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National Cathedral replaces windows honoring Confederacy with stained-glass homage to racial justice
National News The cathedral had removed the old windows after Confederate symbols featured prominently in recent racist violence. The windows fill the space that had once held windows honoring Confederate Gens. Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson. AP Photo/Nick Wass By PETER SMITH, Associated Press updated on September 24, 2023 | 4:49 PM The landmark […]
A seaside resort near Acadia National Park just added bungalow-style rooms
New England Travel Ten hotel rooms have been added to the Maine property. Salt Cottages in Maine has added bungalow-style hotel rooms to the property. Salt Cottages A resort full of seaside cottages near Maine’s Acadia National Park just expanded by adding bungalow-style hotel rooms. 15 New England destinations are among the best in the […]
National Women’s Soccer League to award Boston an expansion franchise
Sports The club, which has yet to be named, will begin playing in 2026. From left to right: Ami Kuan Danoff, Stephanie Connaughton, Jennifer Epstein and Anna Palmer of Boston Unity Soccer Partners. Erin Clark/Globe Staff After half a decade, women’s soccer will return to Boston. Boston reportedly one of three cities awarded an NWSL […]
Healey activates Massachusetts National Guard to help with migrant crisis
Local News The move comes after the governor declared a state of emergency several weeks ago because of the strain on the shelter system. Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey. Steven Senne / AP, File By Associated Press updated on August 31, 2023 | 4:27 PM BOSTON (AP) — Democratic Gov. Maura Healey on Thursday activated up […]
Court-martial planned for former New Hampshire National Guard commander accused of assault, Army says
National News By Associated Press August 27, 2023 | 4:41 PM CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — A court-martial has been scheduled early next year for a New Hampshire National Guard officer who is expected to be charged with assault and sexual harassment, according to the U.S. Army. Lt. Col. Mark Patterson, of Weare, New Hampshire, led […]
Wild horses that roam Theodore Roosevelt National Park may be removed. Many oppose the plan.
Environment Last year, Park Superintendent Angie Richman told The Bismarck Tribune that the park has no law or requirement for the horses to be in the park. Wild horses graze on a hillside by the boundary fence of Theodore Roosevelt National Park near Medora, N.D., on Saturday, May 20, 2023. About 200 horses roam the […]
Thousands converge on National Mall to mark the March on Washington’s 60th anniversary
National News “If I could speak to my grandfather today, I would say I’m sorry we still have to be here to rededicate ourselves to finishing your work and ultimately realizing your dream.” People march to honor the 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington, Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin) By […]
New England has one of the most iconic national park attractions in the U.S., according to Fodor’s Travel
New England Travel Hikers at Acadia National Park are rewarded with “unforgettable views.” Visitors gather at Cadillac Mountain in Acadia National Park in Maine to view its panoramic vistas during sunrise on July 5, 2021. Stacey Cramp / The New York Times There are many reasons to visit Acadia National Park, billed as the “crown […]
US women’s national team coach Vlatko Andonovski resigns after early World Cup exit, AP source says
Sports News USA coach Vlatko Andonovski comforts midfielder Lindsey Horan at the end of the Australia and New Zealand 2023 Women’s World Cup round of 16 football match between Sweden and USA at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium on August 6, 2023. WILLIAM WEST/AFP VIA GETTY IMAGES By ANNE M. PETERSON, Associated Press August 16, 2023 U.S. […]
James Taylor sings national anthem at Lewiston High School football game
Local News “It’s going to be a game of unity.” James Taylor sings the National Anthem prior to the football game between Lewiston and Edward Little high schools at Lewiston High School in Lewiston, ME on November 01, 2023. The game was postponed last Friday due to the shootings in Lewiston. Craig F. Walker / […]