Newton has a strong mayor system of government, so Mayor Ruthanne Fuller directs the city’s budget, including how much the school district gets. Continue reading →
The invitation of a Palestinian academic who said the Oct. 7 attack was “a normal human struggle” for freedom has drawn condemnations. But some Harvard professors say that controversial, even repugnant, views must be openly discussed and interrogated at a university. Continue reading →
For Democrats, the special election presents an opportunity to not only take a key congressional seat, but to run offensively on an issue that has increasingly been a weak spot politically. Continue reading →
Boston-based firms that build biomanufacturing space see big opportunity in Raleigh-Durham — posing a threat that a key pillar of our region’s economy could grow faster elsewhere. Continue reading →
WATCH: Political reporter James Pindell explains the message from voters after Biden wins SC, a rare moment in Congress and the Taylor Swift conspiracy theory. Watch →
WATCH: Court docs say Karen Read sent confidential information to the blogger 'Turtleboy.' Reporter Travis Andersen explains the scheme and its implications. Watch →
The bipartisan compromise, which faces an uncertain future in Congress, contains several provisions that could help the state deal with a surge of migrants. Continue reading →
A new state law allows developers to bypass certain local zoning rules if their projects include enough “workforce housing.” Local officials around the state, stripped of their power to say no, don’t like it. Continue reading →
In parts of northern and central Gaza, meanwhile, Hamas has begun to re-emerge in some of the most devastated areas after Israeli forces pulled back, an indication that Israel’s central goal of crushing the group remains elusive. Continue reading →
City authorities had argued that big SUVs and other large cars emit more greenhouse gases than average cars and are more dangerous for pedestrians because of their bulkiness. Continue reading →
The palace didn’t disclose what form of cancer the king has, but said it’s not related to his recent treatment for a benign prostate condition. Continue reading →
Teachers unions and school committees in other districts should take a hard look at whether this kind of protracted battle is good for anyone. Continue reading →
"Our high expectations [of teachers] are all too handy an excuse for their low compensation," writes one reader. Another writes, "This was first and foremost an attempt to show that the NTA was ... capable of bringing the city to its knees." Continue reading →
The School Committee and the Newton Teachers Association reached a tentative contract agreement that ended the two-week illegal work stoppage that began Jan. 19 and allowed to the return of students to school on Monday. Continue reading →
Winter brings an opportunity for unlimited solitude and a real appreciation for the beauty of Cape Cod. “It’s paradise. There’s nobody around,” said a visitor. Continue reading →
Dartmouth College announced Monday it will reinstate the requirement that applicants submit SAT or ACT scores beginning next year, making it the first Ivy League school to do so and renewing the debate over the role of standardized test scores in college admissions. Continue reading →
Macklin Celebrini's two goals outdid Gabe Perreault's two for BC, as BU beat its Commonwealth Avenue antagonists for the first time in three tries this season. Continue reading →
Gunnarwolfe Fontaine blasted home a cross-ice pass from Justin Hryckowian just 33 seconds into overtime, the latter capping a three-point night. Continue reading →
Mr. Caster spent his first eight seasons with New York and became a favorite target of Joe Namath. The 6-foot-5, 228-pound Caster entered the league as a wide receiver who ran a 4.5 40-yard dash, but was later switched to tight end. Continue reading →
Artist and game designer Jennell Jaquays made luminous fantasy paintings, classic adventures for tabletop role-playing games such as Dungeons & Dragons, and distinctive levels in popular video games such as Quake II. Continue reading →
A breezy young Californian, Toni Stern became a trusted lyricist for Carole King, providing the words for the enduring standard “It’s Too Late” and many other songs during King’s flowering as a chart-topping solo artist. Continue reading →
“Underestimate Boston at your peril,” Affleck says in the ad, which also features an appearance by New England TikTok star Charli D’Amelio. Continue reading →
Grammy-nominated countertenor (and Jamaica Plain resident) Reginald Mobley and baroque violinist Rachel Podger co-curated a program featuring three composers who called London home. Continue reading →
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