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Pats Pulpit15 May 2012 | 3:27 pmBase salary: $725,000 Signing bonus: $75,000 Workout bonus: $50,000 Roster bonus: $218,750 Incentives: $300,000 Salary cap charge: $1.36 million A Breakdown Of Joseph Addai's Deal With The Patriots -
Former Wyo. Montessori director appears in court
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Acushnet pastor shocked by reaction to gay marriage sign
Boston News latest RSS headlines - Big News Network.com16 May 2012 | 1:46 pmMonsignor Gerard O'Connor said his "eyes have been opened," adding he is shocked by what he called the violent reaction to a message his church put up that said "two men are ...
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Review: Book asks 'What's for dinner in 2035?'
16 May 2012 | 12:29 pm"The Taste of Tomorrow: Dispatches From the Future of Food" (Harper), by Josh Schonwald: What will we be eating in 2035? That's the question reporter Josh Schonwald sets out to answer in "The Taste of Tomorrow." -
Northeast Utilities CEO seeks to overcome storms
16 May 2012 | 12:28 pmThe new chief executive of Northeast Utilities said Wednesday that New England's largest utility has its work cut out for it following two storms last year that damaged power lines and the company's reputation. -
Romney giving up on home state of Massachusetts
16 May 2012 | 12:28 pmDon't bet on Mitt Romney winning his home state. Or even trying. "That's not been a topic of discussion," Romney campaign adviser Kevin Madden said when asked if the Republican former Massachusetts governor would compete in the heavily Democratic state. -
Mass. Gov. breaks ground at UMass Dartmouth center
16 May 2012 | 12:28 pmMassachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick joined UMass officials Wednesday to break ground on a new center that they say will be the first-in-the-nation to allow startups the ability to test their biomanufacturing methods and products during development, as well as access a wide-range of support.
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Kerry calls for return of Bower boys to Mass.
16 May 2012 | 1:48 pmCalling it "a father's worst nightmare...a tragedy that must be resolved," Sen. John Kerry Wednesday introduced a Senate resolution calling for the return of two boys to their father in Massachusetts. -
Acushnet pastor shocked by reaction to gay marriage sign
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Obama to go over to-do list with congressional leaders
16 May 2012 | 1:20 pmPresident Barack Obama will urge congressional leaders Wednesday to agree to his economic agenda, one day after House Speaker John Boehner drew a line in the sand over what could be another bitter showdown between the White House and Congress later this year.
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Acushnet pastor shocked by reaction to gay marriage sign
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Obama to go over to-do list with congressional leaders
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Celtics-76ers Series Shifts To Philly For Game 3
16 May 2012 | 1:25 pmAs in Game 1, Game 2 was decided by one point, with Philadelphia coming out on top, 82-81. The 76ers are the first NBA team ever to play three consecutive games decided by one point in the ... -
Standoff ends with arrest for PCP
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Mass. judge grants new trial in 2008 slaying
16 May 2012 | 1:06 pmB OSTON - For more than a year, Charles Wilhite’s friends and family have insisted he was wrongly convicted in a 2008 killing outside a neighborhood market in Springfield. On Monday, a judge ...
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Clear Channel to buy 101.7 WFNX from Phoenix Media
16 May 2012 | 2:40 pmWFNX 101.7 FM will lose its alternative rock format after Boston's Phoenix Media/Communications Group sells the... -
R.I. officials defer decision on Schilling company's loan woes
16 May 2012 | 2:37 pmPROVIDENCE - The Rhode Island Economic Development Corp. decided to defer any decision regarding Curt Schilling's... -
Skechers to pay $45M settlement over 'toning' shoe claims
16 May 2012 | 1:15 pmFootwear maker Skechers USA Inc. has agreed to pay $45 million to settle multi-state and federal allegations... -
City rides Seaport wave
16 May 2012 | 1:03 pmCity planners, hoping to build on the success of Liberty Wharf, will seek bids for an ambitious redevelopment of... -
'Spitfire' kept Maria Menounos on her toes
16 May 2012 | 12:43 pm"Dancing with the Stars" minx Maria Menounos has performed in pain all season long, the result of a host of...
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Acushnet pastor shocked by reaction to gay marriage sign
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Obama to go over to-do list with congressional leaders
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Celtics-76ers Series Shifts To Philly For Game 3
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Standoff ends with arrest for PCP
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Mass. judge grants new trial in 2008 slaying
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Schilling’s Video Game Co. Asks R.I. For More Help
16 May 2012 | 2:28 pmFormer Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling asked Rhode Island for additional help to save his video game company Wednesday, prompting state leaders to consider whether the firm is viable enough to justify further investment. -
DeLeo To Facebook: ‘A Renewed Presence In Mass. Makes Sense’
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Mass. Senate Details $32.3B Spending Plan
16 May 2012 | 12:40 pmBudget-writers in the state Senate are proposing to spend more on local aid than the funding level approved by the House in April. -
Amid Stalled Negotiations, Some Pilgrim Nuclear Plant Workers Sent Home
16 May 2012 | 11:47 amWith contract talks stalled, workers picketed the Plymouth plant after the plant’s owner sent home half of the plant’s employees. -
Boston’s WFNX-FM To Be Sold To Clear Channel
16 May 2012 | 10:54 amIndependent Boston rock station WFNX-FM may soon have a new owner.
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Celtics Health Watch: ‘Everybody’s Good’
16 May 2012 | 2:40 pmBOSTON (CBS) – These days, it’s almost as if the Boston Celtics are filling out Bill Belichick-like injury reports. The only difference is the Celtics actually answer questions about their numerous ailments. The Patriots, well, everyone knows their take when it comes to injuries. The Celtics will once again be dealing with their slew of injuries as they take the floor for Game 3 of their Eastern Conference Semis against the 76ers in Philadelphia on Wednesday night. As for which of the C’s walking wounded will play, that answer remains the same. “Everybody’s good,” head… -
Skechers To Pay $40M Settlement Over ‘Shape-Ups’ Shoe Ads
16 May 2012 | 2:37 pmWASHINGTON (AP) — The government wants you to know that simply sporting a pair of Skechers’ fitness shoes is not going to get you Kim Kardashian’s curves or Brooke Burke’s toned tush. Skechers USA Inc. will pay $40 million to settle charges by the Federal Trade Commission that the footwear company made unfounded claims that its Shape-ups shoes would help people lose weight and strengthen their butt, leg and stomach muscles. Kardashian, Burke and other celebrities endorsed the shoes in Skechers ads. Read: Apply For A Refund Wednesday’s settlement also involves the… -
WBZ NewsWatch With Joe Mathieu: Senate President Therese Murray
16 May 2012 | 1:56 pmBOSTON (CBS) – WBZ NewsWatch with Joe Mathieu returned Wednesday on WBZ NewsRadio 1030 with Massachusetts Senate President Therese Murray as Joe’s guest. The one-hour special news interview program airs once a month and will always be live with an in-studio guest. You can follow Joe on Twitter @Joe MathieuWBZ. Here’s the audio from the interview: Part One – Budget Recommendations Therese Murray On NewsWatch Part 1 Part Two – Job Losses, Local Aid, Taunton Hospital Therese Murray On NewsWatch Part 2 Part Three – EBT Cards Therese Murray On NewsWatch Part 3 Part Four… -
Felger & Mazz: LeBron Is Scared Stiff
16 May 2012 | 1:55 pmFelger and Massarotti kicked off the day talking about the Miami Heat’s 78-75 Game Two loss to the Indiana Pacers and the late game struggles of LeBron James. Mazz returned to the studio just in time to do some LeBron James bashing. Why does LeBron struggle late in games? How much is LeBron’s erratic free throw shooting hurting his team? Is LeBron afraid to have the ball during crucial situations? Can LeBron be labeled a choker? Is LeBron depending on Dwayne Wade to win him a championship? The guys weighed in on all these questions and more. LeBron Is Scared Stiff -
Seguin Recovering From Finger Surgery, Can’t Watch NHL Playoffs
16 May 2012 | 1:32 pmBOSTON (CBS) — Theoretically, Bruins forward Tyler Seguin should have a little more free time this spring to work out for the upcoming season than he did last year, when he and the Bruins were playing for the Stanley Cup. Due to a finger tendon injury that required surgery, though, the 20-year-old has yet to begin his offseason workouts. Seguin talked with John Bishop of BostonBruins.com and a tendon came out of its socket in a game in March, and he just got his cast removed this week. “They said about 10 weeks is the full recovery process,” Seguin said. “Right now,…
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Herget softball race tightening
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Gov. Patrick mum on health luxury tax, says AG has tools to address market power
15 May 2012 | 6:09 pmGov. Deval Patrick delivered a wide-ranging speech on health care cost containment efforts in Massachusetts but failed to take a clear position on what could become one of the more controversial points of disagreement between the House and Senate: a hospital luxury tax. -
House leaders tie jobs bill to innovation economy
14 May 2012 | 6:18 pmPositioning job creation at the top of his “to-do-list” with just over two months remaining on the legislative calendar, House Speaker Robert DeLeo and top House Democrats outlined a bill Monday afternoon that DeLeo said would allow the state to “directly compete with and outshine many of our closest rivals.” -
Hammond eyes ways to reduce tax appeals, simply for "average joe"
9 May 2012 | 4:27 pmWhile its inventory of cases is at a 27-year low, the head of the state Appellate Tax Board hopes to cut that number further and says he has plans to make tax appeals “more simple for the average Joe.” -
T board briefed on worker assaults, discusses Green Line project costs
2 May 2012 | 4:35 pmAn increase in assaults on MBTA operators has led transit police to launch a first-in-the-nation policy of collecting DNA samples in assault cases, according to the MBTA’s acting general manager.
