Rogers served notice, says "I'm a fighter"
A Somerville man who last week avoided eviction by winning a lawsuit against his landlord was served a new notice to quit.
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Report: Rise Up Cambridge program a short-term help
Cambridge City Council’s Human Services and Veterans Committee met Wednesday to discuss the final research report for Rise Up Cambridge, a citywide program that provided cash assistance for low-income residents.
Somerville tenant avoids eviction and keeps lower rent
Gary Rogers, who faced eviction after refusing to pay a 90% rent increase imposed by his landlord in 2024, can stay in his apartment and continue to pay his previous rent, a jury decided Thursday.
Defense rests in Somerville eviction case
Defense attorneys representing a Somerville man facing eviction for non-payment of rent concluded their case Wednesday.
Gary Rogers, the defendant, spent over two hours testifying on his rights as a tenant as he understands them.
Gary Rogers, the defendant, spent over two hours testifying on his rights as a tenant as he understands them.
Rogers testifies in Somerville eviction case
Gary Rogers took the stand in his own defense Tuesday, testifying he didn’t pay the full rental amount expected by his landlord because he never received notice of the higher rent. He also said the landlord never addressed issues with the apartment, including a lack of heat.
Somerville eviction case opens
The jury trial of Gary Rogers, a Somerville man facing eviction for non-payment of rent, began Monday with opening statements and testimony of the plaintiff, real estate investor Ryan Pinto.
Somerville resident’s eviction battle heads to a jury trial
The case reflects growing tensions over rising rents, tenant protections and landlord practices in Somerville's competitive housing market.
Cambridge Public Health Department mum on Neal’s departure
The sudden departure this week of chief public health officer Derrick Neal has again caused questions about Cambridge’s unusual public health structure.
Randolph Friendly Food Pantry - Food is Love 2026
I co-filmed a spotlight program on an event held to raise funds for the Randolph Friendly Food Pantry.
The rental market in Cambridge is easing, but will it make a difference? - Cambridge Day
While the Cambridge rental market seemed to cool late last year, the city’s affordable housing advocates continue to say more needs to be done to make housing less expensive.
On tap for Black History Month: concerts, cooking & a history cafe - Cambridge Day
Cambridge residents have many ways to participate in Black History Month this year, as some local organizations invite the public to join them in recognizing the contributions and experiences of Black Americans in Cambridge and across the country.
The Cambridge rental market is cooling — for now
Apartment hunters in Cambridge are seeing slight relief from the expensive housing market this winter.
Town Of Randolph Inauguration Ceremony 2026
I operated camera during live RCTV coverage of Randolph's town government inauguration.
Randolph Town Election 2025
I operated camera as RCTV delivered local election results live on air. I also relayed production instructions to the host from our director.
RHS Boys Varsity Football (Randolph vs. Carver)
During RCTV's live football broadcast, I operated a wireless camera from the sideline to get close-up shots of different plays, the audience, the cheerleaders and the marching band.
RHS Boys Varsity Football (Randolph vs. Mashpee)
During RCTV's live football broadcast, I operated a wireless camera from the sideline to get close-up shots of different plays, the audience, the cheerleaders and the marching band.
RHS Boys Varsity Football (Randolph vs. Boston English)
During RCTV's live football broadcast, I operated a wireless camera from the sideline to get close-up shots of different plays, the audience, the cheerleaders and the marching band.
2025 USA National Traditional Lion Dance Championship
The USA Dragon and Lion Dance Sports Association held its first East Coast championship in Randolph. Teams from across the country showcased their lion dance skills.
Mid-Autumn Lantern Festival 2025
I hosted and produced a spotlight program of Randolph's mid-autumn lantern festival.
Igbo Day 2025
I filmed several hours of footage to create a feature-length highlight reel of a cultural festival in Randolph.
Randolph Hazardous Waste Disposal Day
I filmed b-roll and interviewed Randolph's public health commissioner to create a highlight reel of the town's annual hazardous waste disposal event.
City approves BioMed lab project with alterations to how nonprofits will be apportioned its benefits
City councillors voted 8-1 on Monday to approve an East Cambridge lab project and, with it, funding for nonprofits citywide.
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East Cambridge team agrees to $5M compromise in BioMed construction community benefits deal
The East Cambridge Planning Team, which has led negotiations with life sciences developer BioMed Realty for seven months, has agreed to amend an unprecedented upzoning payout proposal that would’ve given $20 million in mitigation funds to East End House.
Advocates push legislation to permanently stop electric shock on disabled people
The Judge Rotenberg Center is the only U.S. school that uses the aversive therapy to change people's behavior. A reproposed bill this legislative session could change that.
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