Hurricane Dorian, the fifth Category 5 hurricane to hit the U.S. in the past four years, has captivated many of us for the past week as we watched the latest forecasts to see where it would strike the American mainland.…
Category: Editorials
Enjoy a Safe Labor Day Weekend
It may be hard to believe, but the summer of 2019 is entering its final week as we approach the traditional Labor Day weekend. “Time and tide wait for no man,” said the poet. The calendar never lies and soon…
School Is Back — Drive Safely
We’re sure we’re no different than all of our fellow commuters in expressing this sentiment: It’s so nice when there are no school buses, crossing guards, and children in the streets during our morning commute. We time the departure from…
Letter to the Editor
On Iron Fences Dear Editor: I have just read the charming article by Lauren Bennett about Back Bay iron fences (August 15). It’s really wonderful to come across a detailed description of the history and restoration-techniques of beautiful iron fences…
Guest Op-Ed : Compassion Is Key to Addressing the Opioid Epidemic
By Jennifer Nassour My brother died of an overdose. When I see men and women struggling with addiction on the streets of Boston, I see my brother, and my heart breaks, again. We all wish for a quick and easy…
What Happened to Our Red Sox, Nation?
After 2018’s record-setting season in which our Red Sox won the most regular-season games (108) in their history and then vanquished the Yankees, Astros, and Dodgers in the post-season by a combined 11-3 en route to winning the World Series,…
Letter to the Editor
Boston City Councilors’ Statement on Boston Calling Decision Dear Editor, In the wake of the recent Boston Calling verdict, we are compelled to speak out about our role as City Councilors and our enduring commitment to fight for social inclusion…
Guest Op-Ed : In Supporting United South End Settlements, We’re Honoring Harriet Tubman’s Legacy
By Joyce King, Retired Educator, 89-Year-Old South End Resident The move of the Harriet Tubman House is difficult; I understand that very well because I was born in the South End and never lived any place else. Thankfully, we are…
Our Glorious Summer Days
When we think of the “dog days of summer,” what comes to mind are the languid and sultry days of early to mid-August, when the heat and humidity combine to make for a stew that can make even the most…
Guest Op-Ed : Harriet Tubman : Sold to the Highest Bidder…Again
By David Wright (Executive Director of the Black Ministerial Alliance), Rachel Goldberg, Lilly Marcelin and Eva Kerr During Black History Month, African Americans are reminded of the accom-plishments of our people and their contributions to this Nation. It is also…