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Celtics postgame playoff thoughts: Rajon Rondo on the ball in Game 1
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Paralyzed Taunton woman uses thoughts to control robot arm
16 May 2012 | 12:27 pmUsing only her thoughts, Cathy Hutchinson of East Taunton, who has been paralyzed for 15 years, directed a robotic arm to pick up a bottle of coffee and bring it to her lips, researchers report in the latest advance in harnessing brain waves to help disabled people. -
Oliver Ames band tapped for National Memorial Day Parade
16 May 2012 | 9:08 amThe Oliver Ames High School marching band has been selected to represent Massachusetts at the 2012 National Memorial Day Paradein Washington D.C. -
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Taunton City Council discusses alternatives for trash fees, options for landfill
15 May 2012 | 11:07 pmTrash elimination was the talk of the town Tuesday night, as two separate City Council committees tried to resolve the price of collection and the question of who to hire to ultimately get rid of the stuff. -
Taunton man’s DNA swab to help identify servicemembers killed in Pearl Harbor
15 May 2012 | 11:04 pmA Taunton man recently submitted a sample of his DNA as part of an effort by the Department of Defense to identify dozens of unidentified sailors who perished during the bombing of Pearl Harbor.
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Getting real with Tumblr’s favorite editor
16 May 2012 | 2:06 pmGIF it away now The relationship between an editor and her writers can be a complicated one. The relationship between an editor and her writers can be a complicated one. On one side you've got noble, pure-hearted scribes slaving over stories with sweat and grit, on the other you have evil overlords dead set on crushing their dreams."Ouch," says Ann Friedman, the creator of our new favorite Tumblr, EDITORREALTALK.TUMBLR.COM. "I can assure you that dream-crushing is a statistically insignificant portion of my day."#realtalk is a hilarious collection of reaction GIFs to the common gripes, and… -
Tumblring headlong
16 May 2012 | 2:03 pmInstead of writing journalism and whatnot, we accidentally wasted the entire week looking at Tumblr and listening to Tumblr and making a Tumblr and thinking about some Tumblrs that it would be funny to make and/or read and/or listen to. Here’s some of that. Instead of writing journalism and whatnot, we accidentally wasted the entire week looking at Tumblr and listening to Tumblr and making a Tumblr and thinking about some Tumblrs that it would be funny to make and/or read and/or listen to. Here’s some of that. -
Michael Guglielmo soldiers on
16 May 2012 | 1:57 pmGiovanni Guglielmo (2006–2012) Despite his sickness and small stature, Giovanni Guglielmo was a bona fide celebrity. WATCHING HIS LIFE GO BY Gio’s funeral drew friends and admirers from throughout his short life, from Hell’s Angels, to doctors and teachers, to New Hampshire Governor John Lynch. It was like all of Manchester was mourning. Despite his sickness and small stature, Giovanni Guglielmo was a bona fide celebrity. In his five years, the New Hampshire native was exalted by media, blessed by the pope, and had his plump smiling face displayed over Times Square. Gio suffered from a… -
A More Perfect Union
16 May 2012 | 1:52 pmBy embracing full marriage equality, President Obama both reflected and hastened real change on many fronts People will surely debate for years to come whether President Barack Obama's self-described "evolution" on universal, legal, same-sex marriage caused, or simply reflected, a turning point on the issue in the United States. SEA CHANGE With President Obama's announcement, many say, the tide has turned in the fight for marriage equality.People will surely debate for years to come whether President Barack Obama's self-described "evolution" on universal, legal, same-sex marriage caused, or… -
Please Start This Tumblr Tumblr
16 May 2012 | 1:34 pmStaffwriter Chris Faraone has been keeping a list of Tumblrs that someone should totally start: pleasestartthistumblr.com. Note: The list used to be longer because someone actually started a Tumblr at fyblanchedevereaux.tumblr.com.
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BEAN COUNTER: VOLUME 14, ISSUE 20
16 May 2012 | 2:54 pmHarvard alum and Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin has renounced his US citizenship to reside in Singapore. Some see the move by Saverin—emphatically portrayed in The Social Network—as a ploy to both avoid taxes and covertly develop his new “Spidey-powers.” MINUS 2 www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOMUe26X3moState officials are considering a ban on large-scale food dumping by corporations as a means to curb methane emissions. Company statements to the effect of “Food fight!” have been met with scorn, pies. PLUS 2 A North Carolina businessman who tried to open the door on a… -
BEXX FINE: AVENGERS, ASSEMBLE!
16 May 2012 | 2:10 pmIt all started with a pair of Wonder Woman shoes …If the shoes make the woman, then local accessorizer extraordinaire Bexx Fine must be a force to be reckoned with. Just last month, Fine started a bit of a crafts project--her own customized brand of cartoon and comic styled gear. “I grew up with Batman and Indiana Jones, and just stuff I’d watch with my brothers and my dad,” says Fine. “I’m a nerd at heart.” Sometimes life needs some more color block panels, thought bubbles, and caped crusaders, and Fine’s collection of shoes, wallets, purses, hair accessories, bracelets,… -
INTERVIEW: SOUL CLAP
16 May 2012 | 1:37 pmThe biggest success story from Cambridge since Passion Pit returnsFrom Moscow to Tokyo, Eli Goldstein and Charles Levine, aka Soul Clap, have rocked them all. They happened to have a rare week off from traveling the world when we caught up with them in the club where it all started, Cambridge’s Phoenix Landing. We discussed their new album, EFUNK, the explosion of popularity in electronic music in the United States, and, of course, Boston.How long have you been away? Eli: We’ve moved out almost two years now. Charles: Almost exactly two years.How is the EFUNK Tour going? -
HONEST PINT: PORTICO BREWING COMPANY
16 May 2012 | 12:57 pmAbout four years ago, Alex Zielke quit his job, moved to Berlin, and enrolled in a brewing school. It was a risk—but one that will soon pay off. Zielke, along with Alex Rabe and Ian Chester are launching Boston’s newest beer company, Portico Brewing. The three met while getting their MBA at Babson College, and after Zielke and Rabe discovered a mutual love of craft beer, they homebrewed together for two years. Now they hope to use that combination of business and branding smarts and craft beer passion to find a home for Portico in the marketplace and the beer drinker’s fridge.They’re… -
DJ SET OF THE WEEK: MOLDY
16 May 2012 | 11:57 amMoldy delivers us a mix of his anticipated set at Naga tonight!A high-pitched wail in excess of low tones, the fog rolls in, in a synth chill. A bird chirp, and a single hit on the snare drum. The mix is motion in slow motion, a downtempo beat, a laugh in the background. No looking back.Moldy joins Spliffolian and IMMvC for Mmmmove, presented by Mmmmaven. Mmmmove over to Naga tonight!MMMMAVEN PRESENTS:MOLDYWED 5.16.12 NAGA 450 MASS AVE. CAMBRIDGE 617.661.4900 @MMMMAVEN NAGACAMBRIDGE.COM
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Improving body satisfaction can help prevent eating disorders and obesity
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Overlooked nighttime spikes on EEGs may reflect an underlying brain injury
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Jeremy Jacobs & Cam Neely to Hold Availability
2 May 2012 | 8:59 amBOSTON, MA – Bruins Owner Jeremy Jacobs and President Cam Neely will hold their annual year-end media availability at a press conference on Thursday, May 3. Media interested in attending the availability should visit the Boston Bruins media sit... -
The Boston Bruins Week Ahead
30 Apr 2012 | 1:52 pmTHIS WEEK’S NEWS, NOTES AND NUMBERS BRUINS AT THE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS: Three members of the Bruins organization will play in the upcoming 2012 World Championships, which begin Friday, May 4 in Helsinki and Stockholm. Zdeno Chara will represent ... -
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26 Apr 2012 | 12:29 pmStatement from the Boston Bruins: "The Bruins are very disappointed by the racist comments that were made following the game last night. These classless, ignorant views are in no way a reflection of anyone associated with the Bruins organization." -
Chara Named a Norris Finalist
26 Apr 2012 | 10:29 amBOSTON, MA -- The NHL announced today that Boston Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara is one of three finalists for the 2011-12 James Norris Trophy. The Norris Trophy is awarded annually awarded “to the defense player who demonstrates throughout the sea... -
Chara, Karlsson and Weber are Norris finalists
26 Apr 2012 | 10:13 amThe responsibilities a defenseman faces are numerous. He has to be strong in his own end to prevent goals, make smooth passes out of the defensive zone and chip in offensively by getting pucks to the net. The best blueliners also have to be able t...
