Boston Move In Madness – An Annual Tradition
September 2, 2010 – 11:52 am | No Comment

I confess I was born and raised in Boston and though I graduated from 2 of the areas major universities I did not have to go through the madness that is the September move in.  …

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Patriots Mascot Arrested in RI Prostitution Sting; Teenage Girls Among Those Working as Prostitutes
December 13, 2009 – 3:19 pm | One Comment
Patriots Mascot Arrested in RI Prostitution Sting; Teenage Girls Among Those Working as Prostitutes

Rhode Island has long been known for its lax rules regarding prostitution, but as of November 3, the exchange of money for sex was ultimately made illegal in Rhode Island under Governor Donald Carcieri’s bill. …

Harvard Halts Science Lab Construction in Allston
December 10, 2009 – 7:37 pm | No Comment
Harvard Halts Science Lab Construction in Allston

By the time Harvard finally opens its state-of-the-art science lab in Allston, it might not be so modern anymore.
The university announced today that it will halt construction of the sprawling science complex once the first …

Celebrate the Season at the Annual Beacon Hill Holiday Stroll
December 5, 2009 – 6:14 pm | One Comment
Celebrate the Season at the Annual Beacon Hill Holiday Stroll

There’s no American neighborhood that is more reminiscent of Christmas time in Charles Dickens-era London than Boston’s very own Beacon Hill. To celebrate the holiday season, Charles Street’s various independent businesses will open their doors on …

Sox Sign Shortstop Scutaro
December 4, 2009 – 7:12 pm | No Comment

It wasn’t a trade, but it sure looked like one.
Less than a week after losing free agent shortstop Alex Gonzalez to the Toronto Blue Jays, the Red Sox struck a deal to bring former Jays’ …

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 …

WGBH details its new radio programming
November 28, 2009 – 9:00 am | 2 Comments
WGBH details its new radio programming

Last time we talked about public broadcasting powerhouse WGBH, they were attempting to rebrand their radio channel 89.7FM as a news talk destination, moving their classical station to a dedicated spot on the dial to …

Red Sox Reportedly Vying For Cy Young Winner Halladay
November 27, 2009 – 1:16 pm | No Comment

The bidding war is officially on for Blue Jays ace and former Cy Young Award winner, Roy Halladay—and according to several sources, the Red Sox are right in the thick of it.
Citing unnamed sources, The …

I’m dreaming of a parket-ticket-free Christmas
November 24, 2009 – 9:56 am | No Comment
I’m dreaming of a parket-ticket-free Christmas

The city of Boston is getting into the holiday spirit,  and just like Clark Griswold in Christmas Vacation, is opening its door to all who seek holiday cheer. That’s right, the city is going to …

Bike Film Festival Comes to Boston Nov. 20/21
November 20, 2009 – 12:46 pm | One Comment

“New Moon,” the latest installment in the “Twilight” series, hits theaters today and, unless you’re in your early teens or a vampire yourself, constantly in search of acceptance and a sense of belonging in this …

How Anti-American is Boston?: Palin Book Tour Snubs Hub
November 18, 2009 – 7:36 pm | No Comment

I am very upset with Sarah Palin.
And it’s not even for the usual stuff—hunting from a helicopter, lying/making up superficial answers to complex political questions, waving at Putin. No, sir, what’s got me so distressed …