Week in Review: Obama Visits, Lost Pug Found
The following were the top articles on South End Patch from June 10 to June 14, 2013: Obama Makes Surprise Appearance in South End The President of the United States stopped by Charlie’s Sandwich Shoppe for lunch on Wednesday afternoon. Missing South End Pug Found in Scituate Winston, the dog that went missing Tuesday in the South End, has been reunited with his owner. Famous Works from South End Artist Found in Storage, Now Up for Auction Works by Allan Rohan Crite, a celebrated artist from the South End, will be up for auction this weekend after they were found in a storage locker in Western Massachusetts. Mt. Washington Bank Robbed of $ 180 on Friday Boston Police are looking for a suspect who robbed a bank in the South End on Friday. South End’s McKinley Among Schools That Received Suspicious Letters Police have said there does not appear to be any credible physical threat in regards to the letters sent to Boston public schools across the city. SOUTH END PATCH: Facebook | Twitter | E-mail Updates South End Patch
Pet of the Week: Meow Meow the Calico Cat
Looking to adopt a pet? Now up for adoption at the Animal Rescue League of Boston is Meow Meow. If Meow Meow was named for her personality, her name would be Purr Purr! Meow Meow is an 8-year-old spayed female cat. She is a very friendly girl who just wants to hang out with you. She will greet you with a big meow and rub against you when you get home. She is “next-to” cat who will love to sit by you to watch TV at night. She is a mellow girl, but also has a playful side and likes furry mousie toys and her cardboard scratcher. This special lady is hyperthyroid, a conditions that is easily managed. Her thyroid condition requires that she get a small pill twice a day, and she is a very good girl for her medication. While Meow Meow has not lived with other animals, she did not even hiss when she saw her foster family’s other cats and dog, so she may do OK with another mellow pet. She would do best in a quiet home. Come meet Meow Meow today! For more information on Flipper or any of the other animals currently residing at the Animal Rescue League of Boston, call 617-226-5602. The Animal Rescue League of Boston is open Tuesday through Thursday 1- 7 p.m. and Friday through Sunday 1-4 p.m., excluding holidays. For more information, see their website, Twitter and Facebook page. SOUTH END PATCH: Facebook | Twitter | E-mail Updates South End Patch
Top 10 Companies Hiring This Week
Provided by AOLJobs.com By Mariya Pylayev A job search can get quite frustrating these days, with so many people competing for too few openings. To ease the burden, AOL Jobs tracked down the 10 top companies that are hiring this week. From sales jobs to finance positions, full-time to part-time, these employers have a plethora of openings they’re looking to fill. Good luck job hunting! 1. Petco Jobs: 10,983 openings. Petco isn’t just where the pets go; it’s also a place for many new hires. The pet supplies store continues to expand and is the perfect place for lovers of our furry, feathered and scaly friends. Employee Review: “I met some great people and work with even more amazing people. The management was fantastic. I was paid fairly and had reasonable hours. I also was able to work around my school schedule which helped me pay for tuition. Plus, who doesn’t like getting to play with puppies every Saturday?”* If you’re looking for a job in the South End, check out our jobs page. 2. Pizza Hut Jobs: 6,162 openings. Pizza Hut continues to expand, adding new locations nationwide. For those with a knack for customer-service-with-a-smile, these jobs could be for you. Work in the store, or behind the wheel as a delivery driver. Employee Review: “Decent hours, fun working environment, challenging (but not too much), rewarding, quick training (I was cross-trained, so I could fill any role necessary).”* 3. UnitedHealth Group Jobs: 4,467 openings. UnitedHealth Group currently provides health insurance services to more than 75 million people worldwide. Employee Review: “Good, steady work. Great learning opportunities. Very little favoritism, you get ahead based on your own work. Work at home opportunities help on commuting costs. Great work-life balance, ample vacation time.”* 4. Winn-Dixie Jobs: 4,005 openings. Winn-Dixie is a supermarket chain based in Jacksonville, Florida. Although it went through some rough times recently, the company looks to be back on its feet and has ramped up hiring. Employee Review: “Benefits 401k, life, vacation, weekly pay. Chance for promotions from within. Company paid parties on holidays. Management cares about employees safety.”* 5. Vector Marketing Jobs: 3,753 openings. Vector Marketing is the domestic sales arm of a knife-making company. People looking for sales jobs, but have little experience: this one’s for you! Employee Review: “The pay, flexibility, environment were all outstanding.”* 6. Firestone Complete Auto Care Jobs: 2,971 openings. Firestone Complete Auto Care is a car maintenance company with over 1,600 locations nationwide. Whether you’re mechanically inclined or would rather work on the retail side of things, they could have the job for you. Employee Review: “Higher than average compensation for retail, good camaraderie with co workers. Nice working for large company that you know will be there tomorrow. “* 7. Macy’s Jobs: 2,297 openings. […]
