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Sapling from Anne Frank's tree to be planted in Boston Common

Fri, 24 May 2013 19:51:24 GMT

A sapling from the tree that stood outside the secret annex where Anne Frank and her family hid during World War II will soon be planted in Boston Common.

Celebrate your holiday waiting on the MBTA

Fri, 24 May 2013 19:34:15 GMT

Memorial Day is significant in several ways. It is a time to honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to their country, but it's also the unofficial beginning of summer, and in New England it can be the first long weekend of the year with good weather.

Detours, parking restrictions planned for weekend races

Thu, 23 May 2013 21:42:08 GMT

Drivers can expect detours and parking restrictions across the city this weekend as thousands of runners take to the streets to finish the last mile of the Boston Marathon, and pay tribute to law enforcement officials killed in the line of duty.

Canadian letter-writer pledges support to Boston

Thu, 23 May 2013 20:20:42 GMT

A Canadian with a deep affection for Boston is hoping his words of encouragement can help bring not only solace but also financial support to people and families recovering from the Boston Marathon bombings.

Summer concerts return to BPL courtyard

Wed, 22 May 2013 16:23:20 GMT

Boston Public Librarys Concert in the Courtyard series will start again next month with a summer of free, lunchtime performances.

Boston to hold Memorial Day observances across city

Tue, 21 May 2013 17:30:23 GMT

Several Memorial Day observances and services are scheduled in the coming days at public parks and cemeteries throughout Boston.

Cambridge City Councilor; teachers, nurses unions endorse Dawson

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:49:22 GMT

Cambridge City Councilor Leland Cheung, the Massachusetts Teachers Association, and the Massachusetts Nurses Association endorsed Dawson in the special elections Democrat primary set for May 28.

Former state Rep. Marty Walz endorses Livingstone for her 8th Suffolk district seat

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:45:43 GMT

Former State Representatives Marta Marty Walz, who represented the district for seven years, and Paul Demakis endorsed Livingstone in the special elections Democrat primary set for May 28.

Same-sex marriage supporters celebrate 9th anniversary in Boston Public Garden

Sun, 19 May 2013 01:56:43 GMT

About three dozen supporters of same-sex marriage gathered in the Boston Public Garden recently to mark the ninth anniversary of its legalization in Massachusetts.

The MBTA: ruining weekends since 1897

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:33:18 GMT

The first portion of the subway line that would become the MBTA opened more than 115 years ago, and by the standards of that time, it's doing pretty well.

Menino outlines $1.8 billion, five-year plan for capital improvements across city

Fri, 17 May 2013 23:32:29 GMT

(Wendy Maeda/Globe Staff) Mayor Thomas M. Menino today at the proposed site of a handicapped friendly park near Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital in Charlestown. Jeremy C. Fox, Globe Correspondent Mayor Thomas M. Menino outlined a five-year capital plan today aimed at...

Menino outlines $1.8 billion, five-year plan for capital improvements across city

Fri, 17 May 2013 23:32:29 GMT

Back Bay school to host talk on healing after Marathon bombings

Thu, 16 May 2013 21:02:43 GMT

The Kingsley Montessori School in the Back Bay is hosting a discussion about healing after the Boston Marathon bombings.

Tattoo removal salon opening on Newbury Street

Thu, 16 May 2013 20:04:57 GMT

A new tattoo removal salon is now open on Newbury Street and will celebrate with a grand opening celebration this weekend.

MBTA to launch faster, more informative 'T-Alerts' system; old system to be discontinued

Thu, 16 May 2013 17:43:41 GMT

The MBTA says riders will soon be able to receive faster, more reliable, and more informative alerts, via text and e-mail, about sudden service delays and disruptions and planned changes.

Boston, Salem residents become semifinalists in national contest for wheelchair accessible van

Thu, 16 May 2013 17:30:37 GMT

Two disabled Massachusetts residents are one step closer to obtaining a wheelchair accessible van that would ease obstacles in transportation for them and their caretakers.

Two brothers injured in Marathon bombings come to finish line to greet family members

Thu, 16 May 2013 01:45:23 GMT

Two brothers who lost a leg and suffered other injuries in the Marathon bombings came to the finish line of the race in the Back Bay to greet family members who had walked the route of the race today.

YMCA offers free summer memberships for 13- to 17-year-olds

Wed, 15 May 2013 21:10:14 GMT

The YMCA of Greater Boston is encouraging teens to get active this summer, offering free memberships at all 13 branches around the city, it announced Wednesday.

Drug disposal kiosks installed at Boston Police stations

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:51:32 GMT

Unused or expired medication can be disposed of at newly-installed kiosks in each of the 11 district police stations in Boston, city health officials said in a recent announcement.

Singles Social Sports offers low-key way to meet someone new

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:01:24 GMT

How does a busy graduate student force herself to take time off to socialize -- and maybe even meet someone to date?

42 Boston residents graduate from MGH Institute of Health Professions

Wed, 15 May 2013 13:14:33 GMT

Forty-two residents from Back Bay, Bacon Hill, Charlestown, the Fenway, and the South End were among the 492 students who graduated from MGH Institute of Health Professions on Thursday, May 9.

Beacon Hill resident, former Miss Rhode Island running for city council

Wed, 15 May 2013 12:42:25 GMT

Julianna Strout said she hopes to run a grass roots campaign that will allow her meet and talk with residents across the diverse district.

Boston seeks public advice for plan to protect, develop parks throughout city

Tue, 14 May 2013 20:14:20 GMT

Boston officials are seeking suggestions from the public to help create a multi-year plan ffor protecting and developing parks and other open space throughout the city.

Boston teen wins Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Scholarship

Tue, 14 May 2013 18:45:19 GMT

A Boston teen has been awarded the 2013 Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts scholarship for her commitment to Girl Scouting and service.

Boston launching citywide ad campaign to bolster sustainability

Tue, 14 May 2013 15:29:40 GMT

Boston will debut a citywide advertising campaign this week that uses prominent landmarks and local athletes to encourage residents and businesses to adopt more environmentally sustainable habits, like driving less and recycling more. The effort intends to promote Mayor Thomas M. Meninos goal of dramatically reducing the citys greenhouse gas emissions over the coming decades.