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Faculty Using Professional Development Grants to Make Art, Study Culture
Nineteen affiliated faculty members were awarded Affiliated Faculty Professional Development Fund (AFDF) grants to support their scholarly and creative pursuits, according to the Office of Research and Creative Scholarship. Applications are reviewed by the AFDF Committee. Recipients are:. Luis Arnías (Visual and Media Arts): Macondoless, a feature film exploring the...
Pan-Mass Challenge bike-a-thon has become a force for cancer research
The hills of Wellesley, Massachusetts, are no match for Billy Starr, who thrives on challenges.Starr launched the Pan-Mass Challenge, an annual bike-a-thon, after his mother passed away from cancer when he was just 23. Originally intended as a one-time bike-a-thon in 1980 with 36 riders, the event has evolved into a yearly tradition that draws nearly 7,000 cyclists from around the globe. "The winner is all of us. You can bike as small as 25 miles or as long as 220 miles, you can bike one or two days. But you're gonna participate on a bicycle," said Starr. Every dollar goes directly...
ERO Boston Captures Colombian National Convicted of Domestic Assault
Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Boston has recently taken into custody a Colombian national, Elkin Arturo Yarce-Munera, after convictions for domestic assault. According to an ICE news release, the 43-year-old was arrested on July 18 in Boston following a series of interactions with law enforcement, including previous detention by U.S. Border Patrol and release on a notice to appear before a Department of Justice immigration judge.
What happened to the liquor license bill?
The liquor license bill appears in limbo, even after its passage by the House and Senate. Behind closed doors and into the early morning hours of Aug. 1, many bills didn’t make it over the finish line at the end of the formal session, including another shot at pumping more liquor licenses into Boston’s restricted market.
Wildfire smoke in Boston may move closer to ground
BOSTON - Wildfire smoke from fires out west continues to be visible in the skies above Boston and the forecast calls for it to worsen on Friday, which could lead to air quality alerts in the region.Why is it hazy in Boston today?If you are a "Star Wars" fan, you undoubtedly are familiar with the dusty, desert planet of Tatooine. Perhaps you've even dreamed of one day visiting this fictional place. Well, today is your day! Just step outside and look up!Ok, maybe that is a bit dramatic, but our sky does have a hazy, brownish tint.Those aren't clouds and...
‘New Beginnings’ for Back-to-School
• With a new school year on the horizon, the Needham Community Council hopes to supply students with the materials they need to succeed. Needham schools are back in session in two weeks, meaning students across grade levels will be gathering backpacks, pencils, notebooks and more before their first day. But those school supplies come at a cost, and different classes and teachers require specific supplies.
MBTA ferry service might be delayed due to whale in Boston Harbor
MBTA Ferry service could be delayed because of whale traffic. A 2-year-old humpback whale is currently spending time in Boston Harbor. The whale was first spotted two weeks ago. Delays will happen on the Lynn, Hingham/Hull, and Winthrop/Quincy ferries, the MBTA said. Ferries must slow to 11.5 mph when near whales and must avoid being within 100 feet of them. For smaller boats, they must be at least 500 feet away from the whales. Experts say boaters should look for blows, spouts, or bubbles.
Carney Closure Means Loss Of Health Care “Cornerstone”
DPH Commissioner: “The Pain In That Room Was Truly Palpable”. STATE HOUSE, BOSTON, AUG. 14, 2024…..With Carney Hospital on the brink of shuttering, Department of Public Health Commissioner Dr. Robbie Goldstein described a Dorchester community forum on Steward Health Care’s planned closure as “sad” but offered no path forward for saving the facility.
Boston’s summer eats are FIRE
🎃 We told you to expect Dunkin’ news on pumpkin spice lattes this week … But it turns out we should have told you to expect Dunkin’ news on pumpkin spiked lattes, which conveniently just dropped. But if they’re anything like Dunkin’s other spiked drinks … we’ll have to pass.
BPD seeks public’s help in identifying alleged serial robber
The robberies occurred in Hyde Park, Mattapan, Jamaica Plain, and West Roxbury. Boston Police Department detectives are seeking public assistance in identifying an individual allegedly involved in four unarmed robberies that occurred in Hyde Park, Mattapan, Jamaica Plain, and West Roxbury between June 8 and Aug. 4. Since June, the...
Boston College Football: Running Back Preview 2024
Next up in our series of positional previews is the running back room. After last year’s resurgence that saw Boston College post a top-20 rushing attack in the nation, Bill O’Brien both retained Savon Huggins as the positional coach and also returns most of the top rushers from last year’s team. This RB room could be the deepest position on the roster.
Boston Omaha Corporation Just Took 2 Big Steps in the Right Direction
I haven't been thrilled with this unique holding company recently, but the latest developments are good news. Boston Omaha Corporation (BOC 4.08%) hasn't exactly made many investors happy in 2024. It pulled the plug on arguably the most exciting part of the business, one of its co-CEOs abruptly left the company, and to call executive compensation of the past few years excessive would be an understatement. However, as I explain in this short video, two big recent news items should make investors smile.
Boston Police Arrest Suspect in Early Morning Stabbing Incident in Downtown Crossing
Early this morning, a stabbing rocked the neighborhood of Downtown Crossing in Boston, with officers from District 1 responding to the intersection of Washington and Winter Streets around 8:13 AM. According to the Boston Police Department's report, they found an adult male victim with multiple stab wounds near 10 Winter Place. The victim was quickly transported to a local hospital with injuries initially deemed life-threatening.
Craig Breslow acknowledges 'pitching and defense' as concerns that could cost Red Sox down stretch
Appearing on The Greg Hill Show Thursday, Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow acknowledged that “pitching and defense” are concerns that could cost Boston down the stretch. Both were on display in Wednesday night’s loss.
Nine innings with the Red Sox, starting with the reality of the playoff pursuit
The Red Sox, as feisty as they are, most likely aren’t making the playoffs. Playing nine innings while starting to wonder if Triston Casas is as comfortable in Worcester as Manny Ramirez was once upon a time during a prolonged rehab assignment in Pawtucket …. 1. It’s OK to...
Pilots and Flight Attendants On Delta Air Jet to Paris Sickened After Strange Odor Fills Cockpit and Cabin of Airbus A330
Both the Captain and the First Officer on a Delta Air Lines flight from Boston to Paris, along with five flight attendants, had to be taken to the hospital after they were sickened when a strange odor started to fill the cockpit and cabin last week. Delta Air flight DL224...
Red Sox fans gave Jarren Duran a troubling reaction in his return from suspension
MLB and the Boston Red Sox went too easy on Jarren Duran, and the reaction to his return to the field on Wednesday proves it. Two days after using a homophobic slur responding to a fan heckle, the outfielder received a little extra support from the Fenway Park faithful. Jarren Duran received a louder than usual cheer when his name was introduced in the pregame lineups, and he gets another hand as he steps to the plate for the first time since being suspended.— Mac Cerullo (@MacCerullo) August 14, 2024 Duran has been open about his battle with mental health, so it's...
Hurricane Ernesto is Gaining Strength: How Will It Affect Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts?
Until recently, New England rarely had to worry about tropical storms and hurricanes. Over the last few years, we have seen that change, though. In September 2023, we had to deal with a pair of back-to-back storms. While those storms had lost much of their strength by the time they reached New England, they did hit us within days of each other. And after dealing with Debby last weekend, we are getting ready to deal with Ernesto this weekend.
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