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State Street annual meeting brings 'Shareholder Spring' to Boston - sort of
16 May 2012 | 2:09 pmIt's been a rough couple of months in London boardrooms, as directors and executives of major UK companies have had to defend pay plans amid carnivalesque public protests and unusual shareholder votes at their annual meetings. On Wednesday, directors at Boston's State Street Corp. (NYSE: STT) got a taste of what pundits are calling the "Shareholder Spring." Reuters writer Tim McLaughlin (a BBJ alum), reported protesters disrupted the State Street annual shareholder meeting, interrupting State Street... -
Oxfam America sues Securities and Exchange Commission
16 May 2012 | 1:03 pmThe Boston-based aid group Oxfam America Inc. sued the U.S. Securities Exchange Commission in federal court Wednesday, alleging the agency has been slow to draft rules requiring the disclosure of payments U.S. oil and mineral companies make to foreign governments. The regulations should have been in place more than a year ago under a provision of Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, Oxfam contends in the civil complaint. Dodd-Frank became law in July 21, 2010, and gave the... -
Wells Fargo, Hammond Residential form joint venture
16 May 2012 | 12:56 pmWells Fargo Bank, a provider of residential mortgages, and Hammond Residential Real Estate, have signed a deal to offer mortgages for Hammond’s customers. The joint venture, Massachusetts Residential Mortgage, said it will provide consumers with home loans and services through Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, a division of Wells Fargo Bank. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed. Established in 1991 by Saul B. Cohen and Joseph Hare, Hammond reported closed sales volume in 2011 exceeding $1 billion.... -
RSA renews major office lease in Bedford
16 May 2012 | 12:32 pmRSA, the Security Division of EMC Corp. (NYSE: EMC) inked a 328,232-square-foot office lease renewal at 174 & 176 Middlesex Turnpike in Bedford, Mass. The two interconnected buildings at 174 & 176 Middlesex Turnpike serve as RSA’s world headquarters. The corporate campus, built in 2001, is located on 55 acres along Route 3 in Bedford, 15 miles northwest of Boston. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. First quarter data from Jones Lang LaSalle (NYSE: JLL) reported that the average asking rent... -
Boston’s office vacancies up in Q1
16 May 2012 | 12:07 pmThe Hub’s offices were a little emptier in the first quarter, according to CoStar Group (Nasdaq: CSGP). Vacancies in Class A properties in downtown Boston increased to 11.3 percent from January through March, up from 10.8 percent at the close of 2011. Quoted rents in the Hub were $41.49. Cambridge offices had the highest quoted rents in Greater Boston at $44.51 while the vacancy rate was 10. 4 percent in premier buildings. The lowest quoted rents were in the Route 495/Route 2 West area at $15.76...
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Vertica/HP Veteran Chris Lynch Joins Atlas for Big Data Investing
16 May 2012 | 8:00 amErin Kutz Chris Lynch, the tech exec who said venture capital was not for him, is the newest member of the technology team at Atlas Venture, the Cambridge, MA-based firm announced today. In March, Lynch left his role as CEO of Vertica Systems, a year after the data analytics company was acquired by Hewlett-Packard for $300 million. At the time of his departure, Lynch told my colleague Greg Huang that he was looking to work hands-on with Boston-area big data entrepreneurs, but not in a VC role. So what changed? “I’ve seen so many more deals than I ever thought I would,” Lynch says. “I… -
Targeted Cancer Drugs With Punch: The Next Big Class of Antibodies
16 May 2012 | 2:05 amLuke Timmerman One of the big dreams in biotech over the past 35 years has been to make drugs that work like “smart bombs” by destroying tumors while minimizing collateral damage. Scientists have learned this is no easy thing, but now that a couple of these types of drugs have been shown to work, a new wave of companies is emerging to see if they can finally turn this vision into reality. Targeted antibody drugs have been around for a long time, and have been shown to do a lot of good for patients. Some of the world’s best-selling medicines are designed to specifically hone in on cancer… -
InsightSquared, Bradford, Plastiq, & More Boston Dealmakers
15 May 2012 | 11:01 pmErin Kutz We saw deals this week for companies working on database, business intelligence, credit card processing, and security technology. —Hopkinton, MA-based data storage giant EMC (NYSE: EMC) confirmed its acquisition of Israeli flash-storage startup XtremIO. Other media outlets peg the purchase price at $430 million, though EMC has not officially revealed the deal amount. —Cambridge, MA-based Bradford Networks pulled in $3 million in funding led by Updata Partners and joined by Windspeed Ventures. Bradford develops technology for secure network access for personal mobile device use… -
Promedior Moves Fibrosis Pipeline to Boston, Hires Shire Vet as CEO
15 May 2012 | 8:30 amArlene Weintraub Biotech firm Promedior announced today that it will be moving its headquarters from Malvern, PA, to Boston, and that it has hired a new CEO, Suzanne Bruhn,who was previously senior vice president for planning and program management for Shire’s Human Genetic Therapies division. Promedior is working on several drugs to treat fibrosis—a type of tissue scarring that contributes to a range of diseases affecting major organs such as heart, lung, and kidney, as well as the eyes. In March, the company raised $21.5 million in a Series D funding round from its previous investors,… -
Coaching Program Springboard Hits Boston With Life Sciences Entrepreneurs
15 May 2012 | 2:00 amErin Kutz Startup accelerators like Y Combinator and TechStars are known for producing the latest and greatest in Web startups. But there’s a set of established and accomplished companies—like ZipCar (NASDAQ: ZIP), Xenogen, and Constant Contact (NASDAQ: CTCT)—that also received startup coaching, mentoring, and connections to investors back in their day. They went through a different program, run by Washington, DC-based Springboard Enterprises. Unlike the aforementioned accelerators (and the dozens upon dozens of imitators they’ve spawned), Springboard doesn’t directly offer funding…
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Mitralign to use $35M round for mitral valve launch
15 May 2012 | 11:00 pmCardiac device company Mitralign Inc. of Tewksbury has raised a $35 million, Series D funding round that it will put toward securing the European CE Mark for its catheter-based mitral valve repair technology and starting sales in the European Union. -
Epizyme appoints new chief medical officer
15 May 2012 | 11:00 pmEpizyme Inc., a developer of therapeutics for genetically-defined cancers, has named a former Pharmacyclics executive, Eric Hedrick, as Chief Medical Officer. -
Decision Resources bought by Indian pharma for $635M
15 May 2012 | 11:00 pmIndian drug company Piramal Healthcare Ltd. has announced that it’s acquiring Decision Resources Group (DRG), a 500-employee healthcare information company in Burlington, for $635 million. -
Startup behind ShopAdvisor gets $1.45M
15 May 2012 | 11:00 pmEvoqu Inc., which makes a cloud-based deferred purchasing platform for websites and applications, has received $1.45 million in equity from six investors out of a $1.95 million offering, according to federal filings. -
Ra Pharmaceuticals comes out of stealth, raises $8.6M
15 May 2012 | 11:00 pmQuiet Ra Pharmaceuticals of Cambridge said today that it has closed $8.6M in a second tranche of a $27 million Series A round and will pursue hereditary angioedema (HAE) as the lead program for its Cyclomimetic drug discovery and development program.
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Beckett Leads 5th Straight Win, Tim Wakefield Honored at Fenway
15 May 2012 | 7:57 pmOn a rainy Tuesday afternoon which featured the honoring of Tim Wakefield, the Red Sox swept away the Seattle Mariners in the short two-games series with a 5-0 win, led by a dominate rebound start from Josh Beckett. David Ortiz opened up the scoring in the third when he homered deep to right field off of Blake Beaven giving Boston a 1-0 lead. It was his eighth home run of the year and 27th RBI. Ortiz had two hits and is now batting .353 on the season. In the fourth, Mike Aviles hit an RBI double into the right-center gap, adding to the team’s double count for the season. Entering the… -
Wes Welker Signs $9.5M Franchise Tender
15 May 2012 | 6:44 pmMany movie moments could symbolize Wes Welker‘s decision to sign his $9.5 million franchise tender Tuesday and return to the Patriots for the 2012-13 season. Perhaps the Hulk destroying enemy ships in The Avengers. Or Dean Portman showing up at halftime of the JV-Varsity game at the end of Mighty Ducks 3. Really, any clip of someone returning from somewhere and then going on a rampage would do. But none could do it better than Randy Quaid in Independence Day: Just pretend the spaceship is an opposing defense and the metaphor works perfectly. Kinda like Welker and Tom Brady. Welker… -
2012 NHL Playoffs Expert Picks: 3rd Round
15 May 2012 | 1:26 pmOnly four teams remain in the NHL playoffs. The Devils try to continue their run against another powerful divisional rival while the Kings and Coyotes each try to cap off a Cinderella run to the Stanley Cup Finals. And here at SoB, it’s looking like it’ll be the Rangers and Kings meeting for the Cup. The Devils did get a vote as well, and the Rangers have been through two seven-game series, so there may be something too that too. So be sure to check below for the complete set of picks, and check back one the Stanley Cup Finals are set for the results. Name Erikk John Josh Rangers… -
2012 NBA Playoffs Expert Picks: 2nd Round
15 May 2012 | 12:51 pmAfter a rough first round, the second round is now underway. The 76ers are trying to continue their run in a dogfight against Boston, while the injuries continue to hit key players with Chris Bosh straining an abdominal muscle. Unfortunately for the Pacers, two of the Big Three are as healthy as ever. As far as our selections go, things are looking quite similar to the first round. Once again, all our panelists are unanimous in selecting division winners for all but one series. Once more, the highest seeds are thought to cruise through relatively quickly, while the closer seeds are thought to… -
Josh Beckett Must Forgo Distractions (Like Golf), Pitch as Red Sox Ace
15 May 2012 | 10:00 amWhen it all comes down to it, Josh Beckett is a pitcher for the Boston Red Sox. He’s not supposed to collect attention off the field, he’s not supposed to create headline quotes, and he’s certainly not supposed to be golfing. He was acquired in the winter of 2005 to become the Red Sox ace for years to come. He was brought in to be built around as a dominant pitcher with experience beating the rival New York Yankees in the postseason. Beckett in Boston He has accomplished plenty in his time as in Boston. Beckett was a key component to the 2007 World Series championship, and…
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Unpredictable F1 filled with questions so far
16 May 2012 | 1:00 pmTeams and drivers emerged from the Spanish Grand Prix with more questions than answers on just who is the Formula One favorite after five races. -
Junior Seau's garage burglarized
16 May 2012 | 11:59 amPolice say a thief burglarized the garage of Junior Seau's Oceanside, Calif., home days after the former NFL star's suicide. -
Kenny Dalglish fired as Liverpool manager
16 May 2012 | 11:58 amKenny Dalglish's second stint as Liverpool manager ended Wednesday when he was fired following the club's disappointing eighth-place finish in the Premier League. -
NASCAR's pit crews get their chance to shine
16 May 2012 | 11:50 amCarl Edwards loves plenty of things about NASCAR's All-Star week. One of his favorites, though, is seeing his crew members in the spotlight instead of himself. -
Trainer Lukas 'disappointed' with peers' behavior
16 May 2012 | 11:30 amHall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas criticized the behavior of a few of his peers Wednesday, saying the actions of a few recent Kentucky Derby winners have tarnished the reputation of his profession.
