Logan Airport will close one of its main runways for 75 days this fall, Time Out Boston reports. The shutdown is expected to ripple through flight schedules at the region's busiest airport as fall and holiday travel ramp up, though the report did not specify exact start and end dates. E…
Former Red Sox All-Star reliever Matt Barnes announced his retirement from Major League Baseball on Aug. 10, according to a New York Post report headlined "Matt Barnes, former Red Sox All-Star, retires: 'More than I ever could have imagined.'" Barnes built his career largely out of Bost…
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 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…
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 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…
The Boston Red Sox reportedly acquired catcher Adley Rutschman and are moving on from prospect Marcelo Mayer, outlets said Monday. Gov. Maura Healey unveiled a new push to lower health insurance premiums and prescription drug costs, a story NBC Boston covered under the headline "Gov. He…
The Red Sox released 12-year veteran reliever Tommy Kahnle during their series against the Dodgers, the day's most notable local storyline. Per Heavy.com, the move ends Kahnle's tenure with the club just as the front office, according to LarryBrownSports.com, weighs whether to trade out…
Boston Mayor Wu addressed growing public safety concerns Saturday amid a reported uptick in citywide violence. WCVB reported the mayor's response to residents' worries in "Mayor Wu addresses public safety concerns in Boston amid uptick in violence," though the station's excerpt did not …
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