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Shawn A. Boehmer
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Harvard Men’s Lightweights Capture Victory at Henley Royal Regatta, Capping Off Undefeated Season
Against the cheers of spectators rooting for the home team along the Thames, Harvard made history — taking home its first ever Henley-on-Thames Temple Cup. The finals race caps off the Crimson’s undefeated season, with five consecutive wins during the regatta to take home the championship.
City Councilors Learned of Allegations Against Toner Long Before Brothel Charges Became Public
Five members of the Cambridge City Council were notified in January 2024 that Paul F. Toner had allegedly patronized a brothel network — more than a year before Toner was publicly named in the case.
200 Students Sign Open Letter Urging Harvard Not To Cave to Trump’s Demands in Talks
More than 200 students signed an open letter urging Harvard to “to reject any unreasonable or unlawful demands” as the White House claims it is nearing a deal with the University.
‘Big Ugly Bill’: Mass. Officials Condemn Republican Megabill Ahead of Trump’s Signing
As Republicans’ “One Big Beautiful Bill” makes its way to President Donald Trump’s desk, Massachusetts officials condemned it as cruel and said it would hike costs for the state.
Harvard Chabad’s Path to 5-Story Expansion Plan Opens Up Following Settlement With City
Harvard Chabad’s long-running legal dispute with the Cambridge Board of Zoning Appeals has finally come to an end after the two groups reached a settlement agreement earlier this month — paving the way for a massive expansion of Chabad’s space.
Jade Rose Signs to Manchester City After Historic Harvard Career
Former Harvard women’s soccer captain Jade Rose signed a four-year professional contract with Manchester City earlier this month, kickstarting her career after a dominant run at Harvard. She told The Crimson she’s “excited to move across the pond.”
Henry Chu To Serve as Interim Nieman Foundation Curator
Henry H. Chu ’90, a longtime Los Angeles Times reporter and the Nieman Foundation for Journalism’s deputy curator, will serve as the foundation’s interim curator while it searches for a long-term leader.
16 States File Amicus Brief Backing Trump Admin Against Harvard’s Federal Funding Lawsuit
A group of 16 Republican-led states asked to file an amicus brief on Sunday in support of the Trump administration against Harvard’s lawsuit over its effort to strip billions of dollars of its federal funding.
City Council Moves Forward With Broadway Bike Lane Plan Despite Objections Over Parking Loss
The Cambridge City Council voted to continue with its plan to install separated bike lanes along Broadway Street despite traffic concerns on Monday, rejecting a proposed policy order that would temporarily suspend the project.
Cambridge City Council Votes To Strengthen Sanctuary Ordinance Amid Trump’s Immigration Crackdown
The Cambridge City Council voted to strengthen restrictions on local police collaboration with federal immigration enforcement on Monday, citing “increasingly aggressive federal actions.”