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Celtics Health Watch: ‘Everybody’s Good’
16 May 2012 | 2:40 pmBOSTON (CBS) – These days, it’s almost as if the Boston Celtics are filling out Bill Belichick-like injury reports. The only difference is the Celtics actually answer questions about their numerous ailments. The Patriots, well, everyone knows their take when it comes to injuries. The Celtics will once again be dealing with their slew of injuries as they take the floor for Game 3 of their Eastern Conference Semis against the 76ers in Philadelphia on Wednesday night. As for which of the C’s walking wounded will play, that answer remains the same. “Everybody’s good,” head… -
Felger & Mazz: LeBron Is Scared Stiff
16 May 2012 | 1:55 pmFelger and Massarotti kicked off the day talking about the Miami Heat’s 78-75 Game Two loss to the Indiana Pacers and the late game struggles of LeBron James. Mazz returned to the studio just in time to do some LeBron James bashing. Why does LeBron struggle late in games? How much is LeBron’s erratic free throw shooting hurting his team? Is LeBron afraid to have the ball during crucial situations? Can LeBron be labeled a choker? Is LeBron depending on Dwayne Wade to win him a championship? The guys weighed in on all these questions and more. LeBron Is Scared Stiff -
Seguin Recovering From Finger Surgery, Can’t Watch NHL Playoffs
16 May 2012 | 1:32 pmBOSTON (CBS) — Theoretically, Bruins forward Tyler Seguin should have a little more free time this spring to work out for the upcoming season than he did last year, when he and the Bruins were playing for the Stanley Cup. Due to a finger tendon injury that required surgery, though, the 20-year-old has yet to begin his offseason workouts. Seguin talked with John Bishop of BostonBruins.com and a tendon came out of its socket in a game in March, and he just got his cast removed this week. “They said about 10 weeks is the full recovery process,” Seguin said. “Right now,… -
Pacers’ Larry Bird Named NBA Executive Of The Year
16 May 2012 | 1:27 pmNEW YORK (AP) — Indiana Pacers president Larry Bird has been voted the NBA’s Executive of the Year, becoming the first person to win that award, plus the league’s MVP and Coach of the Year honors. The Pacers went 42-24 and are tied 1-1 with Miami in the second round of the Eastern Conference playoffs. Bird’s moves to strengthen the team during the offseason included promoting Frank Vogel from interim to head coach and signing starting forward David West. Bird was a three-time MVP as a Boston Celtics player, then led his home-state Pacers to a 147-67 record in three… -
Celtics-76ers Series Shifts To Philly For Game 3
16 May 2012 | 12:57 pmGame 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals is Wednesday in Philadelphia, where the Sixers are 3-0 in the playoffs.
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Engineer in Cowboys disaster paying $12,000 fine
16 May 2012 | 2:37 pmDALLAS - The engineer who signed off on plans for the tent-like Dallas Cowboys practice facility that collapsed... -
Jets' Darrelle Revis says Tim Tebow has passion - even at lunch
16 May 2012 | 2:30 pmFLORHAM PARK, N.J. - Darrelle Revis says Tim Tebow is a "born leader" who shows passion in everything he does... -
76ers and Celtics keeping it close
16 May 2012 | 2:21 pmAfter two games of the Eastern Conference semifinal round between the Sixers and Boston Celtics, we know that Boston's... -
Ian Poulter is match-play specialist to beat in Spain
16 May 2012 | 2:13 pmCASARES, Spain - Given his excellent Ryder Cup record and his unprecedented double in individual match-play tournaments,... -
Winless Suzann Pettersen defends Sybase Match Play title
16 May 2012 | 2:08 pmGLADSTONE, N.J. - A year after meeting for the Sybase Match Championship, defending champion Suzann Pettersen and...
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Examining How Bill Belchick and Doc Rivers Talk With The Media About Injuries
16 May 2012 | 11:19 amThey are both among the longest-tenured head coaches in their respective leagues. They have both won conference and league championships. They both seemingly manage to get more out of their teams than the roster talent would indicate. But when it comes to dealing with the media, Bill Belichick and Doc Rivers could not be more different. Or are they more alike than a surface examination would show? Doc Rivers was recently named the recipient of the Rudy Tomjanovich Award – a honor given from the Professional Basketball Writers Association to the head coach considered the most accessible… -
Wednesday’s Viewing Picks
16 May 2012 | 5:00 amCycling Giro d’Italia: Stage 11 — Universal Sports, 9:30 a.m. Tour of California: Stage 4, Sonora to Clovis — NBC Sports Network, 5 p.m. Golf LPGA Tour: Sybase Championship Pro-Am — Golf Channel, 5 p.m. MLB American League Red Sox at Tampa Bay — NESN, 7 p.m. The Rundown — MLB Network, 2:30 p.m. MLB Tonight — MLB Network, 6 p.m. Baseball Tonight — ESPN, 10 p.m. Quick Pitch –MLB Network, 11 p.m. Baseball Tonight — ESPN2, midnight NBA Playoffs Eastern Conference Semifinals Game 3: Celtics at Philadelphia — TNT, 7 p.m. (Series tied… -
Let’s Get Some Linkage Out
15 May 2012 | 10:35 pmI’ve accumulated a lot of links. They’re slowing down my browser so let’s clear them so I can let my computer get back some memory. Lots of stuff going on. Let’s start with ESPN stuff as it dominated the news today with its network upfront presentation to advertisers and also confirmed personnel moves. First, Sports Media Watch talks about Scott Van Pelt reupping with ESPN. The ESPN Front Row blog has a Q&A podcast with Van Pelt in which he explains why he decided to remain with the Bristolians. Michael Hiestand of USA Today recaps today’s ESPN upfront… -
Just Curious…
15 May 2012 | 3:52 pmDid anyone else laugh out loud at these lines from Nick Cafardo on the Kevin Youkilis/Will Middlebrooks situation: Sunday: It should be Valentine’s decision as to whether Youkilis gets his job back, and nobody else’s. Today: The Drew Bledsoe-Tom Brady analogy is somewhat pertinent in this case. Bill Belichick had just about reached the end of the line with Bledsoe and when Brady took over and performed so well, it was an easy decision. Those are somewhat different sentiments than Nick had at the time of the Bledsoe/Brady debate. From November 21st, 2001. The principals in the… -
Celtics fall in Game 2, Red Sox win fourth straight
15 May 2012 | 9:13 amIn yet another one-point game between the Celtics and 76ers, this time it was the 76ers coming out on top, defeating the Celtics 82-81, evening the series at one Monday night at TD Garden. In what was an ugly game most of the way, the offense picked up during the last five minutes. An offensive foul call on Kevin Garnett for an illegal screen with ten seconds left in regulation and the Celtics trailing by three, ended the Celtics’ hopes of pulling out a win. It was also a major discussion following the game. Games 3 and 4 are Wednesday and Friday in Philadelphia. Celtics ignore Kevin…
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Patriots.com News Blitz - 5/16/2012
16 May 2012 | 1:00 pmMike Reiss of ESPNBoston.com takes a closer look at RB Joseph Addai's one-year deal with the New England Patriots. Noting that Addai's deal was not signed at the veterans minimum salary, Reiss be... -
Single-day tickets for 2012 NCAA Lacrosse Championships at Gillette Stadium on sale now
15 May 2012 | 2:32 pmSingle-day tickets for the 2012 NCAA Men's Lacrosse Championships at Gillette Stadium are on sale now on Ticketmaster.com. -
Ask PFW: A Mid-May Mix
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Patriots sign second-round Draft choice DB Tavon Wilson; QB Mike Hartline released
15 May 2012 | 8:38 amThe New England Patriots announced the signing of second-round draft choice DB Tavon Wilson. In addition, the Patriots released first-year QB Mike Hartline. -
