Patriots The Patriots’ upset over the Bills last week has a few people thinking they could upset the Dolphins, who are nearly double-digit favorites. Tua Tagovailoa and Mac Jones face off for the fifth time in their NFL careers on Sunday. (AP Photo/Steven Senne) COMMENTARY If they win Sunday, Tuesday’s NFL trade deadline gets a … [Read more…]
Boston City Council At-Large Race: Henry Santana
Politics “I am determined to use my voice and my platform to advocate for policies that promote equity, justice, and opportunity, and to working collaboratively with everyone to build a stronger, more resilient city.” Henry Santana. Henry Santana, 28, is originally from the Dominican Republic, but grew up in Mission Hill. Santana formerly worked as … [Read more…]
A Colorado company settled a suit for $23,500. It tried to pay with loose coins.
National News The loose collection of pennies, nickels, dimes and quarters apparently weighed more than 6,500 pounds. By Jonathan Edwards, Washington Post October 27, 2023 | 8:52 AM A Colorado welding company agreed in July to pay $23,500 to settle a lawsuit that a subcontractor had filed against it. And JMF Enterprises did pay – … [Read more…]
2 takeaways as Bruins blow a 3-1 lead and lose to Ducks in overtime
Bruins The Bruins’ first loss of the season came in a game they should’ve won. Linus Ullmark gave up four goals in the Bruins’ loss to the Ducks on Thursday. Matthew J. Lee/Globe Staff When the Boston Bruins needed a timely clear, they couldn’t get it. Even with Patrick Brown’s penalty late in the third … [Read more…]
Biden will face a primary bid from Rep. Dean Phillips, who says Democrats need to focus on future
Politics While Phillips is highly unlikely to beat Biden, a run would offer a symbolic challenge to national Democrats trying to project the idea that there is no reason to doubt the president’s electability. Rep. Dean Phillips, D-Minn., speaks with reporters after a Democratic caucus meeting on Capitol Hill, Friday, Oct. 1, 2021, in Washington. … [Read more…]
Israel strikes the outskirts of Gaza City during a second ground raid in as many days
World News The airstrikes have flattened entire neighborhoods, causing a level of death and destruction unseen in the last four wars between Israel and Hamas. Palestinians inspect the rubble of destroyed buildings following Israeli airstrikes on the town of Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023. AP Photo/Mohammed Dahman By WAFAA SHURAFA and … [Read more…]
Amid massive search for mass killing suspect, Maine residents remain behind locked doors
Local News Police are searching for U.S. Army Reservist Robert Card, 40, who is wanted in the shooting deaths of 18 people at a bowling alley and a bar in nearby Lewiston. At least 13 others were wounded in the rampage. Law enforcement officials gather in the road leading to the Bowdoin, Maine home of … [Read more…]
Before election day, Boston’s City Council candidates told us their opinions on the city’s most pressing issues
Local News The general election is coming up on Tuesday, Nov. 7. Boston City Council could have many fresh faces after the upcoming general election. Boston’s general municipal election is coming up on Nov. 7, and City Council is guaranteed to have a few new faces. Since the last time voters weighed in on City … [Read more…]
Boston City Council District 7 Race: Tania Fernandes Anderson and Althea Garrison
Politics Two candidates are running for District 7: Incumbent Tania Fernandes Anderson and Althea Garrison. Althea Garrison (left) and Tania Fernandes Anderson (right) (left photo credit) FayFoto Boston We surveyed Althea Garrison on her priorities and some of the most pressing issues facing the Boston City Council this election season, based on input from our … [Read more…]
Josh Allen gets Bills off to fast start in 24-18 win over Buccaneers
NFL “This team moves really well when I’m able to get the ball around to our playmakers.” Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) celebrates his touchdown pass to wide receiver Gabe Davis (13) in the second half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023, in Orchard Park, N.Y. … [Read more…]