Boston/Region Articles
Main Streets helps downtown come alive
Centre/South Main Streets has a mission: Attracting consumers to the commercial district of Jamaica Plain. Helping business owners with promotional ideas and storefront improvements are just two ways the organization aids the community.
Reviving Centre Street
West Roxbury group works to lure new business
As you approach the cramped office of West Roxbury Main Streets, located on the second floor of a building at 1874 Centre St., one can't help but notice the empty storefront situated below. Filling this empty space, along with many others dotting the business thoroughfare, is one of the major battles Main Streets is waging in its effort to revitalize a Boston neighborhood.
ROTC recruiter sees students' attitudes shift
Military recruitment isn't showing an increase in numbers among the Fenway colleges, but recruiter Nina Richard says she has seen a greater commitment among those inquiring about signing up.
Cape Cod Baseball League offers head start to future stars
Century-old amateur leage enjoys sterling reputation
The Cape Cod Baseball League is considered by the baseball world to be the best amateur league in the country. It has produced such stars as Nomar Garciaparra, Mo Vaughn, Jason Veritek and Albert Belle.
Boston students spend summers at Cape Cod looking for the gold and the green
Many of Boston's college students relocate to Cape Cod for the summer to take advantage of the benefits of the tourist season. This way they can afford to return to Boston in the fall to continue their studies....
Summer sounds are in the air
The 33rd Annual Boston Globe Jazz and Blues Festival started Sunday with a performance by Sweet Willy D & the Continental Walk. The week-long event features local performers as well as internationally renown musicians. (Video)
Harry Potter takes Boston by storm; fans stay up late to get fifth installment
Kids all over the world stayed up way past their bedtimes Friday in order to get the first glimpse of the new Harry Potter book. The worldwide June 21 release date prompted midnight release parties, magic acts and contests for the many anxious readers who simply couldn't wait until morning to get their hands on "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix."
Dads do make a difference
On Father's Day, families from around the hub gathered in the Boston Common for The Medical Foundation's 6th annual "Dads Make a Difference" conference. The honorees of this colorful event called them "Super Dads" for a good reason.
Budget cuts force BPL to increase late fees; fines amnesty begins this week
Beginning July 1, the Boston Public Library will increase late fees on all materials. But for the last week in June, the libary is offering patrons one last chance to forgive their late fees--food for fines....
Protesters of all kinds
They came from all generations and all walks of life. Saturday's protest came complete with signs, chants and counter-chants but ended as peacefully as it began.
Boston public school teachers forced to find new employment
Boston public schools laid off 760 teachers last week due to cuts in the state's education budget. The teacher's union has reacted strongly against the dismissals.
At Newbury Street the song is "Rain, Rain Go Away"
These rainy days aren't helping businesses on Newbury Street. Popular restaurants such as the Armani Cafe, Scoozi, Charley's and Saffron are losing customers and the staff is feeling the pinch as well. They all want the rain to go away.
Allston-Brighton Festival Focuses on Community Awareness
The Allston-Brighton Ethnic Festival will take place on June 21 and feature ethnic dancing and food. The event was started in the wake of several racially-motivated area crimes in 1980 and todays celebrates the community's unity and diversity. It also calls attention to some of the community's problems.
Central Burying Ground, an American landmark just across the Walker
The Central Burying Ground, just across from Emerson's Walker Building, has been a historic landmark in the city of Boston for centuries. It contains the remains of many prominent Bostonians going back to those involved in the Boston Tea Party.
Mass. Senate approves statewide smoking ban
The Senate approved a statewide smoking ban on May 30. The ban, if approved by the House, would prohibit smoking in bars, resturants and any place of work.
Talk is not cheap--new bill may limit the use of cell phones while driving
Massachusetts is considering a bill that would ban drivers under 18 from using cell phones while driving. The bill also says that those over 18 must use a hands-free device while driving or face up to a $500 fine. Public safety is the main concern.
Boston college students continue to fight for housing
Boston-area college students continue to fight the city's enormous rents by looking for university housing. Most schools, including Emerson, can accommodate only a portion of their students. Simmons appears to be the exception--it still is able to offer a room to all of its students who need it. (To the right, Emerson's Little Building dorm.)
Boston's hottest summer spots
After what seemed to be a never ending winter, Bostonians are longing for the outdoors and flocking to the restaurants, bars and clubs with open air areas, making them the hottest night spots this summer.
Mass. Senate votes to repeal Clean Elections Law
The Senate May 29 voted to eliminate the Clean Elections Law due to a tight budget.