Eight Boston, Massachusetts obituary notices were published this week, all sourced from Echovita: Bostwick, Francine Susan; Delano, Robert; Korchmar, Inessa; Madden, Catherine T.; Martin, Lee; Nolan, Carol Lane; Raffa, Joel; and Rosenberg, Merrill Alan. Ages ranged from 74 to 94, and de…
Chinatown's August Moon Festival drew lion dancers and crowds for its 56th year over the weekend. Boston Globe and Boston Herald coverage on Sunday, August 9, spotlighted performers including dancer Rasheed Watson and the On Leung Lion Dancers filling Chinatown's streets with music and …
The Boston Red Sox saw their run at a second double-digit win streak end in a 7-3 loss to the Athletics on Saturday, August 8, at Fenway Park, NBC Boston reports. Rookie pitcher Payton Tolle drew comparisons to elite arms after a historic start against Oakland the night before, per Yaho…
Boston's Public Improvement Commission clears MBTA elevator project and advances 192-unit senior housing streets in a packed Aug. 6 hearing.
Boston is nearing heat wave status this week as highs climb toward 89 degrees, NBC Boston reports. The heat index is expected to feel closer to 100 degrees in some spots, adding to concerns for residents without air conditioning. In sports news, Red Sox first baseman Tristan Casas under…
Boston City Council rejects police residency waiver, 9-3, but backs paid details for retired officers. Councilor Edward M.
Immigration enforcement loomed large over Boston as ICE weighed expanding its presence and the City Council stood with TPS holders. The Boston City Council, with At-Large Councilor Julia Mejia among the signatories, issued a statement backing Temporary Protected Status holders this week…
Boston council reviews fund change aimed at cooling overheated schools.
Boston council panel questions BPDA board nominee, sets up confirmation vote for next week.
Boston golfer Matthew Naumec earned medalist honors at a USGA qualifying event, headlining a light news day for the city. Naumec shot a 6-under 66 with a clutch two-putt birdie on the 18th hole at Renaissance Golf Club, according to MassGolf. Elsewhere, "Durbin hits grand slam and Abreu…