Boston/Region Articles
Proposition 8 protest hits Copley Square
Lily Yuhas
Protesters marched on Copley Square Tuesday night to show their dissatisfaction with the California Supreme Court's ruling on gay marriage, which would not allow same-sex marriage in the state.
Protesters marched on Copley Square Tuesday night to show their dissatisfaction with the California Supreme Court's ruling on gay marriage, which would not allow same-sex marriage in the state.
Hot dog safari draws thousands to cystic fibroris charity at Suffolk Downs
Alexis Hauk
The 20th annual Hot Dog Safari festival attracted more than 11,000 people and featured colorful local characters while it raised money for cystic fibrosis.
The 20th annual Hot Dog Safari festival attracted more than 11,000 people and featured colorful local characters while it raised money for cystic fibrosis.
Chanel couture for cancer's cure
Alexandra DelHoyo
Boston's best-dressed philanthropists gathered at the Boston Park Plaza Hotel for a fashion filled night at the second annual "Consignment for a Cure." Proceeds benefited the twoAM Fund at Dana-Faber Breast and Ovarian Cancer Research.
Boston's best-dressed philanthropists gathered at the Boston Park Plaza Hotel for a fashion filled night at the second annual "Consignment for a Cure." Proceeds benefited the twoAM Fund at Dana-Faber Breast and Ovarian Cancer Research.
Pub Crawl raises money for breast cancer research
Andi Rothwell
A breast cancer pub crawl in downtown Boston attracted more than 130 people, who enjoyed free food, discounted drinks and supported the Susan G. Koman For the Cure Foundation.
A breast cancer pub crawl in downtown Boston attracted more than 130 people, who enjoyed free food, discounted drinks and supported the Susan G. Koman For the Cure Foundation.
Proud Young Democrats kick off Pride Week
Alexandra DelHoyo
The Young Democrats of Massachusetts celebrated Tuesday at Mantra Nightclub to kick off Gay Pride Week and discuss the recent legislation passed in New Hampshire.
The Young Democrats of Massachusetts celebrated Tuesday at Mantra Nightclub to kick off Gay Pride Week and discuss the recent legislation passed in New Hampshire.
Boston architects discuss role in sustainability
Joanna Arpie
In the latest installment of the lecture series run by the Boston Society of Architects at the Boston Public Library, John Batchelor, president of the BSA, spoke about the importance of integrating science and design as a means to maximize energy efficiency in the field of architecture.
In the latest installment of the lecture series run by the Boston Society of Architects at the Boston Public Library, John Batchelor, president of the BSA, spoke about the importance of integrating science and design as a means to maximize energy efficiency in the field of architecture.
African Meeting House: a beacon of black history in Boston
Michael Del Rosso
While America recognizes black history for the month of February, the Museum of African American History on Beacon Hill honors year round.
While America recognizes black history for the month of February, the Museum of African American History on Beacon Hill honors year round.
Restaurants go green and not just with salads
Alexandra DelHoyo
Restaurants are using resources that come at a cost to the environment. In Boston, some owners are developing an ecological conscience.
Restaurants are using resources that come at a cost to the environment. In Boston, some owners are developing an ecological conscience.
Revere Beach gets a facelift for World Ocean's Day
Misty Hamel
The New England Aquarium sponsored Beach cleanups throughout the greater Boston area as part of World Oceans Day celebrations. At the Revere Beach site 30 volunteers showed up to help comb the beach and walkways for trash.
Thousands show up for Earthfest
Misty Hamel
Boston's biggest free concert, EarthFest, turned out to be a beautiful day with an estimated 100,000 people in attendance. People came for the food, fun, freebies, free hugs and mostly the music.
Boston's biggest free concert, EarthFest, turned out to be a beautiful day with an estimated 100,000 people in attendance. People came for the food, fun, freebies, free hugs and mostly the music.
Sand sculptures turn Hampton Beach into an outdoor museum
Jon Nicosia
Hampton Beach hosts its 9th annual Master Sand Sculptor Competition June 13-28. The event will award $15,000 in cash prizes.
More vacationers go camping due to economy
Jon Nicosia
Many vacationers this year are choosing to go camping over a far destination due to economic woes. Above: Cape Cod Resort tent sites. Photo:John McCarthy
Many vacationers this year are choosing to go camping over a far destination due to economic woes. Above: Cape Cod Resort tent sites. Photo:John McCarthy
National Donut Day helps fill the hole in consumers' pocket
Jon Nicosia
National Donut Day brought smiles to many customers receiving free donuts from various donut chains.
National Donut Day brought smiles to many customers receiving free donuts from various donut chains.
Union workers protest for their rights
Lily Yuhas
A group of 20 union workers, and an inflatable rat, gathered outside 2 Oliver St. to protest the hiring policies of several companies inside the building.
A group of 20 union workers, and an inflatable rat, gathered outside 2 Oliver St. to protest the hiring policies of several companies inside the building.
Breaks put on the Green Line safety system
Jon Nicosia
The MBTA has halted efforts to install a new automated safety system for its Green Line because of financial concerns. Riders are concerned.
Boston-area farmers markets thrive
Katy Jordan
While small, family farms shutter nation-wide, Massachusetts farms, and the markets where they routinely sell their freshly-picked produce, are bucking the national slump and becoming more successful. Above, Dave Gilson of the Herb Lyceum. Photo by Katy Jordan.
While small, family farms shutter nation-wide, Massachusetts farms, and the markets where they routinely sell their freshly-picked produce, are bucking the national slump and becoming more successful. Above, Dave Gilson of the Herb Lyceum. Photo by Katy Jordan.
Chinese elderly are jumping into the digital world
Ratin Yu
Elderly Chinatown residents will be entering the digital age this May thanks to a gift from the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in Newton.
Elderly Chinatown residents will be entering the digital age this May thanks to a gift from the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in Newton.
Beacon Hill residents take to new recycling plan
Erica J.Marcus
Beacon Hill residents are recycling more and the neighborhood's streets are cleaner since a new recycling program began last summer, city officials say.
Beacon Hill residents are recycling more and the neighborhood's streets are cleaner since a new recycling program began last summer, city officials say.
Prostate cancer awareness a common goal on Father's Day
Jon Nicosia
The 9th annual Boston Prostate Cancer walk took place on Father's Day. Several hundred people gathered to walk for cancer awareness.
Massachusetts holds out a hand to immigrant workers
Felicitas Baruch
Private and public sectors in Massachusetts join efforts to integrate immigrant workers into the community by offering free English classes.
Private and public sectors in Massachusetts join efforts to integrate immigrant workers into the community by offering free English classes.