Are Boston’s matchmakers seeing a bump in business from ‘Materialists’?
by Tall, or taller? A doctor or a lawyer? In the new film Materialists, which stars Dakota Johnson as a stylish matchmaker who works with customers …
Somerville pizza chef named one of the best in the world
This year’s Best Pizza Awards, held in Milan, Italy, recognized a pizzaiolo from Somerville as one of the best in the world. On a list …
Hundreds of Massachusetts criminal cases could be dropped, indigent defendants released amid defense attorney work stoppage
The Supreme Judicial Court determined Thursday that a continuing work stoppage by public defenders may result in the dismissal of hundreds of cases against unrepresented …
July 4 fireworks Wisconsin (2025) Full list of towns, times, and rain dates
by Communities across the Wisconsin Rapids area are preparing to celebrate Independence Day with fireworks shows, parades, live music, and family-friendly activities. Here’s a full guide …
Is kissing in the rain actually sexy?
You are currently reading the July 1 edition of Meredith Goldstein’s Love Letters newsletter. Every week, Meredith offers behind-the-scenes glimpses into the Love Letters column …
Here are the pools and splash pads open in Boston right now
There is no better place to cool off in Boston’s sweltering weather than the city’s cold pools and splash areas. These locations are ideal for …
Look inside the newly renovated Breakwater Inn in Kennebunkport
With updated guest rooms and new dining options, the historic waterfront hotel on the Maine coast, Breakwater Inn, reopened this week. Save money during New …
After misconduct allegations, investigation finds top City Hall official did not violate policies
Weeks after a former city employee claimed that she was fired to shield a high-ranking City Hall official from misbehavior charges, an inquiry into the …
July 4 fireworks Bergen County (2025) Full list of towns, times, and rain dates
Bergen County residents and visitors are invited to celebrate Independence Day at the second annual Star-Spangled Spectacular at Overpeck County Park on July 4. The …
Home of the Week: Three-level living in Norwood
Monroe Street, Norwood, 32 $875,000 Colonial Style Built in 2007 2,208 square feet Three Bedrooms Two full, one half baths Water/Sewer Public $8,079 in taxes …
How much is too much to spend on a home?
No, this has nothing to do with Beauty and the Beast; it’s an old story. The subject of how much to budget for a home …
Author Augusten Burroughs lists his Connecticut home for $1.05 million
Although his most well-known work details his peculiar adolescence in western Massachusetts, memoirist Augusten Burroughs currently resides in Connecticut. The author, who has written books …