March 2011 Issue
Best Places to Live
Whatever your stage of life, here’s where to look for your first, next, or last home.
Feature
Meddling While Boston Burns
As the city endures its worst and most grisly spate of violence in years, Mayor Menino keeps proposing solutions. And that’s the problem.
Wheels of Fortune
Herb Chambers conquered an industry — twice. So when’s he going to start enjoying it a little?
Bright Future
Against the city’s slowly melting walls of snow, spring’s vibrant hues roar in like a hot storm. And they’re a breath of fresh air — bold flashes of neon that defy staid sartorial rules, the winter chill, and even, in some cases, gravity itself.
Department
Navigating the Boston Public Schools System
Come kindergarten, urban families have no choice but to flee the city for the ’burbs, right? Think again. It is possible to put together a great education for your kids right in Boston. Here’s how.
You Live Free, We Die
In the wake of the Arizona shootings, it’s comforting to think that the strict firearms regulations in Massachusetts keep us safe. But the truth is that it’s as easy to evade our gun laws as it is our sales tax—just head north.
Fashion + Style
Sew Promising
A new class of young fashion designers take to the runway.
Good Sport
This Red Sox–inspired blazer from Boston-based luxury menswear label ECC Life & Style has it all.
Other
Q&A: Ronan Tynan
Ronan Tynan first made his name with the Irish Tenors, but most Red Sox fans know him simply as that guy who sang “God Bless America” at Yankee Stadium. That is, until the incident.
News
River Rage
How did Tom Menino get the People’s Republic so riled up? He stole its companies.
Arts + Entertainment
Person of Interest: Matt Siegel
Thirty years on, Matty in the Morning still rules Boston radio. (And he’ll take full credit.)
Tired Old Chestnut
Chestnut Hill used to be the peak of suburban shopping decadence. Now? Well, there’s plenty of good parking available.
Restaurants
Dining Review: Island Creek Oyster Bar
With an impressive raw bar and some of the freshest fish around, this Kenmore Square newcomer is reeling in crowds.
First Bite: Lolita Cocina and Tequila Bar
Say salud to margaritas and fun, casual Mexican cuisine in the Back Bay.
Does Restaurant Week Need To Die?
Weary of mass-produced meals, Donna Garlough ponders the true value of the discount-dining bonanza.