New Patriots LB Hightower makes most of minicamp
14 May 2012 | 1:35 pmNew England's Dont'a Hightower is living out his childhood dream in the NFL.
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Judge Dismisses Part of Lawsuit Over Birds Point Levee
16 May 2012 | 9:38 amNeed Discount Pharmacy? Get aDrug Discount Card from LifeSource Direct.A federal judge has dismissed a large portion of a class-action lawsuit brought by more than 140 southeast Missouri farmers whose land was damaged when Birds Point levee was intentionally breached last year. Judge Nancy B. Firestone of the U.S. Court of Federal Claims in Washington granted the government’s motion to dismiss the first two counts of the lawsuit, in which the farmers are seeking millions of dollars from the U.S. government. The parts Firestone dismissed involve a “takings claim,” which would require the… -
EU Naval Forces Carry Out First Strikes on Somali Pirate Bases
16 May 2012 | 9:37 amNeed Discount Pharmacy? Get aDrug Discount Card from LifeSource Direct.The European Union’s naval force off the Somali coastline on Tuesday carried out its first air strikes against pirate targets on shore, officials said. Maritime aircraft and attack helicopters took part in the attacks early in the morning on the mainland, a spokesman said. No casualties were reported in the raid, which occurred along Somalia’s central coastline in the region of Galmudug. The long coastline of war-ravaged Somalia provides a perfect haven for pirate gangs preying on shipping off the East African coast. -
Aqua Underwriting Enters UK Commercial Market with High Net Worth Products
16 May 2012 | 9:37 amNeed Discount Pharmacy? Get aDrug Discount Card from LifeSource Direct.UK-based Aqua Underwriting announced the launch of a range of niche commercial combined products exclusively for brokers, building on its success with high net worth (HNW) products in the personal lines market. Aqua said its “first commercial products and schemes have been developed specifically for the engineering, plastic manufacturing and print industries,” as well as coverage for unoccupied property. The bulletin added that the company is “applying the same broker-focused and flexible underwriting approach as… -
Allianz Confirms $1.78 Billion Q1 2012 Net Profit
16 May 2012 | 9:37 amNeed Discount Pharmacy? Get aDrug Discount Card from LifeSource Direct.As previously announced, Germany’s Allianz SE has had a successful start in 2012 with increases in overall revenues, operating profit and net income for the first quarter well above first-quarter 2011 levels. Allianz Group also further improved its already strong capital base. The Allianz Group earned €30.1 billion [$38.3 billion] in total revenues, the second-highest level in its history, compared to €29.9 billion [$38 billion] in Q1 2011. Operating profits were €2.3 billion [$2.93 billion], 40.4 percent higher… -
RIP you college flunk-out loser
16 May 2012 | 9:37 amNeed Discount Pharmacy? Get aDrug Discount Card from LifeSource Direct. The various letters and Op-Ed pieces regarding student loans have all missed the point in my view as a college counselor with over 40 years in the admissions/financial aid business. The system “screams” reform. The whole college finance industry has been making big money off the backs of students and families ever since the 1958 National Defense Education Act. Many colleges in search for the “buck” grasp at any straw to “find” the tuition dollar. Students and their unsuspecting parents have been coerced into…
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John Harbaugh calls for the Patriots Asterisk
13 May 2012 | 10:09 am....now do you see why we can't stand this guy? His true colors have finally crossed division lines. Harbaugh is a classic excuse-maker.... and you know that guy that can't stand his best friend being in the limelight? He always has to make a sarcast ... -
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13 May 2012 | 9:25 amDieon Branch 5' 9" 33 when the season starts ... -
2012 Patriots Defense
13 May 2012 | 5:24 amThe Patriots defense for rthe upcoming season has become a very hot topic. Historically Belichick has preferred the 3-4 with a strong mix of nickel defense. In 2011, he switched back and forth between the 3-4 and the 4-3 but threw the Dime defense in ... -
Jabar Gaffney
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Addai
12 May 2012 | 5:19 pmJoseph Addai to sign with the Pats.
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New England Patriots Links 5/16/12 - Wes Welker: The Least Entitled Man in the World
16 May 2012 | 10:11 amTwitter / @WesWelker I signed my tender today. I love the game and I love my teammates! Hopefully doing the right thing gets the right results. #leapoffaith Mark Daniels notes Donte Stallworth considers himself a changed man. Stallworth felt 'surreal' stepping back in Gillette Stadium. "I’m a lot more mature now than I was then. I feel like I’m playing better. I’m in a better place, mentally, physically," Stallworth said. "I just felt like at that time I was trying to mature and grow into a professional athlete. I feel like I’m a lot further down the road than I was… -
Base salary: $725,000 Signing bonus: $75,000 Workout bonus: $50,000 Roster bonus: $218,750...
15 May 2012 | 3:27 pmBase salary: $725,000 Signing bonus: $75,000 Workout bonus: $50,000 Roster bonus: $218,750 Incentives: $300,000 Salary cap charge: $1.36 million A Breakdown Of Joseph Addai's Deal With The Patriots -
Patriots WR Wes Welker Signs Franchise Tender
15 May 2012 | 12:57 pmAccording to his official twitter account, New England Patriots wide receiver Wes Welker has signed his franchise tender with the team. The tender is worth $9.5 million over one year. In the tweet, Welker stated that he "love the game" and his teammates and that "hopefully doing the right thing gets the right results." Clearly, Welker is signing the tender in good faith that the two sides will continue to work out a long term extension. From a fan perspective, this is awesome news. Not only does it get the team's top receiver and Tom Brady's favorite option under contract for at least one… -
Patriots Announce Signing of Tavon Wilson; Release Mike Hartline
15 May 2012 | 9:38 amThe Patriots have started to move with their younger players and announced the signing of Tavon Wilson and the release of Mike Hartline. Hopefully they can continue to fine-tune the roster as the off-season gets into full swing. Wilson was selected in the second round, 48th overall, and was considered a shock to most draftniks. While he was a long term starter and a quality player in his conference, he didn't receive recognition in the post-college process and was not invited to the combine or other activities. Still, Bill Belichick and the Patriots thought he deserved to be drafted and… -
New England Patriots Links 5/15/12 - Take it to the Limit: Who Gets 90th Roster Spot?
15 May 2012 | 8:18 amField Yates reports the Patriots currently have 89 players on the active roster and speculates on who will get the final spot. Kevin Faulk Faulk has spent the entirety of his 13-year career in New England, and has previously suggested that he would only return to the field if it were with the Patriots. The alternative, retirement, seems very much in play as well. ... Faulk was used in a limited role last season, and was not active for Super Bowl XLVI. After countless important carries, catches and blitz pick-ups, he’d have plenty to be proud of should he call for retirement soon. Andre…
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Wareham grad Shea Allard signs with Green Bay Packers
16 May 2012 | 8:15 amThe 2007 Wareham High School graduate, signed to the 90-man roster by Green Bay on Monday after being invited to try out at last week's rookie camp, will be trying to fight his way up the depth chart. -
Beckett, Red Sox mow down Mariners
16 May 2012 | 8:08 amJosh Beckett pitched his best game of the season, striking out nine and scattering four hits over seven innings as the Red Sox shut out the Seattle 5-0, extending Boston's winning streak to five. -
Welker says he signed tender
16 May 2012 | 12:17 amPatriots receiver Wes Welker said Tuesday he has signed the $9.5 million tender offer that came along with being designated the team's franchise player. -
Red Sox honor Tim Wakefield
16 May 2012 | 12:06 amThe Red Sox honored Tim Wakefield on Tuesday afternoon with a ceremony before Boston's game against Seattle. -
Baseball: Stingy Wildcats come up winners
16 May 2012 | 12:03 amWESTPORT — The Westport High baseball team saw baseball domination from both sides this week.
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The Yankee clippers
15 May 2012 | 7:43 pmIt was back during the second series of the year against the Yankees that I postulated that the Orioles would not be truly competitive in the AL East until they put a crack in the Yankee mystique. Well, no thanks to me and my hypercritical analysis,... -
Orioles notebook: No significant progress with Reimold's injury
15 May 2012 | 4:24 pmOrioles left fielder Nolan Reimold, on the disabled list with a neck injury, said Tuesday that he still is experiencing tingling in his thumb and forearm and weakness in his left shoulder several days after undergoing an epidural injection. “It's... -
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What would you do with Josh Beckett?
13 May 2012 | 8:52 pmGet through to him Steve Gould Baltimore Sun As much as Josh Beckett's comments show a disconnect with — perhaps even outright disrespect for — his team and its fans, the Red Sox have little recourse other than to try to hammer into his... -
Frank Robinson had deep impact on Orioles' first title team
13 May 2012 | 12:18 pmAsk him for the highlight of his Hall of Fame career and Frank Robinson jumps on it like a high fastball. "The '66 season," he told The Baltimore Sun last month. "I couldn't have scripted the first year [with the Orioles] any better. That's winning the...
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Welker signs tender
15 May 2012 | 11:00 pmWes Welker pulled a bit of a surprise move Tuesday, signing the franchise tender the Patriots placed on him in March. -
Welker may attend Patriots’ minicamp
15 May 2012 | 1:01 amPatriots receiver Wes Welker said on Monday there’s still a chance he will attend the Patriots’ minicamp this month. “We’re still kind of waiting, but I’d really like to be there,’’ Welker told WEEI. “I don’t know. To say I’m going one way or another right now, I’m not going to say definite or anything like that. But I ... -
With Patriots, undrafted does not mean unwanted
13 May 2012 | 2:12 amMaking it to the Super Bowl with 18 undrafted players opens the eyes of a lot of agents looking for a spot for their players. -
Rookie Justin Francis has connections with Patriots
13 May 2012 | 2:08 amThe undrafted defensive lineman played with Devin McCourty and Alex Silvestro at Rutgers, and is good friends with coaching assistant Steve Belichick. -
Markell Carter and Patriots working together
13 May 2012 | 2:04 amThe defensive end and sixth-round pick in 2011 has embraced the chance to get in extra time with the coaching staff.
