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Photos: This year’s Revere sand sculptures as impressive as ever
Visitors can enjoy not only the stately sculptures but also over 75 food vendors, amusement rides, and exhibitors. For the 20th year, patrons of the arts or anyone just looking for a fun way to spend an evening can appreciate fine sculptures made of a nontraditional medium — sand.
2024 Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival (photos)
More than a dozen sand sculptures have taken over Revere Beach for the Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival this weekend. Celebrating its 20th year in 2024, the festival will last from Friday, July 19 until Sunday, July 21. This year, 15 sand sculptors from around the globe will compete...
No Tip Required: This Massachusetts Restaurant Adds 23% Fee to Your Total Bill No Matter What
European-Style Restaurant in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In a world gone tip-crazy, this sounds like a cool idea. Just get your bill and pay it without having to figure out what the tip will be. Let's learn more about Dear Annie, located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The menu at Dear Annie looks reasonably...
Mass. City Was Home To America’s Biggest Pasta Plant
"Wednesday is Prince Spaghetti day". I remember hearing this as a child. It was definitely a thing in Massachusetts and New England, because my parents would literally save pasta night for Wednesday. Prince is born in Boston's North End. The brand we all know as Prince pasta started in the...
A New ‘Titanic’ Exhibition is Bringing 250+ Artifacts to Boston, Massachusetts
Anyone who's spent time in Boston knows it's chock-full of history. The Freedom Trail is comprised of 16 historic sites throughout the city, telling "the story of the American Revolution and beyond." Places like the MFA, ICA, and Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum foster a lifelong appreciation for art. The JFK Presidential Library and Museum pays homage to our 35th President and his life's accomplishments.
5 Boston Bars to Go to First When Happy Hour Returns in Massachusetts
Happy hour was banned in Massachusetts in 1984. The law was put into effect because of a young girl who lost her life in a drunk driving accident. It may be close to coming back, however, because the Massachusetts Senate has recently adopted an amendment in favor of bringing it back. Senators cited it would help boost the economy, according to Boston.com.
Who has the best pizza in the Boston area? It's readers' turn to decide.
Bracket: Axios VisualsSteph here. I gave you my rundown of the Boston area's best (and overhyped) pizza. Now it's your turn.The intrigue: Axios readers, we need you to tell us who you'd rank at the top for local pizza.Zoom in: The 16 finalists in our bracket include classics like Santarpio's and Regina Pizzeria, bougie options like Area Four and Picco and some no-frills hole-in-the-wall joints.For me, Armando's Pizza & Subs in Cambridge served up the best slice I've had since leaving New Jersey. But some of you might cling to your so-called champions (looking at you, Regina).What to do: Click the link below and submit your vote before 3pm today.Trash talk welcome, even from those of you with trash takes.
King’s Beach cleanup goes high tech
Paul HalloranLYNN — Work is ongoing to target potential sources and solutions for the issues forcing the frequent closing of King’s Beach due to elevated bacteria levels. In recent weeks, closed-circuit cameras were temporarily placed inside 21 miles of storm drains for inspection and cleaning. “Most of these pipes were installed in the late ’90s or […] The post King’s Beach cleanup goes high tech appeared first on Itemlive.
Netflix is making a documentary about the Karen Read case
CANTON - Netflix is making a documentary about the Karen Read case and the death of Boston police officer John O'Keefe.The streaming service announced the new three-part documentary series on Friday. A release date has not been announced, but Netflix indicated there will be more updates on the series "in the coming months."Karen Read case ended in mistrialThe announcement comes just a few weeks after Judge Beverly Cannone declared a mistrial in the case because the "deeply divided" jury was unable to reach a unanimous verdict. The prosecution intends to retry the case, but Read's attorneys are trying to get...
Discover the Best Cheeseburger in Massachusetts at BRED Gourmet
Let's be real: burgers are pretty dang awesome. On hot summer days when you've spent time outside out on the water, nothing beats biting into a delicious, freshly-grilled burger topped with cheese, vegetables, and the dressing(s) of your choice. It not only hits the spot, but rejuvenates your body after a busy day. It's truly the pinnacle of an amazing summer.
Adventurous Sandstorm Calls Hillside Gardens ‘Home’
Two years ago, a young, short-haired tabby cat ventured into Hillside Garden, the Ace Hardware store on Blanchard Road. “He had a tracker on him, so we didn’t think much of it. His family knew where he was,” recalled assistant manager Josh Denault. But their new, four-legged friend...
AIA Future Forward Grant Awarded to Jones Architecture Initiative
Salem, MA – The 2024 American Institute of Architects (AIA) Future Forward Grant was recently awarded to Silvia Colpani, Assoc., AIA; Alya Staber; and Elona Habipi of Jones Architecture. Their proposal, “It Takes a Village, A Parents and Caregivers Initiative,” was selected by a six-person jury as this year’s grant recipient.
‘Hands off the Mullet': Boston boy hopes his hair makes him a champion
A South Boston 7-year-old with luscious locks of hair has high hopes to bring another championship title to his city. Brody Byrne is Boston's only representative at the USA Mullet Championships, where he's raising funds to provide homes for wounded veterans through Jared Allen’s Homes for Wounded Warriors. Brodie's...
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