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Red Sox legend says Yankees must ‘pay for it’ after New York honor
In an unexpected turn of events, Boston Red Sox legend David Ortiz, the “Yankee Killer,” was honored by the New York State Senate in Albany on Monday for his prolific career and off-the-field philanthropic work. “The Yankees had the opportunity to sign me. They didn’t, so now they...
Susanna Tapani scores her second OT winner of the series to help Boston advance to the PWHL finals
Susanna Tapani scored her second overtime winner of the series to help Boston rally past Montreal 3-2 on Tuesday night and advance to the Professional Women’s Hockey League championship series.
2014 Boston Marathon winner finally gets prize money, but not from BAA
BOSTON - 2014 Boston Marathon winner Buzunesh Deba finally got her prize money, but it came from a stranger, not race organizers.Who won the 2014 Boston Marathon?Deba finished the 2014 race just behind Rita Jeptoo. But two years later, the Boston Athletic Association (BAA), which organizes the marathon, stripped Jeptoo of the title because of doping. That gave Deba the official title and she also became the official course record holder for running Boston in 2 hours, 19 minutes and 59 seconds, a record that still stands 10 years later.But she never got that prize money from the BAA.Where is the...
City of Boston Hosts Olympic Swimmers, Kicks Off International Water Safety Day Events
BOSTON – Tuesday, May 14, 2024 – Today, the City of Boston was joined by Olympic swimmers Cullen Jones and Janelle Atkinson to kick off a series of events to raise awareness of International Water Safety Day, an annual day of recognition to bring global awareness about drowning prevention. The morning reception kicks off two days of events that will include visits to two Boston Public Schools, a technique clinic for youth at the BCYF Flaherty Pool in Roslindale, and a water safety festival and swim lesson at the BCYF Mattahunt Community Center in Mattapan. This series of events is the latest in the City of Boston’s Swim Safe campaign that strives to improve water safety by making swim lessons and water access top priorities.
Garden City Cup returns May 23
On Thursday, May 23, Newton South High School will host the Garden City Cup, an annual exhibition match involving all the tennis teams at Newton North and Newton South. This year marks the 22nd anniversary of the competition, which is made possible through collaboration between the high schools’ athletics departments, the city’s Parks, Recreation and Culture Department and the Friends of Newton Tennis.
Pitchers who rake: Vote for the High School Softball Player of the Week
Wayland High's Sofia Simmons has been voted the High School Softball Player of the Week. Simmons collected over 12,000 votes to earn the honor. She went 3-for-4 with a double in Wayland's 7-4 win over Boston Latin. And this week's candidates are... Shannon MacLeod, Sr., Notre Dame Academy: MacLeod pitched...
Boston-area things to do this week, 5/13 - 5/16
Tuesday🏒 The Anchor in Charlestown hosts a watch party for the Bruins playoff game against the Panthers, 6pm-11pm.🏺 Make your own plant vase or pot at Pottery With A Purpose's workshop at Dorchester Brewing Co., 6pm-7:30pm.Price: $75.WednesdayRevolutionary Spaces presents Coercion, Conflict, and Consensus: Revolution is Brewing (Anew!) in Boston, an immersive game experience at the Old South Meeting House where modern day Americans can debate the issues that lead to the revolution.💭 Deehan's thought bubble: I'm emceeing this one, so I expect a big crowd!Thursday📖 East End Books hosts author Charlee Dyroff to discuss her novel, "Loneliness & Company," moderated by writer Aube Rey Lescure, 6pm-7pm.
Scoreboard roundup: 5/12/24
Here are the scores from Sunday's sports events: MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL INTERLEAGUEBoston 3, Washington 2Arizona 9, Baltimore 2Colorado 3, Texas 1 AMERICAN LEAGUEMinnesota 5, Toronto 1Cleveland 7, Chi White Sox 0Houston 9, Detroit 3NY Yankees 10, Tampa Bay 6Kansas City 4, LA Angels 2Seattle 8, Oakland 4
Sign Ups Now Open: Booty by Brabants Pickleball Tournament at PKL
A Sunday Funday Pickleball Tournament & Spring Launch Event in South Boston complete with shopping, a DJ, drinks & more. Boston-based athleisure brand Booty by Brabants will host a Sunday Funday Launch Party on May 19, inviting their community to get active at PKL in South Boston while playing America’s fast-growing sport. Whether you’re on your pickleball A game or have just been wanting to experience the hype, this event is open to both spectators and competitors alike.
Kickoff time announced for season opener against Florida State
Boston College will open the Bill O'Brien era on Monday September 2nd against Florida State in Tallahassee. ESPN announced on Tuesday that the game will be a 7:30PM Labor Day kickoff, and the game will be featured on ESPN. The Eagles will be looking to build upon their 2023 season...
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