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Back in the saddle: Beckett dominates Mariners
15 May 2012 | 8:38 pmJosh Beckett rescued himself from the rough Tuesday in the Red Sox's 5-0 win over the Mariners that was meaningful not only for a pitcher who has taken his share of flack, but a team whose starters could not get on track until five games ago. -
Sox riding momentum into showdown with Rays
15 May 2012 | 8:22 pmThe Red Sox are red hot as they roll into St. Petersburg to begin a two-game series with the Rays on Wednesday. Clay Buchholz gets the ball on Wednesday looking to continue Boston's recent stretch of strong starting pitching, while Jeremy Hellickson starts for Tampa Bay after a strong outing against the Orioles on Friday. -
Mirabelli knows how to make an entrance
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Red Sox pay tribute to Wakefield at Fenway
15 May 2012 | 5:29 pmTim Wakefield is still adjusting to life after baseball. On Tuesday, he returned to the place he called home for 17 years: the mound at Fenway Park. -
Salty, not Shoppach, behind plate for Beckett
15 May 2012 | 4:07 pmWith the Mariners starting right-hander Blake Beavin on Tuesday, manager Bobby Valentine elected to go with Jarrod Saltalamacchia instead of Kelly Shoppach, who is a weaker hitter against right-handers.
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Former medic sees injuries on home front
15 May 2012 | 11:00 pmSgt. Brendan Murphy, 29, enlisted in the Army right after Sept. 11, 2001. He served five years as a combat medic, including two tours of duty in Iraq. -
Toughest step can be asking for assistance
15 May 2012 | 11:00 pmSgt. Dan Magoon, 30, returned from three tours of combat in Iraq and Afghanistan with a recurring nightmare. -
After anguish, he had his breakthrough
15 May 2012 | 11:00 pmArmy Specialist Greg Haddad, 27, an infantry paratrooper in the famous 82nd Airborne Division, thought he was invincible during his 15 months in Iraq. -
Beckett up to speed in Sox’ shutout win
15 May 2012 | 11:00 pmWho says Josh Beckett has lost a little off his fastball? -
Ceremony full of emotion
15 May 2012 | 11:00 pmThe Red Sox pulled out all the stops to honor former pitcher Tim Wakefield before Tuesday’s 5-0 win over the Mariners.
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Red Sox News & Notes - 5/16
16 May 2012 | 9:22 amWhen Josh Beckett last walked off the mound at Fenway Park, the Fenway Faithful let him know what they thought of his pitching performance that night. After that start last Thursday, he then watched the other four fellow starters all put up quality starts and picking up the wins. So on his 32nd birthday and the way starters compete with each other plus the way he was perceived after his last outing, you just knew Beckett would come out and silence his critics. And he did exactly just that as he dominated the Mariners lineup for seven innings in a 5-0 win for the home team. He allowed four… -
Paw Prints - The Daily UConn Roundup - 5/16
16 May 2012 | 9:13 amPaw Prints is our daily look at the happenings for the UConn Huskies football, men's basketball and women's basketball teams as well as the other sports the student-athletes engage in. We will do our best to bring you the links from all of the media that covers the Huskies on a daily basis. As always, links can be found by clicking on the read more button below if you're on the home page. Thank you for stopping by and making SOX & Dawgs your home for UConn Huskies news. To open the links up in a new tab or window, use Control+click UConn Football links Big East spending, revenue figures… -
Destination Red Sox Nation - 5/16
16 May 2012 | 8:56 amDestination Red Sox Nation is our look at how the minor league teams of the Boston Red Sox fare each night. Game story and box score links as well as links to team rosters, team stats and league standings can be found by clicking on the read more button below if you're on the home page. If you would like to listen to any of the Red Sox minor league affiliates' games, MiLB.com offers them for free. To open the links up in a new tab or window, use Control+click Hunter Cervenka sent to Cubs, completing Byrd trade [SoxProspects.com] Players of the Week, May 7-13: Miguel Pena & Bryce Brentz… -
Boston Red Sox @ Tampa Bay Rays Pitching Matchups: 5/16-5/17
15 May 2012 | 6:27 pmNote: Pitching matchups are subject to change Wednesday, May 16 @ 7:10 PM Clay Buchholz, RHP (4-1, 8.31) vs Jeremy Hellickson, RHP (3-0, 2.95) TV: NESN, ESPN, MLB.tv Radio: Red Sox Radio Network, MLB Gameday Audio Thursday, May 17 @ 7:10 PM Felix Doubront, LHP (3-1, 4.46) vs Matt Moore, LHP (1-3, 5.31) TV: NESN, MLB Network, MLB.tv Radio: Red Sox Radio Network, MLB Gameday Audio Follow Ian on Twitter @soxanddawgs. And be sure to like us on Facebook as well. -
Welker Signs Franchise Tag
15 May 2012 | 4:37 pmNew England Patriots All-Pro wide receiver Wes Welker has signed his franchise tender according to a team official. The Patriots gave Welker the franchise tag back on March 5th as one of 21 teams to select a franchise player. By signing the tender Welker is guaranteed to make $9.51 million dollars for the 2012 season. He and the team still have until July 14 to reach a longterm agreement and drop the franchise tender. If no agreement on a new contract is reached prior to July 14, Welker will play this season on the one-year guaranteed deal. By signing his tender it allows him to…
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Red Sox hit parade adds to optimism surrounding team
16 May 2012 | 11:10 amThe Red Sox offense is a mix of big name stars and minor league call-ups but everyone is producing. -
Jacoby Ellsbury: Is he headed for a replay of 2010?
15 May 2012 | 1:24 pmThe reports on Jacoby Ellsbury's injury are far too similar to past Red Sox injuries that have resulted in longer than expected stints on the disabled list. -
After Jon Lester's gem, it's time for Josh Beckett to turn things around
15 May 2012 | 12:02 pmJon Lester's dominant performance Monday Night sets the stage for a crucial outing by Josh Beckett -
Daisuke Matsuzaka's minor league starts are not too encouraging
13 May 2012 | 8:36 amDaisuke Matsuzaka's rehab starts look like everything we've come to expect from him. Unfortunately that's not a good thing. -
Josh Beckett needs to own up to mistakes on and off the field
11 May 2012 | 8:05 amJosh Beckett's life in a Red Sox uniform will only get tougher after the comments he made following last night's game.
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At NHL combine, test scores subject to grade inflation
13 May 2012 | 2:45 amThe NHL combine is the annual crap shoot in which clubs project how a prom-aged boy might someday lead his team to the Stanley Cup.
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Philadelphia’s defense never rests
15 May 2012 | 11:00 pmThe 76ers and Celtics aren’t dead even in this series simply because an illegal screen called against Kevin Garnett denied Boston a chance to tie Game 2 Monday. Or because a couple of desperation shots by Lavoy Allen and Evan Turner somehow went through the hoop. -
Wondering how low they’ll go
15 May 2012 | 11:00 pmIn the first two games of the Eastern Conference semifinals, the Celtics and 76ers each have won once, by 1 point, with the games characterized by defense. -
Time for the star to shine
15 May 2012 | 11:00 pmPaul Pierce’s offensive arsenal will never age or go out of style. When he is 47 in 2024, he will still be backing down athletic wunderkinds half his age for a step-back jumper on the paint-chipped rims of Rogers Park in Inglewood, Calif. -
Allen was there to carry load
15 May 2012 | 11:00 pmRay Allen led the Celtics in scoring 12 times in the first 45 games of the season. Ankle injuries have slowed Allen since, but he was resilient in Boston’s 82-81 loss to the 76ers Monday night. -
In NBA, East is least
15 May 2012 | 11:00 pmWelcome to the NBA Eastern Conference playoffs, or, as 98.3 percent of the country calls it, the Big Letdown.
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Vertica/HP Veteran Chris Lynch Joins Atlas for Big Data Investing
16 May 2012 | 8:00 amErin Kutz Chris Lynch, the tech exec who said venture capital was not for him, is the newest member of the technology team at Atlas Venture, the Cambridge, MA-based firm announced today. In March, Lynch left his role as CEO of Vertica Systems, a year after the data analytics company was acquired by Hewlett-Packard for $300 million. At the time of his departure, Lynch told my colleague Greg Huang that he was looking to work hands-on with Boston-area big data entrepreneurs, but not in a VC role. So what changed? “I’ve seen so many more deals than I ever thought I would,” Lynch says. “I… -
Targeted Cancer Drugs With Punch: The Next Big Class of Antibodies
16 May 2012 | 2:05 amLuke Timmerman One of the big dreams in biotech over the past 35 years has been to make drugs that work like “smart bombs” by destroying tumors while minimizing collateral damage. Scientists have learned this is no easy thing, but now that a couple of these types of drugs have been shown to work, a new wave of companies is emerging to see if they can finally turn this vision into reality. Targeted antibody drugs have been around for a long time, and have been shown to do a lot of good for patients. Some of the world’s best-selling medicines are designed to specifically hone in on cancer… -
InsightSquared, Bradford, Plastiq, & More Boston Dealmakers
15 May 2012 | 11:01 pmErin Kutz We saw deals this week for companies working on database, business intelligence, credit card processing, and security technology. —Hopkinton, MA-based data storage giant EMC (NYSE: EMC) confirmed its acquisition of Israeli flash-storage startup XtremIO. Other media outlets peg the purchase price at $430 million, though EMC has not officially revealed the deal amount. —Cambridge, MA-based Bradford Networks pulled in $3 million in funding led by Updata Partners and joined by Windspeed Ventures. Bradford develops technology for secure network access for personal mobile device use… -
Promedior Moves Fibrosis Pipeline to Boston, Hires Shire Vet as CEO
15 May 2012 | 8:30 amArlene Weintraub Biotech firm Promedior announced today that it will be moving its headquarters from Malvern, PA, to Boston, and that it has hired a new CEO, Suzanne Bruhn,who was previously senior vice president for planning and program management for Shire’s Human Genetic Therapies division. Promedior is working on several drugs to treat fibrosis—a type of tissue scarring that contributes to a range of diseases affecting major organs such as heart, lung, and kidney, as well as the eyes. In March, the company raised $21.5 million in a Series D funding round from its previous investors,… -
Coaching Program Springboard Hits Boston With Life Sciences Entrepreneurs
15 May 2012 | 2:00 amErin Kutz Startup accelerators like Y Combinator and TechStars are known for producing the latest and greatest in Web startups. But there’s a set of established and accomplished companies—like ZipCar (NASDAQ: ZIP), Xenogen, and Constant Contact (NASDAQ: CTCT)—that also received startup coaching, mentoring, and connections to investors back in their day. They went through a different program, run by Washington, DC-based Springboard Enterprises. Unlike the aforementioned accelerators (and the dozens upon dozens of imitators they’ve spawned), Springboard doesn’t directly offer funding…
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Game Changers: NYT Mike Lupica Bases New Book on Doug Flutie
14 May 2012 | 7:32 amGame Changers by Mike Lupica is a book about regular kids trying to do something great in sports. It's a MUST READ that will captivate middle school athletes as well as kids, parents, and coaches. Boston great and former NFL quarterback Doug Flutie is Lupic's favorite athlete and the book was inspired by Flutie... -
Top Spots To Live in Boston 2012 – By Street
8 May 2012 | 6:14 amDo you live on the best street in your town? The one where someone is always available to sign for your mail, tends to their garden religiously, or organizes the annual block party? Are your lawns the best kept or your homes the most stately? Think you know which streets in Boston are the best to live on?? Well you may be in for a surprise... -
If You Can Tear It Down, Buyers Will Rebuild It
6 May 2012 | 11:08 amLove the location, hate the house? Not to worry! In today's greater Boston housing market, particularly along the Route 128 belt, prospective buyers have no compulsion about paying big bucks, just to then tear down the current home... -
Rosé Wine, Ming Tsai, and Wasik’s Cheese…What More Could You Ask For?
