Marco Cartolano
@marcocartolano.bsky.social
Bad Cuban American, above average Italian American. Breaking News/trending reporter for the Times-Picayune/New Orleans Advocate. (he/him)
This week I start my new role as a breaking news/trending reporter for The New Orleans Advocate/ Times-Picayune. It’s been a challenging time to start covering NOLA but I’m excited to begin work
January 8, 2025 at 1:46 AM
This week I start my new role as a breaking news/trending reporter for The New Orleans Advocate/ Times-Picayune. It’s been a challenging time to start covering NOLA but I’m excited to begin work
The idea that Twitter isn’t real life is probably about to be tested like never before the next four years
December 27, 2024 at 4:34 PM
The idea that Twitter isn’t real life is probably about to be tested like never before the next four years
Bergman said there are a lot of things in Worcester that people can be proud of like the creation of candlepin bowling and its unique history. His order is sent to manager.
December 18, 2024 at 4:23 AM
Bergman said there are a lot of things in Worcester that people can be proud of like the creation of candlepin bowling and its unique history. His order is sent to manager.
He said these are good governance questions. It goes to manager 9-2. Nguyen and Haxhiaj opposed
December 18, 2024 at 4:21 AM
He said these are good governance questions. It goes to manager 9-2. Nguyen and Haxhiaj opposed
Bergman on his vision zero and mobility action plan item.
December 18, 2024 at 4:20 AM
Bergman on his vision zero and mobility action plan item.
They have been on King's motion to Request City Manager provide City Council with a report detailing all city Board and Commission applications and denials. The motion to file failed with Mero-Carlson not in the room. It goes to manager
December 18, 2024 at 4:18 AM
They have been on King's motion to Request City Manager provide City Council with a report detailing all city Board and Commission applications and denials. The motion to file failed with Mero-Carlson not in the room. It goes to manager
The focus in the room has kind of gone out as we get to hour 5, including me.
December 18, 2024 at 4:17 AM
The focus in the room has kind of gone out as we get to hour 5, including me.
King wishes to amend the petition and hold it. He said if there are officers named that will be provided. His amendment would be that the city will not violate confidentiality of women who reported. He brings up his fatherhood of girls.
December 18, 2024 at 3:09 AM
King wishes to amend the petition and hold it. He said if there are officers named that will be provided. His amendment would be that the city will not violate confidentiality of women who reported. He brings up his fatherhood of girls.
Full house about 40 minutes before Council is starting. It's going to be packed
December 17, 2024 at 10:54 PM
Full house about 40 minutes before Council is starting. It's going to be packed
Ahead of tonight's meeting I want to quickly say that this will be my last. After four happy years at the Telegram I am moving onto a new role I will be sharing in due time. I am grateful to my team of editors and coworkers at the T&G and to all who followed my threads.
December 17, 2024 at 10:51 PM
Ahead of tonight's meeting I want to quickly say that this will be my last. After four happy years at the Telegram I am moving onto a new role I will be sharing in due time. I am grateful to my team of editors and coworkers at the T&G and to all who followed my threads.
Along with Batista submitting the DOJ investigation, the City Council is set to hear at least six petitions related to the DOJ report, including from an advocacy group for prostituted women and the police unions www.telegram.com/story/news/2...
Council to address several items in DOJ report on investigation of Worcester PD Tuesday
City Council to address findings of two-year investigation of the Worcester PD by DOJ at its meeting Tuesday.
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December 16, 2024 at 7:27 PM
Along with Batista submitting the DOJ investigation, the City Council is set to hear at least six petitions related to the DOJ report, including from an advocacy group for prostituted women and the police unions www.telegram.com/story/news/2...
Worcester launches hotline for reporting police misconduct www.telegram.com/story/news/l...
Worcester launches hotline for reporting police misconduct
Hotline follows release of Justice Department investigation.
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December 16, 2024 at 7:17 PM
Worcester launches hotline for reporting police misconduct www.telegram.com/story/news/l...
