Boston's Economic Boom | Comcast Newsmakers

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with Lydia Edwards on Development and Redevelopment Projects in District 1

Posted Aug 24, 2018

As Boston's skyline transforms, action needs to be taken to address environmental concerns and affordable housing. District 1 City Councilor, Lydia Edwards, discusses East Boston, Boston's North End and Charlestown development and redevelopment projects.

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