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Here’s what to know about next month’s Red Line partial shutdown
Local News The MBTA announced Wednesday that the Fairmount Commuter Rail Line will be free during the closure. The Red Line’s Ashmont Branch and Mattapan Line will close for 16 days in October. Erin Clark/The Boston Globe The MBTA is shutting down the Red Line from JFK/UMass Station through Ashmont and Mattapan Stations from Saturday, […]
Report: Brand new Green Line Extension riddled with defects
Local News The recent discovery of track defects on the GLX has lowered speeds to 3 mph in some areas — slower than many people walk. A rider steps onto a trolley at Union Square. Carlin Stiehl for The Boston Globe, File Heralded as the dawn of a new era for the MBTA when it […]
Bruins training camp takeaways: Poitras plays with Pastrnak, early look at bruising fourth line
Bruins “I was a little nervous to play on a line and practice with a player of that caliber.” The Bruins held their first on-ice practice of training camp on Thursday morning. John Tlumacki / The Boston Globe The Bruins opened their 2023 training camp on Wednesday morning, but their first official on-ice session came […]
Review: What we think of the new ‘spiked’ line of Dunkin’ coffees and teas
Beer From spiked original iced coffee to half & half iced tea, Dunkin’ is betting that there’s a spiked drink for everyone. The Dunkin’ Spiked Ice Tea Mix Pack. By Gary Dzen, The Boston Globe September 20, 2023 | 12:50 PM Your regular Dunkin’ order (“two creams, one sugar,” or maybe a “large regular”) just […]
Man wanted for sexually assaulting Red Line passenger during rush hour, police say
Crime The incident occurred on the Red Line between Charles/MGH and Park Street Friday morning. Police say this suspect assaulted another Red Line passenger. MBTA Transit Police Police are searching for a man who allegedly sexually assaulted another passenger on the Red Line. The man “forcefully rubbed” his crotch against the buttocks of a female […]
What’s next for Jake DeBrusk after a breakout season? Becoming a ‘go-to’ player on Bruins’ top line
Bruins “He’s going into the prime of his career.” Jake DeBrusk was on pace for 35 goals before his injury last January. Gregory Shamus/Getty Images Jake DeBrusk is coming off of the best season of his career. The fleet-footed winger has always been a productive player during his six years in Boston, tallying 119 goals […]
After injury and adversity, Christian Mahogany is anchoring BC’s offensive line again
College Sports Massive guard Christian Mahogany (73) has helped the Eagles improve their running game substantially this season. By Trevor Hass, The Boston Globe September 14, 2023 | 5:34 PM With a breakout 2021 season behind him, and his dream closer than ever, Boston College guard Christian Mahogany had a monumental decision to make. He […]
MBTA to shut down parts of Red Line for 16 days in October
Local News There’s good news and bad news for Red Line riders frustrated with speed restrictions. Passengers board the Red Line at Ashmont in Dorchester. Jonathan Wiggs/Boston Globe Staff, File The MBTA will shut down the Red Line’s Ashmont Branch and Mattapan Line for 16 days in October as part of a plan to address […]
Dunkin’ Spiked, a buzzy beverage line, will launch in late August
Food News The alcoholic iced coffees and iced teas will hit stores soon. Dunkin’ will be launching its new Dunkin’ Spiked Iced Coffees and Iced Teas. Photo courtesy of Dunkin’ If you’re looking for a caffeinated beverage with an extra kick, Dunkin’ will soon have you covered. Dunkin’ Spiked products, ready-to-drink alcoholic iced coffees and […]
It’s goodbye Red Line slow zones after successful diversion, says T
Local News A 16-day shutdown of the Ashmont Branch and Mattapan Line shaved more than 10 minutes off of riders’ travel times, according to the MBTA. A Red Line train departs from Savin Hill Station in August. Erin Clark/The Boston Globe, File After months of slow trains and a shutdown that lasted more than two […]