Crimson staff writer
Henry W. Burnes
Staff writer Henry W. Burnes can be reached at henry.burnes@thecrimson.com.
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Construction Is Underway, But Still No Opening Date for &pizza and Milk Bar
According to Harvard Square Business Association director Denise Jillson, the pizza chain and dessert dive hope to open sometime this fall.
Harvard Investment in Brazil Tangled in Landholding Dispute
A University investment in Brazilian farmland could face a lawsuit as prosecutors review allegations that a Harvard-linked company does not rightfully own the land.
Square’s Andover Shop Up for Sale
The Andover Shop has been a Harvard Square staple since 1953 and a go-to formal wear shop for generations of Harvard students and Cantabrigians.
Wholesome Fresh Opens in the Square, Replacing Seized Market
Wholesome Fresh, a casual restaurant-convenience store hybrid that started in Rhode Island, opened its doors to Harvard Square Thursday morning in the property formerly occupied by Market in the Square.
Students Munch on Free Burritos on Zambrero Opening Day
The fast-casual chain takes over a space formerly leased by the Boston-based burrito company Boloco.
Amid Snowstorm, Pokéworks Opens in Harvard Square
Pokéworks, a poke fast-food chain, opened its doors in Harvard Square last week on a stormy day when many stores closed in preparation for a nor’easter.
Mt. Auburn Hair Cuttery to Close
Hair Cuttery’s Harvard Square storefront will be snipped from its Mt. Auburn location on March 17 following an unexpected rent increase.
Vacancies in Square Stir Debate About Future Developments
National chain &pizza has sought to secure the necessary approvals to open in one of several currently empty properties in the Square.
Seven Restaurants Confirmed for Smith Campus Center
Saloniki—a local Greek fast food chain—and Oggi Gourmet will be among seven vendors located in the new Smith Campus Center when the building opens this fall.
Blue Bottle Coffee Opens With Crowds, Free Caffeine
Students who stopped by said they were impressed by the store’s open decor and tasty coffee.
Planning Board Asks Developer to Modify Plans for Harvard Sq. Mall
The Cambridge Planning Board asked Regency Centers Corporation to re-submit its proposal for a Harvard Sq. mall.
Committee Delays Recommendation on Harvard Square Restrictions
In a meeting that ultimately ended without an official recommendation, Cambridge City officials and residents debated the merits of a controversial zoning petition.
Following Delays, Blue Bottle Coffee to Open This Winter
Blue Bottle Coffee will soon open its liege waffle and avocado toast-filled doors at 40 Bow St., though the opening comes nearly six months later than store had initially planned.
Cardullo’s Plans Boston Expansion
Cardullo’s Gourmet Shoppe, a Harvard Square icon since 1950, is planning to open a second location of its specialty food store in Boston’s Seaport neighborhood.
Federal Marijuana Crackdown Could Disrupt Budding Industry
Session’s decision comes just days after the first-ever medical marijuana dispensary opened in Harvard Square.
