Recent Emerson grad Twomey succumbs to H1N1Lily YuhasEmerson mourns the passing of David Twomey, a recent M.A. graduate in political and organizational communication, who became ill with the H1N1 virus and passed away Tuesday in Washington,D.C. (Story includes a video clip of Twomey addressing the Emergency Preparedness Forum held at Emerson in 2006.) 
Boston army recruitment center sees numbers rise, but remains controversial for someAlexis HaukThe army recruitment center on Tremont Street recruited dozens of area college students last year. Its director says it's like "mining for gold." Boston peace activists have concerns. 
Watertown goes GreekAlexandra DelHoyo and Elizabeth Poland
Boston Common may soon welcome dinersKaty JordanCity officials support the idea that the Boston Common host two new restaurants, in an effort to revitalize America's oldest public park. Emerson is giving up its money-losing cafe space on Boylston and Tremont. 
State debates older driver license requirements after recent accidentsAlexis HaukOlder driver licensing is heavily debated by lawmakers in the wake of recent accidents. There are least four bills on the state house/senate floor. Photo: AP Images. 
Boston Mayor Thomas Menino. Mayor Menino gets "green"Robin LewisIn an effort to combat a frail economy, Boston Mayor Menino is attempting to kill two birds with one stone. The mayor made his third of four announcements today, unveiling a new program to create 150 green-collar jobs, while greatly reducing greenhouse gas emissions. 
Stand up comedian lets it all hang outAlexis HaukQ&A with Andy Ofiesh, the 41-year-old software developer who started Naked Comedy Showcasethe, which performs monthly at Improv Boston. 
Boston Police Department partners with crime Web siteMisty HamelThe Boston Police Department has teamed up with CrimeReports.com in an effort to make crime statistics readily available to citizens. This partnership will allow Boston residents the opportunity to receive email alerts about their neighborhoods and monitor the crime in their area. 
Netherlands to shut down prisons due to lack of criminalsMisty D. HamelThe Netherlands has announced it will be shutting down eight prisons, because only 12,000 of the 14,000 capacity has been filled. To many this seems that liberal policies of the Dutch are working, but others believe that there are no less criminals just fewer punishments. Pictured above is a man being for theft in a grocery store in Amsterdam. Photo by Misty Hamel. |
Pine Street Inn graduates embrace change
Boston's Pine Street Inn hosted its 10th annual job training graduation, where men and women overcame odds, and took part in pomp and circumstance. Somerville Hospital loses detox unit
The Somerville Hospital detox unit shuttered its doors June 30), emptying 26 beds previously occupied for inpatient substance abuse treatment. Patients may now be detoxing in hospital emergency rooms, or in jail, neither of which may be as effective. The move to close is due to steadily decreasing numbers over the last six years, and lack of funds from the State, Cambridge Health Alliance spokesman Doug Bailey said. Shop-owners hope for Filene's Basement to reopenMisty D. HamelNow that the bankrupt Filene's Basement has been purchased by Syms Corp shop-owners in Downtown Crossing are hoping the flagship store will reopen its doors soon. However, delayed development and rising rents could present a struggle for Syms to reopen the store. Emerson comedy team finishes 2nd in national comedy festival
Emerson comedians won second place at Rooftop Comedy Festival in Aspen, Colo. Thirty two college teams of four competed in four regions. Emerson was the champion of the East. Sen. Kennedy Urges Students to Take Advantage of Income Based Repayment
The College Cost Reduction and Access Act that was passed in 2007 has finally gone into effect. Senator Kennedy has urged all Massachusetts college presidents to make sure that students across the state know they have an easier option to repay their loans. Listen to reaction above from locals that are effected by the new act. Women rockers make their mark
"Green" is the new black in fashion
"Going green" seems to be seeping into all areas of our life, so its not surprising that eco-friendly clothing is catching on. Video game excesses attract Mayor Menino's attention
Mayor Menino recently launched a video game awareness campaign to warn parents "to use Entertainment Software Rating Board's (ESRB) information to choose age-appropriate games for children." Emerson mourns death of former Dramatic Arts chairBritt Braudo Former Emerson professor and chair of the Dramatic Arts department William Sharp passed away May 29 at his home in Swampscott, Mass. Sharp, 84, was a member of at Emerson's faculty from 1970-1994 and was named professor emeritus after his retirement from the college. Restaurants go green and not just with salads
Restaurants are using resources that come at a cost to the environment. In Boston, some owners are developing an ecological conscience. Cell phone towers overshadow resident concerns
Boston residents express concerns over cell phone towers, which are growing increasingly closer to city homes and offices, demanding more municipal oversight. Communication Studies chair elected future NCA presidentBritt Braudo Richard West, chair of communication studies at Emerson, has been elected second vice president of the National Communication Association (NCA). He will progress to the rank of NCA president in 2012. Domestic abuse spikes as economy sinks
Domestic violence has been increasing with the declining economy. Above: Serena Skinner, holds 4-year-old Emily and 9-year-old Harley, as they observe a moment of silence during a candlelight vigil held to remember those affected by domestic violence in Roswell, N.M. AP Images photo. 27th Annual Scooper Bowl delights young and oldJoe Zarbano The Scooper Bowl is in its 27th year and has raised millions for the Jimmy Fund. People across New England come to the event and enjoyed more than 40 flavors of ice cream from some of the top brands in the country. Life is Good festival celebrated on Boston CommonLily Yuhas Life is Good, a clothing company, took over part of the Boston Common Saturday for a festival celebrating life, and everything good about it. There were fun activities, food, and games, and all the proceeds from the festival went to Project Joy, a charity foundation. |
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