Charlestown Boys and Girls Club’s Learn & Earn Program visit the State House
American Idol sensation John Foster will perform at Kowloon Aug. 15
The phrase, “The Next One,” comes from the National Hockey League to describe the exceptional rising stars hoping to match the incredible achievements of Wayne Gretzky, known as “The Great One.” In the music industry, we have found “The Next…
Bread of Life’s annual 5K Walk Fundraiser is set September 26
Bread of Life’s Annual 5K Walk Fundraiser is Saturday, September 26 at Bread of Life, Malden. Start time 12PM. This year’s Walk is in Honor of Mea Mustone. From her first time laughing alongside Tom Feagley, Bread of Life’s beloved…
LEXICON demonstrates how artists, makers, and researchers are shaping Boston's future economy
The Center for Bits and Atoms (CBA) at MIT, in collaboration with the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture, and the Boston Public Library, announced today a new installation by designer and engineer Alfonso Parra Rubio with Erik Strand, both…
Commissioner rejects proposed rate increase from Fallon Community Health Plan, re-negotiated seven proposals to save $72 million for 670,000 residents
Governor Maura Healey announced that the Division of Insurance has negotiated down proposed rate increases from seven health insurers, saving Massachusetts residents and businesses a projected $72 million in health care premiums for 2027. The Division of Insurance re-negotiated lower…
More than an itch: Treating and preventing summer insect bites and health risks
Between backyard barbecues, beach vacations, and hiking trails, warmer weather encourages us to spend more time outdoors. But alongside all the summer fun in the sun comes the often-overlooked health risk of insect bites and stings. Many people consider insect…
‘Fatal Firefighter Injuries in the U.S.’ report shows 83 on-duty deaths in 2025
The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) released its “Fatal Firefighter Injuries in the U.S. in 2025” report, which showed that a total of 83 U.S. firefighters died while on-duty, or as a result of heart attacks, strokes, or medical conditions…
Healey urges Congress to pass legislation extending Temporary Protected Status for Haitians
On Monday, Governor Maura Healey urged the U.S. Senate to pass legislation extending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians, which has already been passed by the House of Representatives. Local congressional and business leaders voiced support for the passage of…
Healey-Driscoll Administration expands firefighter survival training with new mobile SCBA maze
The Massachusetts Department of Fire Services (DFS) announced the expansion of firefighter survival training at the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy (MFA) with the addition of a new mobile self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) training maze. The new training system will increase access…
We love affogatos
We’ve always been surprised that dining spots that serve espresso drinks and ice cream don’t have affogatos on their dessert or after-dinner drink menus. We hope that as these traditional Italian drinks gain traction on social media, the hospitality industry…
Cambridge Breast Center earns national recognition for patient care
Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA), a community health system serving Cambridge, Somerville, and Boston’s metro-north communities, has received a three-year reaccreditation from the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), a program of the American College of Surgeons. Programs accredited by…
Letter to the Editor 7-31-26
Who is responsible for the landscaping To the Editor: I was very pleased when the North Washington Street (now Bill Russell) Bridge reopened after much anticipation, many delays and years of inconvenience. One of the special aspects of the new…