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Hilary Miller, Vice President of the Friends of the Thomas Crane Library provides an update on the group's efforts to support the library including an adults only after hours event, and the holiday book sale.

Quincy mayor considering Flock request. Quincy voters casting ballots early. State wide band competition comes to Quincy.

A discussion about ballot question 9 which would repeal a 2024 law regarding firearms regulations.

New police station dedication. Former Granite Telecommunications worker charged with theft. High school football showdown.

QPD road safety grant. Stop & Shop back online. Good Neighbor Energy Fund kickoff.

City Council President Anne Mahoney provides a review of the October 19th council meeting.

Quincy Mayor Thomas Koch comments on the future plans for the former Eastern Nazarene College property, a proposed solution to the controversial statues issue, and a change in plans for a municipal broadband service.

Tina Cahill, Executive Director of Recovered Souls speaks about the non-profit's mission of assisting people in recovery and also promotes their annual walk in Quincy.   Chapters (00:00:00) - Introducing Tina Cahill and Recovered Souls(00:00:42) - Sober Living and Professional Development Support(00:02:50) - Helping People Navigate Education and Careers(00:04:05) - Building Relationships to Find and Help People(00:05:31) - Recovery as a Lifelong Process and Triggers(00:07:05) - Measuring Success and the Ripple Effect(00:07:51) - Tina's Family Story with Addiction and AA(00:09:14) - Community Impact and Supporting Others(00:09:55) - Details of the Quincy Recovery Walk Location Change(00:11:10) - Honoring Willie Ostergai's Legacy(00:15:20) - Diana Cleary's Work with Women's Sober Homes(00:17:07) - The Value of Service in Recovery(00:18:16) - Walk Route and Logistics(00:19:11) - Festival Activities and Accessibility of the Event(00:20:53) - Where to Learn More and Closing Remarks

Flock opposition in Quincy. Major meat recall. Invasive plant cleanup.  Chapters (00:00:16) - License Plate Reading Camera Controversy(00:01:00) - Nationwide Meat Recall(00:02:26) - Governor Healey Reelection Poll(00:03:42) - Teen's Little Heroes Foundation(00:05:26) - Invasive Plant Cleanup Event(00:06:15) - Sports Update(00:06:34) - Weather Forecast(00:06:52) - Marine Forecast and Tides(00:07:18) - Traffic Note and Sign-off

Ray and Diane Theberge from the Quincy Friends of Scouting speak about the recent Presidents Trail Camporee that hosted 1200 scouts from all over New England to Merrymount Park and Pageant Field in Quincy.   Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction to the Camporee(00:01:14) - What is a Camporee vs. Jamboree(00:02:30) - Scale and Scope of the 2026 Event(00:03:14) - Scouting Demographics and Urban Experience(00:04:15) - Security and Origins of the President's Trail(00:05:39) - Photo Tour: Welcome Gateway and Opening Ceremony(00:06:49) - Rain, Games, and Liberty 250 Activities(00:07:58) - Time Capsule and Keepsakes(00:08:57) - Chef Lawrence Louis and the Golden Ladle Contest(00:10:19) - Trail Guides and Reenactors on the Historic Trail(00:11:27) - Daffodil Planting Project(00:12:05) - Welcoming Units with Dunkin Donuts(00:13:02) - The Bonfire Story(00:13:31) - Badges and Educational Value(00:14:21) - National Trail Status and Year-Round Tourism(00:14:56) - Upcoming Breakfast Trail Event(00:15:37) - Eagle Scout Community Projects and Closing

ENC deal announced. Quincy pedestrian struck. Stop & Shop discount.   Chapters (00:00:00) - Intro and Quincy Pedestrian Crash(00:00:16) - ENC Campus Housing Purchase Plan(00:01:24) - ENC Agreement Details and City Council Vote(00:01:59) - Early Voting and Election Info(00:02:42) - Voter Registration and Stop & Shop Outage(00:03:42) - Stop & Shop Response and Outage Details(00:04:15) - Ahold Delhaize Brands and MBTA Red Line Incident(00:05:00) - Business News and Stocks(00:05:14) - Sports and Weather Forecast(00:05:43) - Marine Forecast and Sign Off

Dove Executive Director Mich Hirsch and Development Director Cassie McGlynn speak about Dove's mission and also promote their annual Harvesting Hope fundraiser.   Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction and Domestic Violence Awareness Month(00:02:27) - The Role of Men in Ending Domestic Violence(00:06:30) - Prevention Education in Schools(00:07:07) - Hotline and Recognizing Signs of Abuse(00:08:13) - Harvesting Hope Fundraiser Details(00:10:16) - Auction Items and Purple Lighting Events(00:11:16) - Why the Mission Matters to Cassie(00:13:23) - Community Support and Breaking the Silence(00:15:30) - Staff, Growth, and Closing Remarks

New Red line cars delayed again. Quincy project creates traffic concerns. Quincy Christmas Parade theme selected.  Chapters (00:00:00) - Red Line Car Delivery Delays(00:01:11) - Red Line Production Updates(00:01:56) - North Quincy Apartment Traffic Study & Early Voting(00:03:05) - Voting Deadlines & Christmas Parade Theme(00:04:01) - Christmas Parade Details & New Fire Safety Rules(00:04:38) - Sprinkler Safety Regulations(00:05:22) - Fire Code Updates & Head of the Charles Regatta(00:06:07) - Regatta Transportation & Quincy Open Heritage Day(00:07:07) - Community Festivals & Pet Events(00:08:02) - Coat and Clothing Drives(00:08:32) - Clothing Drive & Pink Patch Fundraiser(00:09:25) - Business News(00:09:41) - Sports and Weather Forecast(00:10:01) - Extended Forecast & Marine Conditions

Quincy statues compromise. Eastern Nazarene College meeting. Quincy court demolition.  Chapters (00:00:00) - Public safety statues controversy and legal dispute(00:01:19) - Eastern Nazarene College campus community meeting(00:02:51) - Quincy District Court relocation for new justice center(00:03:56) - Voter turnout and election logistics(00:04:34) - Wheelhouse Diner becomes ice cream parlor and restaurant(00:05:29) - Southern Artery road repaving and gas line inspections(00:05:59) - State funding for social media safety in schools(00:07:09) - Healey's social media and heating assistance initiatives(00:08:00) - Business news and stock market update(00:08:31) - Weather and marine forecast

Quincy City Clerk Nicole Crispo provides a review of the latest licensing board meeting and a preview of the state election.  Chapters (00:00:00) - Intro(00:00:26) - Kilroy Square Event Liquor License(00:01:54) - Chamber of Commerce Autumn After Hours(00:02:33) - Kilroy Holiday Market Licenses(00:03:43) - Ginger Betty's Bakery Anniversary(00:04:21) - Free Jacks Fall Festival(00:05:04) - Cafe Quincy / Mix You Ice Cream License(00:05:48) - Cafe Quincy All Alcohol Restaurant License(00:07:22) - Walgreens Ownership Change(00:08:30) - Next Hearing and Early Voting Schedule(00:09:27) - Early Voting Locations and Parking(00:10:23) - Mail-In Ballot Updates(00:12:17) - Voter Registration Deadlines(00:13:00) - Absentee Voting and Ballot Requests(00:13:28) - Voting Resources and Ballot Guides(00:14:02) - Voting Equipment and Ballot Processing(00:15:05) - Election Day Logistics(00:16:56) - Turnout Predictions and Closing