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Boston man inspired by brother who died from gun violence brings hope to youth
BOSTON - Jamaal Wornum of One Love Sports Academy is giving out hope to youngsters. That's why he's BZ's MVP.Inspired by his brotherWornum's program has become a path to the future for young people. he is the found of One Love Sports Academy in Boston, and organizations that uses sports as an avenue to connect to kids and grow them athletically and academically"Roxbury, Dorchester, Mattapan, unfortunately, the young people deal with a lot of trauma, so without these outlets that my program and other programs offer, they would just be dealing with their trauma and not knowing how to," Wornum...
Woburn resident hosting tennis event
Tournament Director Jeff Semon of Woburn has announced the first Lexington Tennis Doubles Championship. “The goal of the LTDC is to engage tennis players of all levels and abilities in friendly competition to grow and sustain the game of tennis in Lexington and beyond,” Semon said. The LTDC will...
Watertown Police Buy Family New Refrigerator After Officer Discovers They Were Facing Desperate Situation
A Watertown Police officer bought a family a new refrigerator after learning that a family was in a difficult situation and could not afford to replace their broken one. Officer Frank Forde learned that the family’s refrigerator stopped working, and that the father has a serious medical condition and he could not work, Watertown Police Chief Justin Hanrahan in a post on the WPD Facebook account.
What is Emerson’s interim policy for campus demonstrations? We explain.
In the wake of pro-Palestinian protests and arrests on campus last spring, Emerson College recently updated its policies on campus demonstrations to ensure campus safety, according to the website. Emerson said that while it believes in the right to protest and the exchange of free ideas, the college is a...
Who are the core leaders behind EmersonTogether?
Emerson launched an EmersonTogether initiative that it says aims to build bridges and engage in community healing after the fallout over pro-Palestinian protests and arrests last spring. A number of administrators and faculty members are part of the three operational teams, focusing on content creation, capacity, and coordination. But four...
Family of Northeastern student critically injured in fall from window files negligence lawsuit against Alpha Epsilon Phi sorority
The family of a Northeastern University student who fell out of a second-floor window while at a party for members of Alpha Epsilon Phi last year has filed a lawsuit against the university chapter and national chapter of the sorority, alleging multiple counts of negligence in the incident. The lawsuit,...
Emerson updates code of community standards, outlining new policies and protocols for upcoming academic year
In preparation for the upcoming school year, Emerson launched a modified code of community standards, according to an email sent from President Jay Bernhardt to the Emerson community Friday. In the email, Bernhardt addressed the calls for transparency around policies and processes that have increased following pro-Palestinian protests and arrests...
Here’s how community members can provide feedback on Emerson’s new initiative and policies
Emerson recently launched a community-building initiative and updated its policies on campus demonstrations, institutional neutrality, and the student code of conduct. The college is inviting community members to be involved in the conversation to “help inform the future of these policies,” the website says. Here’s how Emersonians can...
Boston opens its first Bike Town, a place for kids to learn bike riding
The City of Boston and Mayor Michelle Wu announced the grand opening of Bike Town at Moakley Park on Thursday. Bike Town is a family-friendly space where kids can practice riding and rolling in a fun and safe environment. These are designed to teach children how to safely navigate streets and increase their overall confidence while riding a bike.
For New BU President, Journalism Was Part of the Family
Medical doctor, researcher and provost discusses her grounding in storytelling, communications, and journalism. Boston University’s 11th president, Melissa L. Gilliam, was introduced to the BU community on October 4. Although she doesn’t take office until July 1, 2024, Gilliam already has a strong personal connection to the missions of many of BU’s 17 schools and colleges, especially COM: she studied English literature at Yale and philosophy and politics at Oxford University; she has a masters in public health from University of Illinois Chicago and a degree from Harvard Medical School. Her father, Sam Gilliam, was a renowned abstract painter. And her mother, Dorothy Butler Gilliam, was a pioneering journalist. “We grew up with a very strong humanitarian focus and a focus on the impact that one could have in the world,” Gilliam says of herself and her two sisters.
Men’s Swimming and Diving Announces 2024-25 Slate
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. – Harvard Men's Swimming and Diving, the seven-time defending Ivy League champions, announced today its schedule for the 2024-25 campaign. The Crimson has a road-heavy slate this season, with just two meets scheduled for Blodgett Pool. Harvard opens the year with a double-dual Ivy meet in Ithaca,...
Boston to Revel in Sunny Skies and 80s This Weekend, Chance of Showers Looms for Monday
The weather in Boston this weekend is expected to remain primarily sunny with highs near the 80s, giving residents an ample opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities. According to the National Weather Service, today will see a high near 83 degrees with a shift in wind from west to east in the afternoon. The clear skies continue into the night with a low around 65, and southeast winds turning west after midnight.
AJ Black's 2024 Boston College Football Predictions
My predictions for the Eagles for the upcoming season. Boston College kicks off a new era this season with Bill O'Brien taking over in Chestnut Hill. A long time coach with local ties, O'Brien has extensive experience at both the collegiate and pro levels. Taking over for Jeff Hafley who decided to leave the college ranks to become a defensive coordinator with the Green Bay Packers, O'Brien isn't walking into a bad situation. In fact, when he took over the job, only two players transferred, and both of those players were lower on the depth chart.
Springsteen Was the First Rocker to Play Boston’s Fenway Park
Boston's Fenway Park has seen its share of action in the 100-plus years it has been active. For my money, the 2004 American League Championship Series between the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees that led to Boston's first World Series title in 86 years was about as exciting as it gets.
Weston Community League Fall Events: Pools, Coffees and Oktoberfest
Yesterday the Owl received the Weston Community League’s list of fall events. I am not ready for fall – did anyone read The New York Times’ Morning newsletter today? It’s exactly how I feel right now. On the other hand, I am not opposed to “Save the Dates.” So, here you are, Weston, take out your calendars and get the following events on it, and then I promise to come back later and explain to you the joys of a “Beermobile” (!!) and lederhosen, and also review who will be authorized to wear them. The list is short, Weston.
School Committee Reflects on Past Goals, Charts Out New Ones
School Committee members are beginning to shape their vision for the upcoming school year, with a series of goals focused on data-based decision-making, continuing policy revision work, assessing progress on the strategic plan, and developing a budget in line with student needs. The goals were discussed at the School Committee’s...
Everyone is a first-generation student at this new Massachusetts college
To Messina College student Ryan Pina, going to college isn’t something he wants to do just for himself. It’s something he wants to achieve for his entire family — something to make them proud. “My mom is an immigrant from the Dominican Republic, so she came here...
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