One of the most significant religious holidays of the year for Jews and Christians alike occurs this week with the observances of Passover and Easter. Jews celebrate Passover as a commemoration of their liberation by God from slavery in ancient…
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Opinion
Shake the Tree helps RUFF A private shopping event was held (3/19/18) by Shake the Tree, 67 Salem Street, to benefit RUFF, was a nice community gesture. The special event featured shopping with 20% off the profits going to RUFF.…
You Better Not Cross a Boston Woman… Or Else
Growing up in Boston, I was surrounded by women of courage, strength, fists they weren’t afraid to use, and many times a lot of dirty words shouted out over coffee or cigarettes. These were the women of Boston proper, and…
Let’s Not Even Think about Spring
Spring has sprung, The grass is riz. I wonder where, The flowers is? Springtime in eastern New England — now that’s an oxymoron if ever there was one. This Tuesday, March 20, will mark the official start of the 2018…
Opinion
Little League sponsors come through, again Once again, the usual sponsors, have come through for the 2018 North End Athletic Association NEAA Major League (Little League) program. It’s always nice to know that these community minded organizations and businesses can…
Proposed HHS Rule Would Save Seniors Money
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services just proposed a rule that could dramatically lower seniors’ out-of-pocket drug spending. Lobbyists for the nation’s largest “pharmacy benefits managers†are sure to fight the proposal tooth and nail. These PBMs, which…
Commenting on Trump’s Call to Arm Teachers
Boston Public Schools (BPS) Superintendent Tommy Chang issued the following statement in response to comments made by President Trump, who spoke publicly about arming teachers with firearms as a way to avert school shootings. “The mere thought that teachers should…
Dan Conley Will Be Missed
The surprise announcement by Suffolk County District Attorney Dan Conley that he will not be seeking re-election in the fall came as a shock to his constituents in Suffolk County. For the past 16 years, Dan Conley has held what…
Opinion
City’s Children’s Winter Festival couldn’t be better School vacation’s Children’s Winter Festival, presented by the Boston Parks Department in conjunction with several partners, was a well-coordinated community activity that was totally enjoyed by hundreds of families throughout Boston. The Festival…
Opinion
Councilor Edwards committed to neighborhood District 1 Boston City Councilor Lydia Edwards has publicly committed her interest in the well-being of the North End/Waterfront community. She has expressed her willingness to work with residents, the business community and local organizations…