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Top 10 Boston Athletes With Jamie McClellan
Brian and Jamie discuss the current top Boston athletes and give out their respective top 10 lists. Their lists include a similar surprise at no. 10 and a different player taking the crown for top dog in Beantown (0:15). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on...
New Stores Open at Lynnfield’s MarketStreet this Summer
Lynnfield’s MarketStreet shopping center is welcoming four new stores this summer: furniture brand Lovesac, woman’s fashion retailer Anthropologie, California-inspired clothing company Marine Layer, and popular jewelry line gorjana are all new additions this season. “This summer’s lineup of store openings is an exciting update to MarketStreet’s ever-growing mix...
Person shot, injured at Dorchester gas station Friday morning, police say
BOSTON — A person was shot Friday morning at a gas station in Boston's Dorchester neighborhood, police say. Police responded to the Mobil Gas Station at 738 Blue Hill Ave. around 5:30 a.m. One person brought themself to Boston Medical Center. According to police, their injuries are considered to...
These 5 maps show how to travel from Logan Airport during Sumner Tunnel closure
Those leaving Boston Logan Airport are going to have to find alternative routes as Sumner Tunnel is closed for a month. The tunnel is closed for renovations until Aug. 5. It typically carries traffic under Boston Harbor and connects East Boston and Logan Airport to downtown Boston. Traffic will be...
Rewind: The Common's adventure with Jed
Team Common is currently working on our transition to a weekly show. We’ll be back this summer with new episodes. In the meantime, here’s one from our archives. We're big fans of trains here at The Common. And so is (formerly) Boston-based TikTok creator @jeddeo1, known for his deadpanned MBTA review series Adventures with Jed. In this episode, the team takes a trip down the Green Line E branch for their very own adventure with Jed.
BAMSFest’s founder breaks it down with Studio 88-9!
Studio 88-9 and Secret Spot host DJ Mo Wilks sat down with Boston Art & Music Soul Festival aka BAMSFest Founding Artistic Director Catherine T. Morris to hear her thoughts about the festival which is celebrating it's sixth year of bringing joy to Boston's community. One of BAMSFest's core missions is to share local and national artists and musiciains of color with the neighborhoods they represent not to mention call home. Click and play our interview with Catherine below. Catherine always the creator and and community 'activator' shares her creative acronym and deeply personal definition of what 'soul' means to her.
School Foodservice Directors To Gather At National Conference with $26 Million in Play
The nation’s school foodservice directors are gearing up to attend the School Nutrition Association’s annual convention in Boston, scheduled for July 14-16. This event presents a unique opportunity for these directors to come together and discuss the challenges facing School (K-12) Foodservice operators across the country. Late last...
Cruz Cos. completes build-out of Harvard Commons, a model for creating wealth through affordable homeownership
Dorchester, MA One of the country’s oldest and largest 100% Black-owned construction and real estate development and management enterprises, Cruz Companies, has announced the completion of the final sites for Residences at Harvard Commons, an innovative 99-home development acclaimed for creating value on a long-vacant plot of land where a defunct state hospital previously stood for decades.
Senné delivers The Residences at 222 Commonwealth Ave. - a newly-constructed project in Boston
Boston, MA William Senné has unveiled The Residences at 222 Commonwealth Ave., a landmark newly-constructed project showcasing over $20 million in real estate. This collection of three boutique residences presents sophisticated new construction on the historic Commonwealth Ave. Mall. Paying homage to the Mall’s cultural significance, these homes embody the classic elegance and style that have defined this iconic location for centuries.
The Chiofaro Company begins Phase II of $100 million upgrade at International Place
Boston, MA The Chiofaro Company has commenced on Phase II of the $100 million reinvestment and reimagination of International Place - a 1.8 million s/f office property. A beloved landmark on the city’s skyline, International Place has long been touted for its innovative expression and distinctive architecture. International Place reflects the diversity of industries and tenant demographics as a microcosm of the city. In 2023, The Chiofaro Company engaged Gensler, OJB, and Columbia Construction to conceptualize and redefine what it means to be the best-in-class workplace and cultural nexus. This reinvestment into International Place focuses on creating an environment that fosters social connections, community enrichment and business innovation.
Boston's July 4th fireworks light up the sky following Pops performance
BOSTON - Hundreds of thousands of people packed the Esplanade Thursday to take in this year's July 4th fireworks and Boston Pops concert.Celebrating 50th yearOn America's birthday, there's no other place to be than the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular. Now for five decades strong, the moving musical tribute to freedom came together on the Hatch Shell stage, marveling a sea of red, white, and blue. Four-hundred thousand people came together for an epic night celebrating our country."So excited, this has been on my bucket list for a long time," said Kim Karavan, who was visiting from South Carolina. "I grew...
Shorelines - News about your neighbors
• Amanda Lorusso graduated from Emmanuel College on Saturday, May 18, during the college's 102nd commencement exercises on its campus in Boston. Lorusso received a bachelor of science in biology with a concentration in health sciences during the ceremony. Lorusso, the daughter of Dolores and Anthony Lorusso, graduated summa cum laude and with distinction in the field of study.
Joseph Zarbano joins Regan Communications as Senior VP
Former WEEI executive Joseph Zarbano has joined the Boston PR agency Regan Communications Group as their Senior VP/Strategic Partnerships. Charismatic and knowledgeable, Zarbano will leverage his 14-year experience from WEEI to foster strategic partnerships and amplify the agency’s client services. At WEEI, he donned the hat of Chief Programming...
Lego unveils 1,497-piece "Jaws" set designed by fan
BOSTON - A new fan-designed set from Lego is celebrating the 1975 blockbuster "Jaws."The 1,497-piece kit includes the Orca boat, the famous shark and characters like sailor Sam Quint, marine biologist Matt Hooper and police chief Martin Brody. Lego also released a "brick-buster" short film showcasing its new set and included a cameo from a Steven Spielberg minifigure.How much is the Lego "Jaws" set?The set goes on sale to the public in Lego stores and online at Lego.com/Jaws on Aug. 6 for $149.99. It's recommended for ages 18 and up. The Orca boat "features a detailed cabin with a removable roof, an...
July 4th an apt day for protest in Lynn
Emily RosenbergLYNN — Approximately 20 people marched from Manning Field to Wyoma Square to continue an annual tradition of Independence Day protests on Thursday afternoon. The Diverse People United coalition planned the protest to call for an immediate cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war and acknowledge the atrocities occurring as a result of it. During the protest, […] The post July 4th an apt day for protest in Lynn appeared first on Itemlive.
Another record turnout at Lynnfield road race
Anne Marie TobinLYNNFIELD — There was no better place to celebrate America’s birthday than the 57th Annual Lynnfield Athletic Association (LAA) Fourth of July 5K Road Race. The race attracted a record 349 runners, up from 301 runners in 2023. This year’s race had a couple of new twists, chief among them being a new location, as […] The post Another record turnout at Lynnfield road race appeared first on Itemlive.
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