The Boston Globe There is increasing interest in substance-free living at Boston-area colleges in recent years, including at Tufts University. Tufts student Nick Dahlen (middle) and fellow students attended a dedication reception in the new substance-free housing at Simpson House, where he is staying. Jonathan Wiggs/Globe Staff By Hilary Burns, The Boston Globe updated on … [Read more…]
Kim Ng reportedly has declined an interview with Red Sox
Red Sox Miami’s former GM will not become Boston’s new head of baseball operations. Former Miami Marlins general manager Kim Ng was tied to the Red Sox’ top baseball officer role, but she has reportedly denied an interview. Lynne Sladky/AP Photo, File Another notable name in the race to lead the Red Sox has removed … [Read more…]
Yelp says one of the country’s 100 best taco spots is right here in New England
New England Travel You’ll find it in Rhode Island. Rhode Island is dishing up some of the best tacos in America, according to Yelp users. Yelp recently released a list of the top 100 U.S. taco spots in 2023, and Casa Azul Taqueria in Providence, R.I., ranked No. 94. It was the only New England … [Read more…]
Your perfect fall weekend on the North Shore
New England Travel From apple picking to spooky tours to leaf peeping. A pair of children plow through the maze at Connors Farm in Danvers. John Tlumacki/Globe Staff ‘Tis the season for fall fun, and the North Shore is bursting with autumnal activities for all ages. From apple picking to spooky tours to leaf peeping, … [Read more…]
Your perfect fall weekend on the South Shore
New England Travel From colorful fall hikes to pumpkin patches to historic lighthouses. A family walks through a pumpkin patch with a wagon. Pat Greenhouse/Globe Staff Those looking for weekend fun this fall season have plenty of options on the South Shore, from colorful fall hikes to pumpkin patches to historic lighthouses. Ahead, get ideas … [Read more…]
The Patriots have struggled in recent years against the Bills, and there’s no reason to believe that will change on Sunday
Patriots With 20 players on the injury report as of Thursday, the Patriots are neither healthy nor good as they try to end a three-game losing streak in which they’ve been outscored, 93-20. Stefon Diggs is one of the many reasons why the Bills have dominated the Patriots over the last few seasons. Barry Chin/Globe … [Read more…]
Ex-Red Sox OF Gabe Kapler reportedly interviewed to be team’s next head of baseball ops
Red Sox Kapler, who has managed the Phillies and Giants, is reportedly the second former Red Sox player to interview for the role. Gabe Kapler managed the Giants for the last four seasons. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu) Another former Red Sox player has entered the mix to possibly become the team’s baseball operations chief. Former Red … [Read more…]
Eng: MBTA knew years ago that Green Line Extension was too narrow
Local News Half of the Union Square GLX branch and 80% of the Medford branch needs to be fixed, MBTA General Manager Phil Eng said Thursday. MBTA General Manager Phillip Eng spoke to reporters during a press conference where he offered an explanation of what went wrong with the Green Line Extension. Jessica Rinaldi/Boston Globe … [Read more…]
Black Mountain will open this winter after all
Skiing In a reversal, the New Hampshire ski mountain will announce an opening date soon. Black Mountain in Jackson, N.H. Black Mountain A longtime New Hampshire ski mountain will open this winter after all, reversing its decision to close, which was announced last week on social media. Black Mountain, in operation since 1935 and owned … [Read more…]
Celtics, 98.5 The Sports Hub agree to multi-year radio broadcast extension
Celtics The length of the extension is unknown, but the previous extension was agreed upon in September 2018, five years ago. “Toucher and Rich”, the morning program for 98.5 The Sports Hub, had a 25.6 share in the most recent ratings book. The Celtics are staying in a familiar spot on the radio, with familiar … [Read more…]