Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Some of the biggest names in music will play at a benefit concert on Wednesday. All proceeds will go to Hurricane Sandy victims, via the Robin Hood Foundation.
Huge names in music are lending their talents to Hurricane Sandy relief efforts at the “12-12-12” concert on Wednesday, Dec. 12. Every penny sold from ticket sales will go directly to Sandy victims through the Robin Hood Relief Fund, which provides material, money and aid to local organizations that are serving families and individuals in the regions hardest hit by the storm, including over 200 Patch towns in New Jersey, Connecticut and Long Island. The all-star lineup includes Bon Jovi, Eric Clapton, Dave Grohl, Billy Joel, Alicia Keys, Chris Martin, Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band, Eddie Vedder, Roger Waters, Kanye West, The Who and Paul McCartney, with other artists to be announced. According to the 12-12-12 concert’s website, “…
Friday, November 9, 2012
Here are five things going on in the South End and nearby today.
1. Weather: The National Weather Service predicts a warm, sunny day with a high near 51 degrees. The evening will cloud over and the temperature will drop to 38 degrees. 2. OutRyders Opening Party: OutRyders, a New England-based GLBT ski and snowboard club, will kick-off its 12th season tonight at Club Cafe (209 Columbus Ave.) The party is open to members and non-members. There will be a DJ on scene, appetizers, a raffle, and information about the upcoming season's events. See here for more details. 3. Value Wine Tasting: Stop by Formaggio Kitchen South End (268 Shawmut Ave.) between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. today to taste three wines chosen specifically to ease the transition into cooler fall weather. The wine is supplied by nearby Ideal Wines…
Saturday, November 3, 2012
Does his role in the federal reaction to a disaster help the president? Or is that a craven way to look at politics? Vote in our poll by sharing your thoughts in the comments field below.
A Washington Post/ABC poll released this week showed that 80 percent of voters feel President Obama has done a good job dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. Even New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie – a staunch supporter of Mitt Romney – praised Obama's response to the storm, which devastated parts of New Jersey and New York and caused serious damage in many other states, including New Hampshire. Obama also received the endorsement of New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg on Thursday, with Bloomberg citing Obama's handling of Hurricane Sandy as one of the main reasons he decided to support the president. Meanwhile, Romney's previous pledge to abolish FEMA hasn't helped him in the wake of the storm. What do you think? Will Hurricane …
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
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Wednesday, October 31, 2012
The following is a press release from Mayor Menino's office: Mayor Thomas M. Menino today announced City officials will work closely with home and business owners affected by Hurricane Sandy in an effort to reopen local businesses and get people back to work. In addition to providing resources to affected businesses, Boston Home Center staff will be working with homeowners and senior homeowners to help facilitate any necessary renovations due to the storm. “The Department of Neighborhood Development’s Boston Home Center and Office of Business Development are your go-to resources for repairing any damages to your home or business," Mayor Menino said. “It’s so important that residents and business owners take care of water or wind damage …
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Did you lose a tree in your yard? A few branches? Post pics here!
Did you wake up this morning to a tree down in your yard? Branches in your driveway? A yard gnome in a place he shouldn't be? We want to see your storm damage pictures! Whether your Halloween ghost traveled to the neighbor's yard or you saw water get a little too close to your basement, we want to share your photos. Upload your photos to this gallery here by clicking the green "upload photos" button! [Editor's note: This item is posted on all Boston Patch sites.]
Monday, October 29, 2012
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Monday, October 29, 2012
Schools open Tuesday: Boston Public Schools are open for Tuesday. Power outages: NSTAR reported over 6,700 Boston customers were still out of power as of 9 p.m. Monday night. Check out the NSTAR outage map for up-to-the-minute updates on service. Latest forecast: Sandy's run ashore in New Jersey, and the worst is over in New England. Tuesday will still be very windy, however, so be prepared. Libraries are open: Boston's library system will be open, provided the branch still has power. The library web site should have more details for specific branches. Normal parking rules back in effect for Tuesday: Watch where you park. The T will operate a normal schedule on Tuesday: Watch for any service alerts at the MBTA website. Normal trash pickup…
School will be open on Tuesday, October 30, 2012, after Hurricane Sandy forced the system to close schools on Monday.
Boston Public Schools will be open on Tuesday, according to the City's @NotifyBoston Twitter feed. Schools were closed on Monday due to Hurricane Sandy.
As predicted earlier, Sandy's severest wind-lashing is expected this evening, as the hurricane makes landfall in New Jersey.
After a day where thousands of New Englanders have lost power, roads and buildings have been flooded and winds-and-rain have lashed everyone, we're just on the verge of the worst of it. Forecasters have been warning that Monday evening would be New England's moment of severest intensity for Sandy. That prediction seems to be right on-target. "Like a large nor'easter on steroids" According to Accuweather forecasters, Hurricane Sandy is poised for a New Jersey landfall any moment now. Those same Accuweather forecasters are calling Sandy a "Northeast catastrophe unfolding." "Conditions will deteriorate through the day Monday with the worst of the storm spreading inland Monday night into Tuesday," says Accuweather. That means the driving …
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Monday, October 29, 2012
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Sustained winds are now at 90 mph.
Hurricane Sandy has picked up ferocity as it hits the east coast. The National Hurricane Center reports that the sustained wind speeds are up to 90 mph. The Greater Boston, Cape Cod and Rhode Island areas should feel the full force of Sandy this afternoon and into the evening. Effects of Sandy should stretch into Tuesday and possibly into Wednesday. 7News’ Chris Lambert is reporting the wind speeds could reach 70 mph along the coastline this afternoon with inland wind more in the 40-60 mph range with lesser wind speeds the farther you go inland. The National Hurricane Center expects hurricane force winds on the Cape and Rhode Island and tropical storm force winds north of the Cape to the Merrimack Valley in Massachusetts. Rain should be …
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