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Where Have All The Abortions Gone? The Decline Of Abortion Providers In Massachusetts
October 9, 2009 – 1:08 pm | No Comment
Where Have All The Abortions Gone? The Decline Of Abortion Providers In Massachusetts

A national anti-abortion campaign has declared October 9th National Pro-Life Cupcake Day. Called Cupcakes For Life , the organization is spreading their pro-life message by encouraging supporters to hand out 50,000,000 cupcakes across the country to …

The Ultimate After School Job: Cambridge Community Television’s School Year Production Program
October 8, 2009 – 3:54 pm | No Comment
The Ultimate After School Job: Cambridge Community Television’s School Year Production Program

Does the thought of an after school job remind of you of slinging burgers and mopping up messes in aisle 3? Changing dirty diapers for a screaming toddler? Yeah, us too. As heinous as it …

Boston’s South End Welcomes New Business: Around The Corner
October 7, 2009 – 4:33 pm | 2 Comments
Boston’s South End Welcomes New Business: Around The Corner

As chain stores continue to pop up left and right, it’s vital to support the independent businesses that give Boston its truly unique sense of character. Empowered by a passion for her industry and a …

Grow A ‘Mo In The Name Of Cancer Research
October 3, 2009 – 3:26 pm | One Comment
Grow A ‘Mo In The Name Of Cancer Research

When it comes to facial hair, younger generations of men seem to avoid moustaches like the plague. Reserved for fathers, cops, and 1970’s porn stars, it’s safe to say that they aren’t the most popular …

Make The Promise To Save The Women In Your Life
October 1, 2009 – 10:35 am | No Comment
Make The Promise To Save The Women In Your Life

One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime. That means the odds are that a woman you know could be a victim of the second most frequent cause of death …

Dorchester Organization Teaches Children the Importance of Recycling
September 24, 2009 – 2:46 pm | No Comment
Dorchester Organization Teaches Children the Importance of Recycling

It’s no secret that teachers frequently fall victim to long hours and low pay. As education positions and elective courses like music and art continue to be slashed from the budget every day, many of …

Simmons School of Management Presents Alumnae Achievement Award to Gretchen Fox
September 18, 2009 – 3:11 pm | No Comment
Simmons School of Management Presents Alumnae Achievement Award to Gretchen Fox

In a world where the odds are clearly stacked against entrepreneurs, the journey of a female entrepreneur proves to be a lesson in fighting one’s way to the top. Simmons College alumna Gretchen Fox exemplifies …

Here Ye Here Ye! The Fall Season Has Begun At King Richard’s Faire
September 15, 2009 – 3:35 pm | No Comment
Here Ye Here Ye! The Fall Season Has Begun At King Richard’s Faire

In our college days, weekend mornings meant trekking to the dining hall. If we were lucky, we’d find a little treat spread across the quad known as the Renaissance people. That’s right! Cittern strumming, 5-layer …

Boston Bike Riders Hope To Legalize Riding In Franklin Park
September 9, 2009 – 9:49 am | No Comment
Boston Bike Riders Hope To Legalize Riding In Franklin Park

Boston-area bike riders will gather today to prepare a formal request to legalize biking in Franklin Park. While the ban on bikes isn’t generally enforced, officially allowing bikes in the area will provide a wider …

Chefs in Schools Initiative Helps Boston Children Eat Healthy Meals
September 3, 2009 – 11:20 am | One Comment
Chefs in Schools Initiative Helps Boston Children Eat Healthy Meals

Today kicks off the Boston Public Schools fall semester, and a growing initiative to improve school meals is underway. 8 Boston schools have implemented the Chefs in Schools program, which helps Boston children find healthy …