Some argument between King and Petty about talking about DOJ report. Asst Solicitor advises against speaking under suspension and to advertise that conversation first
December 11, 2024 at 3:42 AM
Some argument between King and Petty about talking about DOJ report. Asst Solicitor advises against speaking under suspension and to advertise that conversation first
Councilors are coming back from exec session
December 11, 2024 at 3:02 AM
Councilors are coming back from exec session
More cameras than usual at tonight’s meeting
December 10, 2024 at 11:19 PM
More cameras than usual at tonight’s meeting
ACLU says Worcester broke law in silencing Gaza protesters at City Council meeting www.telegram.com/story/news/l...
ACLU says Worcester broke law in silencing Gaza protesters at City Council meeting
The organization accused the city of engaging in "viewpoint discrimination."
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December 10, 2024 at 6:00 PM
ACLU says Worcester broke law in silencing Gaza protesters at City Council meeting www.telegram.com/story/news/l...
US Attorney: Looking for binding agreement with city after Worcester police findings www.telegram.com/story/news/l...
US Attorney: Looking for binding agreement with city after Worcester police findings
In his first public remarks on the investigation, Joshua Levy also expressed confidence in the city's interim police chief.
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December 10, 2024 at 1:19 AM
US Attorney: Looking for binding agreement with city after Worcester police findings www.telegram.com/story/news/l...
Federal investigation faults Worcester police on use of force, sexual contact with women www.telegram.com/story/news/l...
Federal investigation faults Worcester police on use of force, sexual contact with women
Investigators said they also have “serious concerns” about “credible reports of sexual assault and other sexual misconduct by WPD officers."
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December 9, 2024 at 6:53 PM
Federal investigation faults Worcester police on use of force, sexual contact with women www.telegram.com/story/news/l...
Worcester City Solicitor Michael Traynor to retire after 37 years of city service Jan. 10 www.telegram.com/story/news/l...
Worcester City Solicitor Michael Traynor to retire after 37 years of city service Jan. 10
The city administration is exploring its options for Traynor's successor and plans to make an announcement prior to his retirement.
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December 6, 2024 at 9:54 PM
Worcester City Solicitor Michael Traynor to retire after 37 years of city service Jan. 10 www.telegram.com/story/news/l...
On party-line vote, US Senate confirms Worcester attorney to be federal judge www.telegram.com/story/news/l...
On party-line vote, US Senate confirms Worcester attorney to be federal judge
Brian Murphy's confirmation was part of the Biden administration's late dash to appoint two dozen judges before Donald Trump takes office.
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December 3, 2024 at 5:10 PM
On party-line vote, US Senate confirms Worcester attorney to be federal judge www.telegram.com/story/news/l...
Worcester man charged with motor vehicle homicide in crash that killed pedestrian www.telegram.com/story/news/l...
Worcester man charged with motor vehicle homicide in crash that killed pedestrian
A judge released the man on personal recognizance, angering the victim's mother.
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December 2, 2024 at 6:56 PM
Worcester man charged with motor vehicle homicide in crash that killed pedestrian www.telegram.com/story/news/l...
New: We obtained video from the Nov. 19 assault at City Hall www.telegram.com/story/news/2...
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November 27, 2024 at 6:50 PM
New: We obtained video from the Nov. 19 assault at City Hall www.telegram.com/story/news/2...
City Council is in session
November 26, 2024 at 11:33 PM
City Council is in session
Day center for homeless Worcester residents coming in 2026, city says www.telegram.com/story/news/l...
Day center for homeless Worcester residents coming in 2026, city says
Site has been selected; Central Massachusetts Housing Alliance will operate location.
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November 26, 2024 at 8:40 PM
Day center for homeless Worcester residents coming in 2026, city says www.telegram.com/story/news/l...
City Council is back tomorrow. Along with the manager's contract vote, it's tax classification time! Also a vote on a Webster Square TIF and parking requirements
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Worcester City Council will decide tax rates at Tuesday meeting
The city, which has prioritized keeping residential rates low, now has the seventh-highest commercial rate in the state.
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November 25, 2024 at 7:37 PM
City Council is back tomorrow. Along with the manager's contract vote, it's tax classification time! Also a vote on a Webster Square TIF and parking requirements
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