Throughout May, Bostonians can find events all across the city in celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander, or AANHPI, Heritage Month. From the Panda Fest to movie screenings at the Boston Public Library, there’s something for everyone. For Boston’s...
With more than 30,000 runners, 500,000 spectators and 9,000 volunteers over the course of 26.2 miles, the 129th Boston Marathon represented the heart and persevering spirit of the city. Clear sunny skies, light winds and boisterous cheers boosted runners to cross the iconic finish...
Yellow blooms of daffodils can be spotted across the city during marathon weekend in Boston: in the soil leading to the Back Bay Fens, in a pot on someone's front porch or planted along the Boston Marathon route, accompanied by stickers that read “Boston Strong Marathon Daffodils.”
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The Boston Marathon is a beloved part of Boston history, holding the title of the world’s oldest annual marathon since its inception in 1897. From only 18 local entrants in its first year, the marathon has grown to nearly 32,000 entrants in the 2025 race — and almost half...
More than 400 individuals, including more than 300 Massachusetts healthcare workers, have signed an open letter dated April 16 urging hospitals and healthcare institutions to implement greater protections for vulnerable patients amid the Trump administration’s crackdown on...
With enchanting elements, gripping music, heartbreaking falls and glistening gold, the Ice Skating Union World Figure Skating Championship took over Boston’s TD Garden March 25 to March 30. Hosting an array of events — including men’s singles, women’s singles, pairs and...
More than 50,000 people attended the Boston “Hands Off” rally April 5, joining thousands of other Americans across the nation in an organized mass protest against the Trump administration. A sea of colorful signs, flags and costumes flooded Boston Common, with protesters...
Upon entering Liz’s Hair Care, customers are greeted with a warm smile from whoever is sitting behind the front desk.
Liz’s Hair Care has been a part of the Mission Hill community for over 20 years, encouraging all customers to learn about caring for their hair.
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Over 50,000 people gathered in Boston Common April 5 for a “Hands Off Massachusetts” rally and march protesting the policies of President Donald Trump, tech billionaire Elon Musk and their political allies, according to 50501 Press Representative Rebecca Winter.
The Boston...
Sixteen years ago, March 31, Rachel Crandall Crocker, executive director of the nonprofit Transgender Michigan, organized the first Transgender Day of Visibility. This week, for the first time, the City of Boston officially recognized the holiday. In a March 19 meeting, Boston...
Every day at 10 a.m., Clarrissa Cropper or her husband, Leonard Egerton, open the doors to Frugal Bookstore — a family business in the heart of Roxbury and Boston’s only Black-owned bookstore. In 2024, Frugal Bookstore was named one of the City of Boston’s “Legacy Businesses”...
TD Garden exploded into cheers as skates scraped against the ice rink. Music blared from the speakers, stuffed animals littered the arena and sharp gasps echoed whenever an athlete fell. This was only a fraction of the scene at the Ice Skating Union, or ISU, 2025 Figure Skating...
