What’s Tim Murray smoking? Did the lieutenant governor of Massachusetts score an early prescription for voter-approved medical marijuana? “Like many of you in the room, I would like to be governor,” Murray told a recent gathering of the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce. He’s not the first second-banana to aim for the top spot. But he’s one of the most politically bruised. When Murray looks in the mirror, he sees a public servant grappling with serious issues like housing and homelessness, veterans’ services, domestic violence, substance abuse, rail and freight, municipal matters, Continue reading >>>

Massage Envy locations in the greater Boston area are making it easy to give and receive the gift of health and wellness this holiday season. Now, those who purchase $200 or more in Massage Envy gift cards will receive a free 1-hour massage or facial in the Boston, area.* Massage Envy and Massage Envy Spa provides members and guests with upscale spa services in the greater Boston areaat affordable pricing. Massage Envy only hires licensed estheticians and massage therapists and all services are performed in a beautiful, modern, and relaxing spa setting. In order to receive the free 1-hour Continue reading >>>

Marblehead resident Kayla Harrison took to the stage to share her journey to becoming the first American to win Olympic gold in judo as the Big Sister Association of Greater Boston held its annual Big in Boston gala Saturday, Nov. 10. Harrison credited her successes to the support of her mentors, who guided her towards her goal, despite the personal obstacles she faced. More than 400 attendees came to celebrate and show their support for the organization, and honored women’s health advocate Dr. Paula Johnson was honored with the Believe In Girls (B.I.G.) Award. Guests included Massachusetts Continue reading >>>

This fall’s election season brought heightened awareness to the issues of end-of-life care and honoring patient wishes. In response to Massachusetts’ ballot Question 2, which was ultimately defeated at the polls, Hospice of the North Shore Greater Boston made clear its position opposing the initiative. We believe that, rather than legalizing physician-assisted suicide, efforts should be directed to improving awareness of and access to hospice care, with its focus on quality of life, pain control and symptom management, and emotional and spiritual support for terminally ill patients and their Continue reading >>>

MONDAY: Hank Phillippi Ryan ("The Other Woman") reads at 6:30 p.m. at Book Ends, 559 Main St., Winchester … James Redfearn (“The Rising at Roxbury Crossing”) reads at 6:30 p.m. at the South Boston Branch, Boston Public Library, 646 E. Broadway, South Boston … Dennis Nurkse (“A Night in Brooklyn”) and George Kalogeris (“Dialogos”) read at 8 p.m. at Cambridge Center for Adult Education, 56 Brattle St. ($3 tickets) … Brian McGrory (“Buddy: How a Rooster Made Me a Family Man”) reads at 7 p.m. at Brookline Booksmith … Richard Kramer (“These Things Happen”) reads at 7 p.m. Continue reading >>>

Now at Massage Envy locations in the Greater Boston area, guests will receive a free massage or facial when they purchase $200 or more in gift cards. Boston, MA (PRWEB) November 23, 2012 Massage Envy locations in the greater Boston area are making it easy to give and receive the gift of health and wellness this holiday season. Now, those who purchase $200 or more in Massage Envy gift cards will receive a free 1-hour massage or facial in the Boston, area.* Massage Envy and Massage Envy Spa provides members and guests with upscale spa services in the greater Boston area at affordable pricing. Continue reading >>>

Kings Boston Invites Bowlers to Get Turkey for Turkey This Thanksgiving (Video) Throughout the month of November, Kings Boston runs a special promotion. If you bowl three strikes in a row, they donate a turkey to the Greater Boston Food Bank. As NESN.com’s Jen Stafford reports, the bowling and entertainment center is already up to about 40 on the year, and hope to add a few more through Thanksgiving. Check out the video above to learn more about how Kings and their patrons are giving back this holiday season. Continue reading >>>

Kings Boston Invites Bowlers to Get a Turkey for Turkey This Thanksgiving (Video) Throughout the month of November, Kings Boston runs a special promotion. If you bowl three strikes in a row, Kings donates a turkey to the Greater Boston Food Bank. As NESN.com’s Jen Stafford reports, the bowling and entertainment center is already up to about 40 on the year, and it hopes to add a few more through Thanksgiving. Check out the video above to learn more about how Kings and its patrons are giving back this holiday season. Continue reading >>>

Senior quarterback Jake Martino (12 for 30, 123 yards passing, TD) led the charge for the Golden Tornadoes (3-8) and running backs Rodney Blaise (6 carries, 29 yards; 4 receptions, 73 yards) and Ray Sainstril (8 carries, 32 yards) each found paydirt twice.

BOSTON — Many shelters and soup kitchens in the Greater Boston area will be busy places Thursday as they serve up some comfort for those in need with a traditional Thanksgiving meal.

Few places will be busier than the Pine Street Inn in Boston, where volunteers began arriving at 3:00 a.m. to start preparing the more than 1,500 meals the shelter plans to serve today.

Pine Street Inn Spokeswoman Barbara Trevison spoke with Bob Oakes on WBUR’s Morning Edition.