2 May 2012 | 9:17 amFoodies will be rockin' and rollin' in Wellesley on May 21st, when Blue Ginger Restaurant hosts the ROSÉS of Chateau D'Esclans Dinner! Savor the Crab Coated Halibut with Toasted Almond-Mint Risotto as well as the Sauteed Shrimp with Fresh Bamboo Shoot-Spring Pea Ragout Japanese Yam Puree... -
US Home-Buying Season Finally Signaling Recovery
16 Apr 2012 | 10:11 amBoston's HOT!! The weather, the Boston Marathon, and the real estate market in Boston all share a signature characteristic these days! And across the nation, the housing industry is showing a firm footing as an improving job market, incredible mortgage rates, and perceived value in housing prices create a strong foundation in housing's recovery...
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Sat May 26th: Garbage at Paradise Rock Club Boston
16 May 2012 | 3:40 pmGarbage Boston : Paradise Rock Club 967 Commonwealth Ave. 02215 on 2012-05-26 -
Fri Jun 15th: Avicii at TD Garden (Fleet Center) Boston
16 May 2012 | 3:37 pmAvicii on gruvr Boston : TD Garden (Fleet Center) 100 Legends Way 02114 on 2012-06-15 -
Sat Jun 23rd: Neil Diamond at TD Garden (Fleet Center) Boston
16 May 2012 | 3:33 pmNeil Diamond Boston : TD Garden (Fleet Center) 100 Legends Way 02114 on 2012-06-23 -
Sun Jul 1st: Roger Waters at Fenway Park Boston
16 May 2012 | 3:30 pmRoger Waters on gruvr Boston : Fenway Park 4 Yawkey Way 02215 on 2012-07-01 -
Mon Jul 2nd: Tenacious D at Bank of America Pavilion Boston
16 May 2012 | 3:27 pmTenacious D on gruvr Boston : Bank of America Pavilion 290 Northern Ave, 02216 on 2012-07-02
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My friends and I do this thing where we celebrate all major...
7 May 2012 | 2:46 pmMy friends and I do this thing where we celebrate all major events/reunions by making pies. Mostly, this is because we have an expert baker in our group who single-handedly produces pie spreads like this one. I, on the other hand, can only make one type - key lime! - which I argue is the best kind, though some people dispute its status as a pie given its short baking time (blasphemy, I say!). I have produced key lime pie for a myriad of special occasions, including my dog’s birthday and finals period. Given that it is also Kennedy’s favorite, it seemed appropriate for the festivities :)… -
In DC visiting one of my besties from college. Folks came from...
7 May 2012 | 12:55 pmIn DC visiting one of my besties from college. Folks came from six different states to surprise the birthday girl :) I’m in town until tomorrow and then headed back to Boston where I need to get many life things in order. (Yes, Kennedy is wearing an 80s prom dress. This is because she is awesome.) -
Above was my in-flight reading today :) I just got to DC a...
5 May 2012 | 2:42 pmAbove was my in-flight reading today :) I just got to DC a couple hours ago. I’m here until Tuesday to see my friend Kennedy. (A bunch of us flew in to surprise her for her 25th birthday!). I’m meeting up with tons of people (who I might not see for a long time when I move) and in between, trying to write write write as much as possible. I promise I will cease posting book covers in lieu of actual photos as soon as I get a chance to go through my pictures from Provincetown ;) -
So! The above was filmed two years ago when I was a college...
30 Apr 2012 | 2:41 pmSo! The above was filmed two years ago when I was a college senior. I had just met filmmaker Therese Shechter who was working on the documentary HOW TO LOSE YOUR VIRGINITY, and we were both attending an abstinence conference being held at Harvard. It was the first spark of inspiration for the Rethinking Virginity conference I planned later that spring. My 22-year-old self’s camera presence aside, Therese’s awesome project is now so close to being completed but we need your help! In her words: Our goal for How To Lose Your Virginity is to undo centuries of myths and contradictions around… -
"Every saint has a past and every sinner has a future."
30 Apr 2012 | 1:01 pm“Every saint has a past and every sinner has a future.” - Oscar Wilde
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The SavvyBostonian
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Easy Entertaining: Hosting an Elegant At-Home Bridal Shower
30 Apr 2012 | 6:09 pmEditor’s Note: It must be wedding season, because this useful blog entry I wrote two years ago is getting a lot of hits lately. In the spirit of sharing, I’m re-publishing for new blog readers. Enjoy! The prospect of throwing an at-home bridal shower can seem daunting – and rightfully so, as it is a lot of work. The sooner you accept that it’s far more significant and detail-oriented than your average dinner party, the better. It’s (hopefully) a once-in-a-lifetime event for the bride and it should come off as flawless. No pressure, right? English Tea Themed… -
Highlights From The Social Media Strategies Summit Chicago
25 Apr 2012 | 9:07 pmThe Art Institute of Chicago Attending and speaking at a quality conference every few months is fantastic for putting things into perspective and getting the creative juices flowing. From meeting intelligent, enthusiastic professionals, to learning the best practices of dynamic companies, social media conferences are both educational and inspirational. At GSMI’s recent Social Media Strategies Summit in Chicago, I was fortunate to be one of the morning keynote speakers, but also gained many valuable learning’s to share with my favorite blog readers. (1) Copy Should Be Human, Yet… -
Boston: Five Reasons You Should Volunteer for the Boston Marathon Next Year
16 Apr 2012 | 8:27 amEditor’s note: In honor of my 5th anniversary volunteering for the Boston Marathon, I am re-publishing a blog entry that I wrote in 2010 about five reasons why you should volunteer for the Boston Marathon. Volunteering continues a great experience and I would recommend signing up to anyone who is interested! Every year the Boston Marathon rolls into town and takes over the city. As thousands line up along the course to watch the runners make their way into Boston, it’s very easy to get swept up in the excitement of the race. For the past five years, I’ve volunteered for the Boston… -
Boston: Snapshots From a Fantastic Easter Weekend
12 Apr 2012 | 9:06 pmThough I’m often out of town for major holidays, Easter is the one special time of year when my family descends upon Boston for a fun-filled weekend. My parents are probably savvier than some locals, given the amount of time they’ve spent in the city over the past 11 years. This is both a pro and a con, as it’s great that they know the city so well, but challenging in the sense that I’m tasked with planning the perfect mix of fun activities, both new and cherished favorites, for them to enjoy. If you were to ask them, they’d probably tell you that I think about… -
Food: Sweet Lydia’s Toasted Coconut Marshmallows
30 Mar 2012 | 9:32 pmMmmmm….marshmallows! Typically perfect for soaking up hot cocoa or spilling over the side of a gooey s’more, it’s rare that marshmallows are the star of the show…until now. During a jaunt to the SoWa Winter Market, I discovered just how satisfying this confection could be on its own by sampling the toasted coconut mashmallows from Sweet Lydia’s. Perfectly described as extra fluffy, eight good-sized marshmallows come in a pack for $4.50. While this Savvy Bostonian has only tried toasted coconut, the marshmallows also come in thirteen other tempting flavors like…
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Toy Queen | Educational Toys and Games | Babies | Toddlers | Preschoolers | Kids
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Worst Mother’s Day Gift Ever
13 May 2012 | 5:48 amI just woke up from the weirdest dream ever. I raced across New York City through cabs and elevators to return to the hotel for Gavin’s left over chicken fingers prior to going to Wagamama for dinner. In my dream state, it took 2 hours to get those chicken fingers to Wagamama. Where, in my conscious opinion, we’ve been served some of the best chicken fingers ever. Maybe it’s because today is Mother’s Day. Even in our subconscious we are sacrificing and thinking about caring for our children. Though I personally don’t think we should need a Hallmark holiday to… -
Lifeproof iPhone Case Review
11 May 2012 | 3:27 am©Lifeproof As a multi-tasking adult, my iPhone 4S is the biggest and most expensive toy that I have. Given that I have a 2-year-old and work with kids throughout the school day, often handing over my iPhone to access educational apps, many parents have cringed as I have freely passed over this expensive device without any worries. Initially my iPhone was covered by the Apple warranty. Now my iPhone is protected by the Lifeproof iPhone case. Lifeproof states, “This is a waterproof, shockproof, dustproof, and snowproof case. It gives individuals complete freedom to use their iPhone in… -
AllerMates: Allergy Bracelets for Kids
7 May 2012 | 12:28 pm©AllerMates Professionally I have seen a HUGE increase in children with life threatening allergies to foods and the environment. My son’s daycare is peanut free, as well as many of the schools that I work in. Signs in the buildings everywhere caution teachers, parents and visitors about peanut allergies, but not all people notice them or are sensitive to the severity of this issue. It is a serious source of stress for the parents of these children because some kids don’t just go into anaphylactic shock from eating this food, others can be so allergic they react from touching a… -
Kids Sunscreen & Sun Safety
7 May 2012 | 5:00 amI was recently picked to be one of the Coopertone Water MOMS! This program enlists parents and bloggers nationwide to not only spread the name of the Coppertone brand,but learn and share some basic fasts about sun safety. Though it hasn’t been all that warm here in the NorthEast to apply much sunscreen yet, no matter which brand of kids sunscreen you are loyal to, here are some facts and ideas provided to me in a brochure by Coppertone that may be helpful to your family. 1. Follow the Numbers Choose a Broad Spectrum sunscreen SPF 15 or higher whenever you’re outdoors 2. Select… -
Alphabet Smart Blocks
5 May 2012 | 6:03 am©Kristins Gifts Learning the letters of the alphabet can be difficult for some and easy for others. Some kids love letters, while others want nothing to do with them, leaving their parents angered and frustrated on how they are going to master this critical life skill for reading and writing. Many parents often tell me how their children don’t like to sit with them and work on pencil and paper tasks but they will with their teachers and other professionals. So my little nugget of information in this area is to find a tool that is not always pencil and paper and combine it with…
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Universal Hub - All Boston, all the time
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Councilors, school officials to consider educational musical chairs on Thursday
16 May 2012 | 1:23 pmMission Hill teddy bear explains the problems with moving Mission Hill K-8. BPS officials are scheduled to explain a proposed $21-million school relocation plan to a skeptical City Council committee at a hearing that starts at 11 a.m. in the council's fifth-floor chambers in City Hall. Under the proposal, two high schools, including New Mission High School, would be moved to the closed Hyde Park High School - for which state officials are now withholding renovation funds because the money was supposed to be spent only for schools that are open and Fenway High School would be moved into the… -
If a tree falls in a public square ...
