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‘The Queen of Versailles' musical in Boston abruptly cancels performance
The Broadway-bound musical "The Queen of Versailles," currently charming audiences in Boston, abruptly canceled a performance Tuesday night. "Due to unforeseen circumstances, tonight's performance of The Queen of Versailles (Tues., Aug. 20 at 7:30pm) has been cancelled," the Emerson Colonial Theatre wrote on its Facebook page. The company didn't specify...
Early fall vibes are here, but expect summer heat to make a return
Our weather has seemingly made a turn to autumn, but don't get too excited Pumpkin Spice Latte fans. Summer returns in a couple of days. In the meantime, it is a nice time to give the AC a break and open the windows up. Though, if you suffer from fall allergens, then you may be better off with the AC on standby during the day.
Suspect Apprehended in New Hampshire for July Roxbury Shooting Incident
Following a shooting incident in Boston's Roxbury neighborhood in July, a suspect has now been apprehended in connection with the event. Dekara Anderson, 49, was arrested in Nashua, New Hampshire, and is facing multiple charges related to the armed assault. As reported by Boston Police Department's official news site, Anderson's charges include Armed Assault to Murder a Victim Sixty Years of Older, Assault and Battery with a Firearm, and several other firearms-related offenses.
Update on Jeff Bezos' interest in acquiring Celtics
The basketball world was sent into a tailspin this week when The Ringer's Bill Simmons reported that Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, was interested in acquiring the Boston Celtics. The report led many to wonder what it would mean for the world's second-richest man to own the NBA's winningest franchise, and how the potential move could impact the longstanding culture of the Celtics.Those questions can be put to rest if Nick Wingfield of The Information is to be believed. On Tuesday, Wingfield reported that Bezos "has no plans to bid" on the Celtics, per a source close to the billionaire. "Since...
Defense attorneys for Boston Marathon bomber seek recusal of judge overseeing case
BOSTON — Attorneys for Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev are seeking to remove the judge overseeing the protracted legal battle over Tsarnaev's death sentence. Tsarnaev's lawyers said during a hearing in federal court in Boston on Wednesday that U.S. District Court Judge George O’Toole should be recused from the case, pointing to what they said were comments O'Toole made about the case on podcasts and at public events during the appeals process.
Aliyah Boston Left Stunned By Crowd During Historic WNBA Night
The Connecticut Sun and the Los Angeles Sparks made history on Tuesday, as they saw action in the first WNBA game ever at TD Garden – the house of the NBA’s Boston Celtics and the NHL’s Boston Bruins. According to Alexa Philippou of ESPN, the venue sold out all tickets, with a total of 19,125 ...
Wednesday's Child: 13-year-old Tristan
MARE - Tristan is a healthy young boy looking to find his forever family. He is active and enjoys playing basketball and baseball. He also takes karate. Tristan will soon be taking swimming lessons too. He also enjoys playing video games and being outside. He especially loves to go camping, fishing, and hiking. Tristan's social worker describes him as being very helpful, smart and friendly. Currently, he is on the honor roll at school, and he gets along well with his peers.For more information you can contact MARE: 617-964-MARE (6273) or visit www.mareinc.org.Since its inception in 1981, Wednesday's Child has been a collaboration of the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE), the Department of Children & Families and WBZ-TV/CBS Boston. Hosted by Jack Williams for 34 years, this weekly series has given a face and voice to the children who wait the longest for families. Wednesday's Child has helped find homes for hundreds of waiting children and continues to raise awareness about adoption from foster care.
To Do Today: Boston Landmarks Orchestra at the Hatch Shell
The Boston Landmarks Orchestra ends the 2024 season with a performance of Sheherazade & Borodin: Arabian Nights. Crystal Yormick (COM’26) A performance of Sheherazade & Borodin: Arabian Nights, a program of Middle Eastern music centered around a popular folktale, performed by the Boston Landmarks Orchestra. When?. Wednesday, August 21,...
Berklee Announces 2024 Fall Signature Series Lineup
Berklee has announced its fall 2024 Signature Series lineup, with performances from a global collective of students, faculty, and alumni, as well as special guest artists, including Gaia Wilmer, Jaques Morelenbaum, Becca Stevens, Tamada, and Warren Wolf. Beginning September 18 and running through December 6, the slate of concerts spans a diverse range of musical traditions from around the world, including from Brazil and the Republic of Georgia, as well as the Black roots of country music, and will also honor the legacies of jazz titan Duke Ellington and pop icon Mariah Carey.
Men’s Soccer Preview: What to Expect for the Eagles in 2024
Two goals in the final eleven minutes of the first round of the 2023 ACC Championship put Boston College men’s soccer in a unique position. For the first time all game, they were within reach of then-No.8 ranked Duke. Despite an impressive comeback, however, the game ended with a...
Greater Boston was apparently inundated with swarms of flying ants on Monday
Reports from across the city flooded social media of the bizarre sightings. Residents of Boston were caught in a mating frenzy of flying ants on Monday night. On social media, people posted accounts of cars covered in bugs, getting caught in their hair, going up their noses, and getting caught in their dogs’ fur.
New Edition is getting a Roxbury mural and city celebration
"Being from the city of champions is an honor and we are truly appreciative of the foundation that was laid for us in Boston,” said band member Ronnie DeVoe. The city of Boston will honor R&B band New Edition with a weekend of events culminating in a concert on City Hall Plaza on Sept. 7, the Mayor’s office announced in a statement on Tuesday.
Everything you need to know about Northeastern convocation ceremonies in Boston, London and Oakland
Northeastern is expecting up to 5,000 students to attend in Boston, 1,209 in London and 900 students in Oakland. In addition, the audience will include 1,624 N.U.in students. Northeastern University is treating new undergraduate students and undergraduate transfer students to the full, thrilling convocation experience on its Boston, London and Oakland campuses on Tuesday, Sept. 3.
Man suspected in 1989 Framingham rapes held on $2 million bail in Los Angeles
The man accused of raping two female workers at a Framingham store in 1989 was held on two million dollars bail in California on Tuesday, according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s office.
Key Red Sox rookie reliever will start rehab stint, could be back next week
HOUSTON — The Red Sox are in dire need of bullpen reinforcements after a brutal start to the second half of the season from their relief corps. Soon, they’ll get one in the form of the return of a talented rookie. Right-hander Justin Slaten, who has been sidelined...
Mass. diner sells 3rd scratch ticket worth $1 million in 2024
NANTUCKET - The Old South Diner in Nantucket is on a lucky streak. For the third time this year, the convenience store and restaurant has sold a Massachusetts Lottery scratch ticket worth more than $1 million.The latest winner is chef Sean Durnin, who lives on the island. He scratched a $1 million winner on the "$10,000,000 Bonanza" game, which retails for $20. Chef wins $1 million on NantucketAccording to the Lottery, Durnin was delivering food on Nantucket when he noticed a car seat had gone missing from the back of his truck. He retraced his route and decided to stop at...
MA Residents: Expect A Cooler Than Usual 2024 Fall Season
What will fall weather look like in New England? Statistics show there will be a crisp and unsettled atmosphere as I can safely say I'll take this type of weather forecast at any time, being this past summer made our Commonwealth feel like a facsimile of days in Florida. To paraphrase: "NO THANK YOU!"
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