Vermont base for new fighter jet raises questions
Was Vt. chosen as the new home of F-35 jets because Senator Patrick Leahy is a powerful political ally of the National Guard?
Mass. Senate OK’s $800 million transportation bill
The Senate overwhelmingly approved a transportation bill seen as a compromise between a House measure and Governor Deval Patrick’s proposal.
Born to high iron, Stephen Lynch forged his own way
As he runs for US Senate, Lynch maintains that his 18 years as an ironworker instilled in him an understanding of America’s working men and women.
Facing questions, DAs suspend outsourcing of bad check cases
Until recently, six Mass. district attorneys were allowing debt-collection companies to use official stationery to accuse people of passing bad checks.
living longer, living better
Empty nesters enjoy the freedom of downsizing
A growing number of empty nesters are finding the challenges, strain, and sometimes elation of dismantling homes they have lived in for decades.
LESLIE COBER-GENTRY for The Boston Globe
Innovation Economy
Increasingly, tech firms are crossing river
A year ago, it was rare for tech companies to land in downtown Boston, but now, the low rents and short leases are luring them.
Smith, Gebremeskel win BAA 5K
Kim Smith was the women’s winner and Dejen Gebremeskel was the top male finisher at Sunday’s Boston Athletic Association 5K.
Shalane Flanagan carries local pride into Boston Marathon debut
Marblehead’s Flanagan could become the first American woman to win Boston since 1985.
Dwarfs outrunning expectations in Boston Marathon
Juli Windsor and John Young have known casual cruelty, but the first dwarfs in Boston Marathon field know nothing of giving up.
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Sports
Red Sox 2, Rays 1
Shane Victorino gives Red Sox a win
Shane Victorino drove in Jacoby Ellsbury in the 10th inning to give the Red Sox a 2-1 win Saturday.
Metro
O’Malley named by pope to a key advisory council
Pope Francis has appointed Boston’s Cardinal Sean P. O’Malley to a panel that will advise him on reforming governance of the church.
Columnists
Nation & World
Kerry offers missile defense concession
Secretary of State John Kerry told China that the US will reduce missile defenses in the area if N. Korea dropped their nuclear plans.
Politics
Political Notebook
Mother of Newtown victim pleas for gun control
The mother of a child killed in the school shooting delivered her raw plea Saturday, using an avenue normally reserved for the president.
Business
Kendall Square: Still the place to be for start-ups
For Sebastian Castro, cofounder of Leaf, the culture of Kendall Square was a compelling reason to stay put.
Arts
Music
Keith Richards on the record
Sarah Rodman caught up with the 69-year-old rock icon to chat about the TD Garden show, his 2010 memoir, and the importance of new music.
Travel
Denny’s opens Las Vegas wedding chapel
Those seeking a unique setting in which to exchange vows need look no further than Denny’s, which has opened a flagship restaurant with a wedding chapel in Las Vegas.
Books
for children
Stories of light, darkness, and a little splash of red
“The Dark,” a new picture book by Lemony Snicket, is that rarest of rarities — an instant children’s classic.
Globe Insiders
Editorial Event | April 17
Editorial Event: Video tips with Dina Rudick
Editorial Event: Video tips with Dina RudickAttend a session on photography and videography with the host of BostonGlobe.com’s “Back Story” series.