Mayor Martin Walsh said he has been trying to broker a deal that will allow gay groups to march in the St. Patrick’s Day parade in South Boston.
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House Speaker Robert DeLeo urged officials to do a thorough review to avoid having to restart the entire licensing process.
New Boston Marathon security rules issuedThe Boston Athletic Association announced restrictions on strollers, backpacks, and runners’ costumes for the race.
New research paves the way for a new generation of prenatal genetic tests to be offered to all pregnant women.
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Apps like Wickr and Confide may be tapping into a growing desire for privacy. But are they as secure as they claim?
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As the one-year anniversary of Benedict’s resignation approaches, he has made four noteworthy public expressions of support for Pope Francis.
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In an unlikely next move for the career law officer, Edward Davis is joining a tech startup focused on crime data.
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Red Sox have revolving door at shortstop There has been a lot of turnover at shortstop since Nomar Garciaparra left, but there have also been three World Series titles.
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Baker walks bridge with ChristieCharlie Baker and Chris Christie will attend a Boston fundraiser for the Republican Governors Association, but for Baker, associating too closely with Christie is a bridge too far.
The Bruins gave up the tying goal in the final minute of regulation and allowed the winning goal just seconds into overtime.
Mayor Martin Walsh offered tough love and encouragement to prisoners in the addiction recovery class.
There is a frenetic effort by establishment politicians to win the backing of the street protesters.
More than 8 in 10 Democrats say they want Hillary Rodham Clinton to run for president in 2016.
Target said Wednesday that its profit in the fourth quarter fell as the breach scared off customers worried about security.
Dominique Benicheti’s documentary about an elderly farmer won the top prize at the 1973 Locarno Film Festival and promptly dropped from sight.
The “House of Cards” character’s intentions play out in classic silhouettes, a neutral, dark palette, and minimal accessories.
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Medical care is now a tool of warModern conflicts have destroyed the old protections around health care — and we’re only just beginning to assess the damage.
