violence charge stemming from incident at Brookline home (bostonglobe.com) — A Brookline police report details an alleged domestic incident at a local home that led to a restraining order and a criminal charge against a prominent data center executive. The report describes a family argument that allegedly escalated into physical contact and medical treatment, while the husband’s attorney disputes any criminal behavior. The defendant is scheduled to return to court in late July.    

• Which New England Cities Stand Out For Quality Of Life? (wokq.com) — Brookline ranks #11 among New England’s best small cities for quality of life in a new WalletHub analysis, earning a strong overall score of 96. The list weighs affordability, economic health, education, health, safety, and lifestyle, putting Brookline alongside nearby communities like Newton, Needham, and Lexington as some of the region’s most desirable places to live.    


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  • New Restaurant Coming To Historic Newton Building: Report (patch.com)

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  • Farmers Market Now Open At Assembly Row In Somerville (patch.com)

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