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Common Spruce Comes to Light: Boston’s Christmas Tree Lit for the Season
December 3, 2009 – 9:32 pm | No Comment

Boston celebrated two decidedly American holidays this evening—Christmas and Independence Day—by simultaneously lighting an enormous spruce tree and blasting choreographed fireworks into the night sky.
The display was all part of the city’s 68th annual Christmas …

Smoltz Unwittingly Tipped Pitches While with Red Sox
August 25, 2009 – 8:09 pm | No Comment
Smoltz Unwittingly Tipped Pitches While with Red Sox

In his first start since being acquired by the St. Louis Cardinals, John Smoltz looked, surprisingly, like his old self. The esteemed pitcher, whose season began with a long rehab stint and a string of …

She’s Got Style: An Interview With Beyond Boston Chic’s Martini Severin
August 13, 2009 – 6:50 pm | 3 Comments
She’s Got Style: An Interview With Beyond Boston Chic’s Martini Severin

How does one describe Boston style? We recently caught up with born and bred Cantabrigian Martini Severin to discuss the topic. A Harvard graduate student by day, Martini’s blog Beyond Boston Chic is stocked with photographs …

Farewell, Old Friend: Paco’s Last Ride
August 11, 2009 – 5:36 pm | One Comment

Today, sometime between the hours of 10 A.M. and 4 P.M., my dear friend and loyal companion, Paco, was cut down in the prime of his life. He was tall, tough as steel, always ready …

Park It: Boston’s Best Outdoor Wireless Hotspots
August 8, 2009 – 12:34 pm | One Comment
Park It: Boston’s Best Outdoor Wireless Hotspots

Now that glorious weather has finally graced the city of Boston with its presence, there’s really no good excuse to stay inside. Oh, wait! You have to work? We forgot that small detail. But for …

Become A Bartender For Less At DrinkMaster Bartending School
July 31, 2009 – 6:32 am | No Comment
Become A Bartender For Less At DrinkMaster Bartending School

In this era of dwindling finances and pink-slips gone wild, there are certain careers we can be sure are in demand. Doctors? We’ll always be sick. Bankruptcy lawyers? Scoring big nowadays. Bartenders? Now, that’s what …

Grip It and Rip It: The Wild World of Segway Polo
July 28, 2009 – 5:56 pm | 2 Comments
Grip It and Rip It: The Wild World of Segway Polo

When polo comes to mind, we tend to imagine Prince William gallivanting on a horse in rural England, or that scene in Pretty Woman where Julia Roberts is transformed from hooker to heart breaker while stomping the …

Animal Adoption In The Hub: Choosing The New Member Of Your Family
July 25, 2009 – 3:51 pm | 2 Comments
Animal Adoption In The Hub: Choosing The New Member Of Your Family

It’s no secret that an endless amount of animals are put to sleep each year because they couldn’t find a home. The numbers are heartbreaking, but the issue is vital. Statistics show that for every …

Have Sweet And Stylish Dreams With K Madison Designs
July 21, 2009 – 8:54 pm | No Comment
Have Sweet And Stylish Dreams With K Madison Designs

Most of us fantasize about rolling out of bed and heading to work in our pajamas. Well, now that dream can be a reality. K Madison Designs, the brainchild of Connecticut designer Kristin Williams, features …

Breakdown On MBTA Green Line Highlights Struggles For Passengers In Wheelchairs
July 18, 2009 – 4:50 pm | 2 Comments
Breakdown On MBTA Green Line Highlights Struggles For Passengers In Wheelchairs

The MBTA is rarely known for being on time, or having freedom from technical difficulties. Amongst all of the subway lines, the Green Line is often recognized for its un-scheduled stops and frequent breakdowns. But …