Some area college food services receive failing grades from Boston health inspectorsMichael Del RossoLocal colleges, which mostly contract out their food service, have been unable to avoid health inspection failures. They have a week to correct violations and meet the health code requirements. College students struggle with money managementNikki Muller Reporter Nikki Muller meets with college students, fresh graduates and financial experts to discuss why young people need to become better money managers. The average debt per graduating college student in Massachusetts is $19,000. Even those who work struggle to keep up with loans and basic budgeting skills. Watch the video package. Fans celebrate Celtics' 17th NBA Championship with a rowdy paradeJSONS Staff Celtic royalty partied with its subjects Thursday at Copley Square, where the Boston's parade dispersed. Check out our three video reports to see the players celebrate and meet the fans who will never forget 2008! Kite surfing requires plan for "wind window" and safetyMichael Del Rosso & Douglas Kyed Wind surfing and flying a kite are married into one dynamic sport at Nahant Beach on the North Shore. See photos and watch video of kite surfing on Nahant Beach. Apple's newestMallory HoffThe Apple store on Boylston Street, a glassy, glow-in-the-dark, 20,000 square foot building, didn't wind up in one of Boston's most historic areas without opposition. While some residents feel the building disrupts the neighborhood's old time charm, others believe the store is a sign of an evolving city. A Celtics Parade slideshowThis slideshow was put together by the JSONS staff: Katie Kennedy, Mallory Hoff, Nikki Muller, Marilia Gordinho, Michael Del Rosso, Michael Rocha, Maxine Giza, and Doug Kyed. The Technology Manager was Jonathan Satriale. |
Emersonians arrive, thrive at Beijing's Communication U.Janet KolodzyThis is the first of many blog reports coming from the 36 Emerson students and faculty who are living, working and learning in Beijing, China this summer as part of the Olympic News Service. The student-faculty blog can be found HERE. Boston dog lovers voice opposition to "rent-a-best-friend" planNikki MullerDon't have the time to commit to a pet? A dog rental company wants to open a branch in Boston but dog lovers, animal rescue officers and some city counselors want to ban it because it may cause harm to the animals. U.S. Army hopes to recruit better by adopting Brazilian Jiu-jitsuMarilia GordinhoDevastating ground techniques, locks, holds, chokes and joint manipulations make the Brazilian martial the next big thing. Adopted by the U.S. Army, FBI, Swat and various elite troops around the world, the Brazilian Jiu-jitsu works as an efficient tool in combat. View slideshow and a video with a demonstration of BJJ techniques. Berklee students get a taste of real life with the music of Tower of PowerMarilia GordinhoWhen it comes to music, it is all about playing. Besides all the work on harmony, ear training and scales, Berklee students also have the chance to learn how to play in a professional-quality band that performs the music of Tower of Power, the soul and funk band from the '70s. See slideshow and videos. Above, TOP original members with Berklee students. Online gambling attracts college studentsKatelyn KennedyOnline gambling has many fans on the nation's college campuses, but it can be a dangerous and expensive addiction. One's studies, finances and friendships may suffer. It's "spring break" for soccer lovers--it's Euro 2008Marilia GordinhoEuro 2008 gives local soccer fans a unique chance to enjoy their passion. Some of the best teams of the world will be competing for the European championship and Boston's European fans gather in their favorite spots to cheer for their teams. (Photos, video and slideshow by Marilia Gordinho.) Celtics win it all!Mallory Hoff The Boston Celtics easily beat the Los Angeles Lakers last night at the Garden for their 17th NBA Championship. The city celebrated all night and reporter Mallory Hoff was there and captured on video some of the evening's sights and sounds. Teenage pregnancy makes one grow up fast....Katelyn Kennedy With all the hype about teenage pregnancy in Massachusetts lately, we have forgotten about the teen moms who made it work. Reporter Katelyn Kennedy meets with Jessica, a former teen mother, who says that having a child at an early age is not recommended but, with help, can work. "Throwing the stone farther": how music changed an autistic teenager's lifeMarilia GordinhoMusic has helped an autistic teenager connect with his parents and his community by learning to talk and perform in the music world. See photos and video. (Above: Nicholas Krishnan on his first day in Boston.) Dump The Pump day allows bus riding for freeDouglas KyedThe Greater Attleboro Taunton Regional Transit Authority Thursday participated in the national Dump The Pump campaign by allowing passengers to ride its buses for free. Despite poor publicity, the day was a success. Democrats beware: Your coffee could reveal your candidate preferenceKatelyn Kennedy and Michael RochaYou may not believe this, but some Democrats are saying that you can tell who's voting for whom by where they get their daily coffee! Obama supporters allegedly prefer Starbucks and Hillary supporters Dunkin Donuts coffee. We decided to test the theory. Soccer, barbecue and beer: a Brazilian party / Futebol, churrasco e cerveja: uma festa brasileiraMarilia GordinhoFramingham's large Brazilian community is getting ready to welcome its national soccer team Friday at Gillette Stadium where it will meet Venezuela. The celebration will be a traditional Brazilian party: soccer, beer barbecue and samba. (Text and video in both English and Portuguese.) |


















