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Kiersten Anderson Wins 2026 Oncology Social Worker of the Year
There is always more to the story than just the award. Kiersten Anderson, MSW ’19, is no exception. Anderson was named 2026 Oncology Social Worker of the Year at the Association of Oncology Social Workers’ (AOSW) annual conference this past June, but the award followed years of hard work.
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Why Christmas Was Once Illegal in Boston
Few places in America carry as much festive expectation as New England in December. The image practically sells itself: snow on cobblestones, candlelit windows, church bells echoing off old brick. So it comes as a genuine surprise to learn that Boston, now fully at ease with tinsel and holiday markets, once made celebrating Christmas a ... Read more
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‘That’s my son, that’s my kid’: Mother of ‘Voice of Logan’ winner shares how proud she is
BOSTON (WHDH) - He’s got the voice, and he has his mom’s stamp of approval. Arlington native and HVAC pipe fitter Chris Donisi is your new Voice of Logan. “Crazy,” Donisi said. “Never expected it to be this big.”. Just as big is his mom Helen’s...
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Without a deal, Brigham and Women's nurses begin open-ended strike on Thursday
With thousands of Brigham and Women's Hospital nurses gearing up to go on strike again and march through the streets of Longwood Medical Area later this week, Gov. Maura Healey and Boston Mayor Michelle Wu made appearances at a pivotal negotiating session Monday. "We attended the start of the negotiating...
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Select Board hears financial update on Transfer Station
WINCHESTER - As the Select Board gears up to discuss Transfer Station fees (specifically sticker prices), members heard from Transfer Station Manager Nick Parlee and DPW Director Bob LaBossiere about revenues at the station over the past couple of years. The town managed to increase revenue by $140,000 while at...
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Brighton Cafe Brings Homey, Classic Breakfasts to the Comm. Ave. and Washington St. Corner
At the corner of Commonwealth Ave. and Washington St. sits a quaint diner that isn’t trying to break ground or stir up the breakfast game. It does the one job that seems increasingly rare: serving a homey, much-needed, classic breakfast. Boston has no shortage of expensive, trendy places trying...
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Remains of World War II veteran identified, returned home after 82 years
LYNN, Mass. (CNN) - After more than eight decades, the remains of a World War II veteran are finally home. Pvt. Joseph Gala was laid to rest in Lynn, Massachusetts, on Thursday. Gala, who was 21 when he died, entered the military in 1943 and was killed in action the...
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The Natick Comets are taking over the PWHL on Feb 6!
Natick Comets Take on the PWHL! Join Us for a Night with the Boston Fleet!. Get ready, Comets! We're heading to Agganis Arena for an exciting night of professional women's hockey!. The Natick Comets Hockey Club is thrilled to invite our players, families, coaches, and community to join us on...
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Rollie Anderson, respected 'shoe-leather' detective, dies at 83
For many, retired Weston Deputy Police Chief Roland "Rollie" Anderson was known as a hard-working investigator that would chase leads the old-fashioned way and was a fountain of information he shared with anyone who needed it. But for his granddaughter, Anderson was and "incredible grandfather.” Anderson of Waltham, died on Tuesday, Nov. 3. He was 83 years old. "He was the most incredible grandfather anyone could ever ask for,” said granddaughter Kellie Hofferty. “He was kind and sweet and soft-spoken. He was always proud of you, no matter what, and he always made sure you knew how proud of you he was.” Anderson, a lifelong Waltham resident, joined the Weston Police Department in 1969 and remained until he retired in 2008 as deputy chief. Throughout his career, Anderson developed a reputation beyond just Weston – police from Boston, other surrounding communities, and even from out of state, would seek him out for his expertise on burglary investigations. He also specialized in crimes committed by “travelers,” which were known as gypsies back when Anderson first began as an officer, his friend and fellow retired officer Robert Millen said. ““He was a very, very dedicated police man,” said Millen. “And it’s not
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Near-miss data shows trouble spots on Brookline’s roads
A car backed up in the middle of the intersection, prompting a honk. A pedestrian couple wove between cars to cross the road without the walk sign on. A car switched lanes at the last minute to turn left at the lights. An e-bike accelerated through a red light. These...
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BC’s Prison Education Program Launches Work-Study Program For Incarcerated Graduates
Boston College Prison Education Program (BCPEP) recently launched a six-month pilot program offering paid remote internships for incarcerated graduates in collaboration with the Alliance for Higher Education in Prisons and the Massachusetts Department of Corrections. “This is not only a first for our program, this is a first for the...