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Will the South End Get Snow From this Storm?
Boston’s in for some wet weather Wednesday through Friday. This is a slow moving storm, which means a the light precipitation you see will eventually add up. For Boston, however, the local weather teams aren’t predicting very much snow. Instead, expect a lot of rain and maybe some heavy slushy snow in spots. While […]
Developers Win Air Parcel Rights to Build 32-Story Tower
Samuels & Associations and Weiner Ventures won the rights to build a 32-story hotel, apartment and retail complex near the Hynes Convention Center stop in the Back Bay. The state Department of Transportation announced Monday that it awarded the air rights parcels above and along Interstate 90 at the intersection of Boylston […]
Is Driving Really That Bad in Boston?
Bostonians have a (deserved?) reputation as terrible drivers, but a financial website says the city’s driving is awful even without the missing turn signals and tailgaters. Financial site NerdWallet said Boston is the fifth worst driving city in America based on the price of gas, amount of traffic and population density. Boston’s ranked worse […]
Who’s the Frontrunner in GOP Senate Primary?
The window for the three combatants for the Republican nomination in the U.S. Senate special election to make a name for themselves is a small one, with the April 30 primary just seven weeks away. Observers don’t believe there is a clear frontrunner at this point among the field of State Rep. Dan […]
Things to Know in the South End Today, March 6: Got Seasonal Allergies?
1. Seasonal Allergies Workshop: The spring sneezing season is right around the corner. Pathways to Wellness is hosting “Seasonal Allergies and Acupuncture,” a free workshop that will explore how acupuncture can help you find relief from the annoying symptoms associated with allergies. The workshop begins at 6:30 p.m. at Pathways to Wellness, 1601 Washington Street, 3rd Floor. […]
When Do We Change the Clocks for Daylight Saving 2013?
You know the old saying “Fall back, spring forward.” Well, it’s almost time to spring forward. We received a reader question asking us on the date Daylight Saving begins this year. Well, you ask, Patch answers. This year we move the clocks overnight on Sunday, March 10. Don’t forget to […]
How to Protect Your Electronics on the T
According to MBTA Transit Police iPhones are the most widely thieved item on the T. Police also offered tips on how to keep your stuff safe while riding public transportation (from the blog post): If possible, avoid using your phone while on the MBTA except in cases of emergency/reporting via SeeSay […]
Things to Know in the South End Today, March 5: Calling All Foodies
1. Taste of the South End: Expect to see South End favorites like Myers & Chang, Hamersly’s Bistro, Tremont 647,Aquitaine, B&G Oysters and other neighborhood favorites at the annual Taste of the South End at Cyclorama at the Boston Center for the Arts. 2. Street Sweeping Starting: It’s time to sign up for No Tow alerts again, because street sweeping has begun in the […]
Boston Man Charged with Selling Heroin in the South End
Boston Police officers worked on an ongoing investigation on Friday, March 1. Between January 9 and January 22, a cooperating witness who worked with SIU/ATF Task Force officers made four purchases of heroin. The cooperating witness bought 6.8 grams of heroin from the suspect on January 9, 4.1 grams on January 11, 3.5 grams […]