Zoning board approves DICK'S House of Sport at South Shore Plaza, granting height and signage variances The Braintree Zoning Board of Appeals voted to grant variances allowing DICK'S Sporting Goods to redevelop the former Nordstrom at South Shore Plaza into a three‑story DICK'S House of Sport, including a clerestory and larger wall signage. Applicant and supporters said the reuse will fill a 150,000‑square‑foot anchor vacancy and bring tens of milll—

DICK'S Sporting Goods is transforming the vacant Nordstrom space at South Shore Plaza into a cutting-edge House of Sport, promising to revitalize the mall and create new jobs!

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Town Reports $9.1M Fund Balance Ahead of Fiscal Year 2025 Expenditures Town's fiscal 25 fund balance totals $9.1 million with $5.5 million available for appropriation.

Braintree's Community Preservation Committee has revealed an impressive fund balance of over $8.2 million, paving the way for new community projects starting July 2025!

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Braintree Residents Express Concerns Over Pedestrian Access and Commercial Space Plans Residents voice disappointment regarding limited pedestrian access and ineffective commercial uses.

Braintree residents are raising their voices about pedestrian access and the future of commercial spaces, pushing for a vibrant town that truly serves its community.

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Braintree Planning Board Approves Special Permits for Escapeology and Bayshore Athletic Club Planning Board unanimously approves special permits for Escapeology and Bayshore Athletic Club.

Exciting changes are coming to Braintree as the Planning Board greenlights special permits for local favorites like Escapeology and Bayshore Athletic Club!

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Sheila Cochran urges town council to prioritize community over proposed development project Cochran advocates for residents' interests against the development project in local meeting.

Residents in Braintree are rallying to protect their community from a controversial development project that threatens both the environment and local welfare.

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