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Boston firefighters help surprise teen with Halloween costume that fits his wheelchair
BOSTON — A high school student from Roslindale got the perfect Halloween costume to complement his wheelchair on Friday. Jose Bello suffers from muscular dystrophy, which leaves him wheelchair-bound, but he also loves firefighters. This Halloween, his mother reached out to a company called Magic Wheelchair to get her son a costume. Much to her … Read more
Signature John Hancock sign removed from Fenway Park after 30 years
BOSTON – It’s officially the end of an era at Fenway Park. Insurance company John Hancock announced earlier this year that it would not renew its sponsorship deal with the Red Sox when the season ended. When the deal ended, it meant that John Hancock’s signature logo at Fenway Park will no longer be displayed … Read more
City approves new 75,000 square foot fieldhouse in Dorchester
By Mike Sullivan, WBZ-TV DORCHESTER — The Boston Planning and Zoning board just put the final stamp of approval on a new Dorchester Boys and Girls Club fieldhouse. The 75,000 square foot facility will be an outlet for the city’s youth. “The need is great, but it seems now more than ever kids need a … Read more
How venture capital is helping to lift the next generation of Latinos
US Treasury yields rose further on Friday as investors digested the need for further rate hikes to curb inflation. Photo by Michael M. Santiago | Getty Images News | Getty Images Although Latinos are the second largest ethnic group in the United States, they are underrepresented across many industries, including finance, which can have long-term … Read more
Jean McGuire doesn’t let attacks change her love for Boston
By Courtney Cole, WBZ-TV BOSTON – Even in the face of danger, Jean McGuire has never been one to let fear dictate her life. “Oh no, no. Don’t be afraid, go where you want,” she said. “Boston. New England. Pull yourself together. This should be a safe country.” In an exclusive interview with the civil … Read more
Can the Celtics win the East again? | First Take – ESPN
Can the Celtics win the East again? | First TakeESPN It was clear on opening night: the Celtics look like a team that can live up to the hypeBoston Globe Boston Celtics highlights of the 2021-22 seasonNBA Keeping up with 617: ChampionsTufted daily What are the Celtics’ weaknesses heading into the 2022-23 NBA season?Celtics Wire … Read more
Boston Ballet performance inspired by iconic Rolling Stones hits
BOSTON – You won’t necessarily see moves like Jagger, but the legendary group’s former creative director of movement worked with Boston Ballet to create DEVIL’S/eye, a thrilling Rolling Stones-inspired piece to open the season. The dancers know that ballet is probably not the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the Stones … Read more
‘Fearless Peacemakers’ try to stop Boston’s next shooting before it happens
DORCHESTER – They’re marching in the streets chanting, “Black families: We love you, stand up.” About a dozen black men wear bright orange hoodies, the color of construction, to signal a work in progress. Calling themselves “10,000 Fearless Peacemakers” in Boston, they have been marching through the streets of Dorchester every Tuesday night since 2019 … Read more
Boston bargain hunter Julia Belkin offers early holiday shopping advice
BOSTON – Major retailers are starting Christmas sales early this year. Boston bargain hunter Julia Belkin has gone viral on Instagram and TikTok as she shares tips and tricks on how to get the best deals. “Around the holiday season and ready for it, electronics will always be one of the hot-button items. So we’re … Read more