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Dec 04 2025EDUCATION

Boston's School Closure Plan Sparks Community Fury

Boston is facing a heated debate as the school district considers shutting down three schools. The plan has ignited strong emotions among parents, teachers, and students, who are fighting to keep these schools open. The schools at risk are The Community Academy of Science and Health, Another Course

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Nov 22 2025HEALTH

Boston Shake Shack's Health Woes: A Closer Look at the Issues

Boston's Seaport Shake Shack has been under the microscope lately, and not in a good way. Health inspectors have been making frequent visits, and what they've found isn't pretty. Rodents have been spotted behind the heating system, near the custard machine, and even by the grease trap. It's not just

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Nov 11 2025SPORTS

Boston College Bounces Back to Claim Victory

Boston College's basketball team showed their resilience in a game against The Citadel. The Eagles, after a shaky start, managed to turn the tables and secure a 76-47 win. Donald Hand was a standout player, scoring 18 points and grabbing eight rebounds. Luka Toews also contributed with 12 points. T

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Nov 04 2025HEALTH

Boston's Opioid Crisis: What's Really Happening?

Boston is facing a serious opioid problem. Many people think the city's leaders aren't doing enough to fix it. A recent poll showed that most people who read the Herald newspaper agree. Out of 156 people who answered, 81. 4% said officials haven't done enough. Only 5% thought the city was handling i

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Nov 02 2025LIFESTYLE

Boston's Winter Wonderland: A Fresh Look at Snowport 2025

Boston's beloved winter market, Snowport, is back for another season, bringing a mix of old favorites and exciting new additions. This year, the market kicks off on November 7 and runs through February 28, 2026, offering a variety of vendors, activities, and events to enjoy. One of the standout fea

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Nov 02 2025SPORTS

Where Do the Big Wins Happen?

Boston is often called "Titletown" because it has a lot of winning teams. The Boston Celtics recently won their 18th NBA title in 2024. That's a lot! But other places are catching up. Los Angeles is also doing well. The Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series twice in a row. They beat the Toronto

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Oct 31 2025HEALTH

Sparks and Scars: The Hidden Cost of Fireworks Fun

Fireworks light up the sky during celebrations, but they also light up emergency rooms. This review looks at the growing problem of firework injuries in the U. S. and what can be done about it. First, let's talk about who gets hurt. Mostly, it's guys. And where do they get hurt? Mostly in the hands

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Oct 27 2025ENVIRONMENT

Boston's Green Spaces in the Shadow of Progress

Boston's Public Garden, a historic green space, might face a sunny dilemma. New zoning rules allow for taller skyscrapers downtown. This could mean more shadows and less sunlight for the garden's plants. Advocates worry about the impact on the garden's health and beauty. The garden is home to many

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Oct 21 2025CRIME

Boston's Shoplifting Problem: Progress, But Not Perfect

Boston's retail areas are still dealing with a lot of shoplifting. But, there's some good news. The city has started new plans to fight this problem. Police and business leaders talked about this at a recent meeting. The main issue is that stealing hurts everyone. It's bad for small shops, people l

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Oct 20 2025WEATHER

Boston's Weather: Rainy Start, Cool Finish

Boston is gearing up for a week of changing weather. The first half will be wet, while the second half will bring cooler temperatures and sunny skies. The week kicks off with rain on Monday. A cold front is moving in, bringing showers and possible thunderstorms. The rain might make morning travel t

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