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Lone Turkey Marches on State House

The weekend saw quite a bit of activity on Beacon Hill, with various alt-right and militia groups converging on the Common for a “free speech […]

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Peter McKenzie Departs Shepard in Light of Smoke Issue

Shepard became one of the most hotly anticipated debuts of 2015 with its elemental approach to cooking, but a handful of neighbors are unimpressed. The […]

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Wellness

In an Uncertain Research Climate, Scientists Turn to Crowdfunding

Kimmie Ng had what many scientists dream of: a research grant from the National Cancer Institute (NCI). With that funding, Ng launched a randomized control […]

Home & Property

On the Market: A Vibrant Two-Bedroom in Somerville

9 Radcliffe Road #1, Somerville Price: $498,000 Size: 921 square feet Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 1 This sunny spot in Winter Hill checks all the boxes—there’s an enclosed front […]

City Life

Deval Patrick Tells Western Mass. Crowd: “Stay Woke”

Speaking at a dinner in Pittsfield, Deval Patrick told Berkshire County residents to “stay woke.” The former Massachusetts governor reflected on his political career, read from […]

Home & Property

Five Houses on the Cape to Rent This Summer

1. A Classic Cape with Views of the Bay 15 Beach Road, Eastham Price: $2,500 to $3,000 per week Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 2 Sleeps: 8 Outdoor shower: Yes Grill: Yes 2. A Peaceful […]

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Wellness

Massachusetts Eyes Higher Tobacco Buying Age

Massachusetts is moving closer to legislation that would raise the statewide minimum age for buying tobacco, in an effort to curb teen smoking and improve […]

Wellness

23 Healthy Things to Do This Week

Monday, May 15 American Red Cross Blood Drive: Save a life while you do your grocery shopping. Whole Foods and the American Red Cross are partnering […]

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Todd Maul Is Leaving Café ArtScience in June

UPDATE, May 15, 2:30 p.m.: Not only will June 14 be Todd Maul’s last day at Café ArtScience, it will also be the restaurant’s last […]

City Life

The MIT Media Lab Made a Camera That Records Scents

When Manisha Mohan moved from India to Boston for the graduate program at MIT’s Media Lab, she struggled with homesickness. She missed the chatter of […]