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About Jacob Downey

Jacob Downey is a contributor to Caught in Dot. He is formerly of The Clock, Plymouth State University's award-winning student newspaper. He enjoys spending time with his two kittens - Gin and Tonic - reading Uncanny X-Men and writing about local government meetings.

“We refuse to let our digital rights be dismantled.” City Council opposes state social media ban.

2026-05-14T15:03:23-04:00

The City Council voiced unanimous opposition to a Massachusetts State Legislature bill that would prohibit users under 16 from using social media. The bill would also require social media companies [...]

“We refuse to let our digital rights be dismantled.” City Council opposes state social media ban.2026-05-14T15:03:23-04:00

Council resolution supporting a committee to advocate for young people will not create a committee to advocate for young people.

2026-05-08T07:55:05-04:00

Outside our world-renowned colleges, Boston is not a great place for young residents. Rent is high, job prospects are limited, and happy hour is still somehow illegal. To address the [...]

Council resolution supporting a committee to advocate for young people will not create a committee to advocate for young people.2026-05-08T07:55:05-04:00

Tale of Two Stadiums: Council opposition to Everett stadium parking raises questions on White Stadium

2026-04-30T11:30:51-04:00

The Robert Kraft-owned, 25,000-seat New England Revolution (NE) soccer stadium in Everett has only a parking lot that accommodates 75 cars. The lack of on-site parking has been justified by [...]

Tale of Two Stadiums: Council opposition to Everett stadium parking raises questions on White Stadium2026-04-30T11:30:51-04:00

‘Stalled projects, withheld updates, and communities left in the dark.’ Residents demand answers on paused street safety improvements.

2026-04-23T13:00:46-04:00

A few dozen frustrated neighbors from across the city gathered before the City Council on Wednesday to speak out about delays and funding losses for major infrastructure projects, including safety [...]

‘Stalled projects, withheld updates, and communities left in the dark.’ Residents demand answers on paused street safety improvements.2026-04-23T13:00:46-04:00

Councilor Mejia says she will not be participating in budget hearings at Tax Day rally

2026-04-18T14:31:55-04:00

A small crowd gathered outside the Iannella Chamber before the City Council’s regular meeting on Wednesday, for Councilor Julia Mejia’s No Taxation Without Representation rally. Although the councilor urged her [...]

Councilor Mejia says she will not be participating in budget hearings at Tax Day rally2026-04-18T14:31:55-04:00

Vigil calls for an independent investigation into the death of Emmanuel Damas, a Dorchester neighbor who died while in ICE custody

2026-03-19T14:50:07-04:00

Dorchester resident Emmanuel Damas died while in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody on March 2. His family alleges that an untreated toothache spiraled into a series of more serious [...]

Vigil calls for an independent investigation into the death of Emmanuel Damas, a Dorchester neighbor who died while in ICE custody2026-03-19T14:50:07-04:00

“They’re still in the street two weeks later.” Councilor Culpepper debates the future of space savers

2026-03-18T13:57:41-04:00

Space savers are a time-honored tradition in Boston’s rougher winters. The practice serves to mark the spot a neighbor shoveled out and ensure their hard work is not abused by the shoveling-averse. [...]

“They’re still in the street two weeks later.” Councilor Culpepper debates the future of space savers2026-03-18T13:57:41-04:00
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