Week in Review: Drill at Biolab, South End Garden Tour
The following were the top articles on South End Patch from June 3 to June 7, 2013: Police: Fight on West Newton Leads to Drug Arrest Police responding to a fight in the South End arrested two men, one on drug charges and one for disturbing the peace. Police: Boston Schools Received Suspicious Letters Police said the letters contained “threatening and disturbing content,” but contained no dangerous substances. Tickets on Sale for South End Garden Tour This year’s tour will be held on June 15, 2013. Emergency Drill To Be Conducted at BU Biolab Officials from Boston University will be testing their emergency response safety and training programs on June 12 at the controversial Albany Street lab. New Public Art Unveiled at Animal Rescue League The new freestanding statue, “Dancing with Spheres,” was designed to instill a sense of kindness to animals, according to its artist. SOUTH END PATCH: Facebook | Twitter | E-mail Updates South End Patch
Find Yard Sales Near You in Boston This Week
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Obama to Stump For Markey Next Week
President Barack Obama will campaign in Boston next week for Democratic Congressman Edward Markey in the U.S. Senate special election race, according to an Associated Press report published by CBS Boston. The president recently issued his endorsement of Markey’s bid and First Lady Michelle Obama also appeared at a Boston fundraiser for Markey. The AP reports President Obama will attend a fundraiser for Markey in Copley Plaza next Wednesday, June 12. Markey will face Republican Cohasset businessman and former Navy SEAL Gabriel Gomez in the June 25 election to replace U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry in the Senate. SOUTH END PATCH: Facebook | Twitter | E-mail Updates South End Patch
Week in Review: New Puerto Rican Restaurant, Public Art Unveiled
The following are the top articles on South End Patch from May 27 to May 31, 2013: Police: Man Sold Heroin to Undercover Officers on Harrison Ave Boston Police arrested a JP man on drug possession and distribution charges. New Puerto Rican Restaurant Opens in South End Find out what’s on the menu at the South End’s newest Spanish restaurant. South End to Get New Public Art on Friday Local award-winning artist David Phillips, known for his public art at Boston Common, will unveil a new sculpture at the Animal Rescue League. What Sold in the South End: Union Park Condo for $ 920K Check out a few of the properties that sold this week in the Boston area. 10 Boston Hot Spots for Crime These 10 Boston areas, including one in the South End, have been identified for intense Boston Police enforcement, quality of life and services focus. SOUTH END PATCH: Facebook | Twitter | E-mail Updates South End Patch
Boston Pride Week Schedule for 2013
Wondering what’s happening in Boston for this year’s Pride Week? We’ve got the full schedule here: Friday, May 31 12 p.m. – Flag Raising, City Hall, Boston 8 p.m. – 10 p.m. Julie Goldman/Lady Centleman, Club Cafe (209 Columbus Ave.) Tickets: Click Here Saturday, June 1 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. – Pride Day @ Faneuil Hall, Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Boston 3-7 p.m. – LGBT Senior Pride Tea Dance Holiday Inn (1200 Beacon Street, Brookline) Tickets are $ 12, available at the door.Hosted by LGBT Senior Pride Coalition. Monday, June 3 6:30 p.m. – The Royal Pageant with Mimi Imfurst Machine (1254 Boylston St, Boston) Tuesday, June 4 10 p.m. – 2 a.m. – Pride @ Night – “Tease” Paradise Paradise (180 Mass. Ave., Cambridge) Wednesday, June 5 6-8 p.m. – Out In Sports: Moving Forward – A Panel Discussion on LGBT People in Sports Boston Public Library (700 Boylston St.) Boston Commonwealth Room 10 p.m. – 2 a.m. – Pride @ Night – Pride Weekend Opening Party Latino Gay Night Rumor (100 Warrenton St., Boston) Thursday, June 6 7:10 p.m. – Pride Night @ Fenway Park Fenway Park, Boston 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. – Pride Queeraoke MIDWAY Cafe (3496 Washington St., JP) Donation $ 10 – Benefit for Boston Pride 10 p.m. – 2 a.m. – Pride @ Night – Glamlife Thursday Estate Night Club (1 Boylston Place, Boston.) Speical Guests: Latrice Royale, Raven and Jujubee Friday, June 7 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. – Official Dyke March After- Party: Venus Rising Foundation Room, House of Blues, 15 Lansdowne St. Cost $ 10 – 21+ DJ Maryalice 10 p.m. – 2 a.m. – Pride @ Night Queer Pride Guilt Nightclub (75 Warrenton St., Boston) Saturday, June 8 12 p.m. – Boston Pride Parade Copley Square to City Hall Plaza, Boston 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. – Boston Pride Festival City Hall Plaza, Boston 2 p.m. – Esme Women’s Block Party1 Boylston Place, Boston 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. – Boston Pride Youth Dance City Hall Plaza, Boston 7 p.m. – 2 a.m. – Lush: Boston’s largest Women’s Pride PartyMachine Nightclub (1254 Boylston St., Boston) $ 20 – 21+ 10 p.m. – 2 a.m. – Pride @ Night House of Blues (15 Lansdowne St., Boston) Sunday, June 9 12 p.m. – 7 p.m. – Boston Pride Block Party: JP Edition Perkins St, Jamaica Plain 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. – Boston Pride Block Party: Back Bay Edition St James Ave, Boston 12 p.m – 8 p.m. – Pride @ Night – Queen […]