The deadline to sign-up for election nomination papers for Boston’s mayoral and city council elections has passed — with 24 possible candidates for mayor. To put that in perspective, there were…
Three Displaced by Morning Fire on Mass Ave
Three South End residents are displaced after a small fire broke out in a 2nd floor apartment on Massachusetts Ave. in the South End on Wednesday morning, according to the Boston Fire…
One Fund Boston Receives Tax-Exempt Nonprofit Status
One Fund Boston has gained official tax-exempt status from the Internal Revenue Service, meaning contributions are tax-deductible. IRS Spokesperson Peggy Riley confirmed to Patch that One Fund Boston was granted official…
Citizens Bank of Massachusetts v. Coleman (Lawyers Weekly No. 11-063-13)
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New Push For August Meals Tax Holiday
The Joint Committee on Revenue in the Massachusetts legislature held a hearing this week on the notion of a potential meals tax holiday for August and one supporting group liking its chances. …
Boston Marathon Bombings: One Month Later
It’s been exactly one month since two bombs exploded on Boylston Street as runners crossed the Boston Marathon finish line and bystanders ran for their lives. People were frantic…
Dos Santos, et al. v. Coleta, et al. (Lawyers Weekly No. 10-084-13)
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American Red Cross Launches New ‘Boston Strong’ Page
The American Red Cross launched a new website one month after the bombings dedicated to helping those affected by the bombings recovery fully. The Red Cross has been involved in the…
Things to Know in the South End Today, May 15: Yoga for Toddlers at Community Music Center
1. Weather: The National Weather Service is predicting an increasingly cloudy day, with a high near 67 degrees, and a 30 percent chance of showers. 2. Yoga for Kids: The Community Music Center…
Special Homecoming for Marathon Bombing Survivor
Wearing a white T-shirt with the words “Roseann Strong” in bright orange letters, Boston Marathon bombing survivor Roseann Sdoia made her way home Tuesday morning, after a grand send-off at Spaulding Rehabilitation…