16 May 2012 | 1:04 pmA sad day in Copley Square today as 20 London Plane trees are being cut down. The affected trees are located throughout the park and average eight-inches dbh (diameter at breast height). All specimens are dead or dying due to canker stain fungal infection. Other tree species in the park are not affected by the disease. Every single person walking through the Square stopped and remarked on the shocking site on view. Kids from the nearby high school were almost in tears. But, all is not lost: Parks Department staff will be on hand to present details on the trees slated for removal in the park… -
Inevitable becomes more concrete at South Station
16 May 2012 | 1:01 pmNew fare schedule on a fare machine. Photo by MBTA. The T began slapping new fare schedules on fare machines at South Station today, in advance of July 1's increases. -
But will they rename it WSUX?
16 May 2012 | 12:49 pmThe Boston Business Journal reports the Phoenix has sold WFNX to Clear Channel and that pretty much everybody but news anchor Ted Baxter Program Director Paul Driscoll has been let go. The station could go to Spanish or country and western. -
Norwood man wants ad agency to sing different tune over McDonald's Filet-o-Fish ad
16 May 2012 | 8:13 amWho could forget that McDonald's commercial with the singing fish? Not Daniel Thomas Calden of Norwood, who says the ad agency that came up with it ripped off his idea, to the tune of $20 million in damages. In his copyright-infringement lawsuit, originally filed in state court but now in US District Court in Boston, Calden says the ad by Arnold Worldwide of Boston is based on a music video he posted to a McDonald's contest on MySpace in 2008. Calden's video was about the Big Mac and featured a singing sock puppet, but Calden says it's obvious Arnold took his work and parodied it for use in…
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Open Media Boston - metro news from the ground up
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Pilgrim Nuclear Fight Heats Up in Massachusetts
14 May 2012 | 11:01 pmPlymouth, MA - Political fallout from the Fukushima nuclear disaster is fueling local opposition to the Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station in Plymouth, Massachusetts. The aging facility’s operating license expires on June 8, 2012, and its owners want a 20-year extension. It looked like it had a green light from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, which recommended an approval vote. But out of nowhere, local opposition to the license grew and spread from town to town, stiffening the backs of state and Congressional representatives, the state Attorney General, and the Governor, who urged the NRC to… -
"Secure Communities" Undermines Us All
12 May 2012 | 11:09 amFor a time, most Americans believed theirs to be a liberal democratic republic respectful of individual freedoms, and many including some with authority, behaved as if it were. As long as there was a separation of powers—the federal authority limited by the power of states, while itself divided by across executive, judicial and legislative branches, and big business balanced by government regulation—it was believed that space exists for individual freedom. Where the individual confronted the state, due process would guard against abuse. However plausible as a theory, or even as a… -
"Woody Sez" Connects The Dots For Music Lovers And Political Activists
11 May 2012 | 4:46 pmCambridge, MA - When audiences give performers a standing ovation, sometimes it feels obligatory rather than congratulatory. In the case of the four actor/musicians performing in "Woody Sez" at the American Repertory Theater in Harvard Square, the applause and accolades heard at Wednesday’s press opening were not only well deserved, they were rewarded with an encore. read more -
Busy With School for a Bit
8 May 2012 | 6:15 pmGreetings all. Regular viewers of Open Media Boston will likely have noted that I have periodically mentioned being an MFA student at a local university for almost a year and a half. Well, now that I'm angling towards my thesis semester, my editorials will be a bit more sporadic when I'm busy with schoolwork - as is the case this month. So much as I love holding forth on issues of the day, I've got a big project I'm working on and a thesis to write over the rest of the year. And if all the effort I've been putting into school is going to be worth it, just be aware that I'll there will be… -
Change of T Service? Thank Scott Brown!
7 May 2012 | 7:52 pmMost Boston-area commuters are intimately familiar with the iconic MBTA service map. So when thousands of T riders received a "Change of Service" announcement during rush hour yesterday morning, it took many by surprise. Produced by Metro Boston Climate Defense (MBCD), the new map details what the MBTA might look like in 30 years as a result of rising sea levels and storm surge caused by climate change. With the Financial District, Logan Airport, East Boston, Back Bay and several other neighborhoods totally under water, ferries would have to replace the Red, Green and Blue Line service riders…
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Massachusetts Personal Injury Lawyers
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4 Facts about Malpractice
15 May 2012 | 1:02 pmMedical malpractice claims get a lot of attention in the media. When they do, it’s usually because there was a very large jury award and the number impresses people. Unfortunately, the reporting seldom goes as far into the reasons that the case was filed as it does into the size of the jury award. It’s important to understand that these cases usually are not at all frivolous. Here are four things to consider about medical negligence. 1. Some Doctors Are Awful While many doctors will be sued and found blameless for malpractice, there are also doctors who get sued for it over and… -
Irvine Nursing Home Lawyers Helping Injured Victims
7 May 2012 | 11:06 amThe explosive growth of nursing home populations in the last twenty years is not a phenomenon that is expected to change in the future. As the Baby Boomer generation ages, more and more senior adults will find a need for nursing home care, especially since the upcoming younger generations will need to have two incomes in many cases. When one partner cannot stay at home to care for an aged parent, nursing homes are the obvious solution to the problem.\ However, many nursing homes are acquiring bad reputations due to abuses and neglectful behavior on the part of staff members. In many cases,… -
CPSC Announces Recall Expansion of Lenovo Computers due to Fire Hazard
7 May 2012 | 6:41 amThe U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced the recall of approximately 13,000 additional Lenovo ThinkCentre M70z and M90z computers due to a defect in the power supply that can cause overheating and poses a fire hazard. The original recall was announced in March 2012 and included an estimated 50,500 computers. Incident Reports The firm, Lenovo, of Morrisville, North Carolina, has received report of one smoke incident and one fire incident in the United States. No injuries have yet been reported. Product Description The affected all-in-one desktop computers are flat-panel… -
Construction Accidents in Rhode Island
3 May 2012 | 4:22 pmConstruction is among the most dangerous work sectors in the world and in the United States. In fact, a 2010 census conducted by the Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals that construction accidents account for more fatal work injuries than any other land-based industry. Out of 4,070 worker fatalities in private industry, 751 or 18.5% were in construction. The “fatal four” or the four leading causes of construction-related deaths were falls, electrocutions, being struck by an object, or being caught-in or in between objects. Aside from these primary dangers while doing his/her job, a… -
How Much is My Injury Claim Worth?
2 May 2012 | 10:45 amThe first question New Jersey injury lawyers often hear when taking a case is, “How much is my claim worth?” The actual value of an accident claim depends on a variety of factors, including the victim’s losses in the accident, type of insurance coverage involved and liability. Determining these factors helps identify a specific dollar amount when approaching an insurance company for a settlement. Economic Loss in an Accident In New Jersey, a personal injury victim may usually pursue an at-fault party for economic losses sustained in an accident. These losses can be medical expenses…


