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Diversity in the construction industry is lacking. This program means to change that.
Banner Business Sponsored by The Boston Foundation. When Vrajesh Patel first entered the construction industry five years ago, he didn’t believe he’d find a leadership role. “I did my homework, I saw the people that were here … that were white and male-dominated, and I did not see...
10 Ineligible Items For Mass. Tax Free Weekend Aug. 10 & 11
Tax free weekend is Massachusetts is a great way to save money. Tax free weekend is coming up soon and will be held on Aug. 10 and 11. Lots of people wait to purchase those bigger items so they can save the most they can on state tax. August 10...
Wind blade maker ties detachment to “insufficient bonding”
A manufacturing misstep is believed to have led to the failure of a wind turbine blade at the Vineyard Wind 1 project, and the materials washing ashore miles away are nontoxic but still present an injury risk to people.
Abuse survivor keeps pushing Mass. bill that would make GPS tampering a felony
For defendants awaiting trial in Massachusetts it is, along with bail, a ticket to freedom. GPS monitoring devices allow for the remote enforcement of court orders, such as curfews and restraining orders.
These Massachusetts legislators are boycotting Netanyahu’s speech to Congress
The Israeli prime minister is slated to address a Congress deeply divided over his leadership on Wednesday. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is visiting Washington this week amid deepening tensions between the two ally nation’s leadership teams, and during a period of political flux in the United States. At...
A Taste of Ethnic Boston returns
A Taste of Ethnic Boston returns to Big Night Live, 110 Causeway Street Boston, MA 02114 on July 30, 6:00 – 9:00 PM. Attendees from across the state as well as visitors will gather with anticipation and excitement for a number of exquisite culturally diverse culinary dishes. More than 800 enthusiasts and tastemakers will be attending, ready to guide you on a culinary adventure at Get Konnected’s 10th Annual A Taste of Ethnic Boston Food Festival.
Taking Charge of the USS Constitution
Navy Commander Crystal L. Schaefer became the 78th commander of the USS Constitution at a ceremony held on June 21, 2024, at the Charlestown Navy Yard in Boston, MA. CDR Schaefer is daughter of members Michael and Debra Schaefer of Gilman. Michael Schaefer also served as JREC interim general manager from July 2021 to June 2022.
Family mourns man shot and killed by moped driver in Boston, no arrests made
BOSTON - The family of a Boston man is looking for answers after he was gunned down near the Forest Hills MBTA stop by a shooter police say was on a moped. "I lost a friend, I lost a brother, a really good guy," said Francis Gonzalez of his 35-year-old friend Andy Baez Manan also known as Jusepy. On Thursday, family and friends gathered at a funeral home in Dorchester wearing a T-shirt that memorializes him and the number he wore on his softball team. They say they're still trying to understand what happened the night of...
With Cora extended, the Red Sox have direction again
BOSTON -- The Red Sox and Alex Cora agreeing to a three-year contract extension came as a bit of a surprise on Wednesday. But it's a welcome surprise because of what it means for the franchise.With Cora signing on for three more seasons, the Red Sox have direction again. Craig Breslow wants to win, and he wants to win now, and Cora is on board for it. There is unity once again between the front office and the dugout.Breslow was in Colorado on Wednesday to finalize the deal, and received a hero's welcome from Boston players when they broke the...
New McDonald’s opening at TD Garden in Boston for the first time
Those who catch a show or a game at TD Garden may notice the new golden arches on the ground level. A McDonald’s was added to the Boston arena for the first time. A grand opening is scheduled for Friday, July 26. “This is the first time that customers...
Investigation underway after police officer struck by vehicle in Boston’s North End
BOSTON — An investigation is underway after a police officer was hit by a vehicle in Boston’s North End neighborhood on Thursday afternoon, authorities said. The officer was struck in the area of North Washington and Thacher streets just before 12:45 p.m., according to the Boston Police Department.
Neighbors rally to support family of stroke-stricken BPD sergeant
City neighborhoods and the policy community are rallying around a veteran Boston Police officer who suffered a stroke while running a road race last month. One show of support for Sgt. Jack Hynes and his family was the large gathering that turned out at a fund-raiser held on Wed., July 10, at the Playwright in South Boston.
Southie-Dot pairing is ‘Big Brothers’ pick for ‘match of the year’
Big Brothers-Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts has named Eric Wirth, 41, of South Boston, and Jalil Presley-Rogers, 17, of Dorchester, as the agency’s 2024 Match of the Year. The selection is one of nearly 4,000 matches the nonprofit serves annually with one-to-one mentoring relationships. Wirth was matched with his...
Jaylen Brown's All-Time Starting Five Goes Viral Thanks To Shocking Snub
Jaylen Brown is fresh off winning the 2024 NBA Finals with the Boston Celtics, where he was also awarded Finals MVP for his efforts in their five-game series against the Dallas Mavericks. After fighting for years to solidify his legacy, Brown has done just that by winning a title with the C's. Now ...
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