Attention Boston: Invasion is Imminent

Posted on November 14, 2012 by Larysa

PR Web Boston, MA (PRWEB) November 14, 2012 On Wednesday, November 14th, Bostonians will awaken to a bold reminder that tomatoes are currently out of season. Actual out of season tomatoes will take over several city landmarks in a statement that proves consumers don’t have to settle for out of season. The Great Boston Tomato Invasion will encourage Bostonians to enjoy the taste of summer year round by choosing Muir Glen organic canned tomatoes. With gorgeous tomato taste; Muir Glen, a pioneer Continue reading >>>

Housing report predicts demand for transit-oriented, higher density development

Posted on November 14, 2012 by Larysa

Greater Boston Housing Report Card 2012 predicts high demand for transit-oriented, higher density development. Thomas Grillo Real Estate Editor- Boston Business Journal Email Greater Boston’s housing market will improve, but buyers and tenants may seek different types of housing, according Continue reading >>>

Boston posts slight job gains since recession, ranks 16th nationally (BBJ …

Posted on November 13, 2012 by Larysa

Boston ranked 16th in terms of percentage growth in employment since the recession. G. Scott Thomas Email Greater Boston is among a minority of U.S. metropolitan areas to have more jobs today than it did prior to the recession. To be sure, four-fifths of America's major metros still have fewer private-sector Continue reading >>>

State Representative Carlo Basile invites those in need to annual East Boston …

Posted on November 13, 2012 by Larysa

By Jeremy C. Fox, Town Correspondent State Representative Carlo P. Basile says no one in Greater Boston has to go hungry this Thanksgiving, because he has opened up his annual free holiday dinner in East Boston to anyone who wants to attend. “I don’t care where you come from,” Basile said by phone on Tuesday. “You come in that door, we’re feeding you.” Basile said he was motivated to expand the invitation beyond just East Boston by the great need he saw. Basile joked that he couldn’t remember whether this is the fifth or sixth feast he has hosted since he began shortly after Continue reading >>>

Local Realtors Donate $10K To Hurricane Sandy Victims

Posted on November 13, 2012 by Larysa

Tuesday, November 13, 2012, 10:32am The Greater Boston Association of Realtors is donating $10,000 to the National Association of Realtors Relief Foundation to support association members and other property owners who suffered damage or the loss of a home, business or other personal property as a result of Hurricane Sandy. Funds for the donation come from the Greater Boston Real Estate Board Foundation, Continue reading >>>

Pile: Dripping [12-inch]Dripping [12-inch] (2012)

Posted on November 13, 2012 by Lara

Dripping, the Bostonian quartet Pile's junior full-length, offers affirmation to the growing sonic and tonal shift in rock that takes cues from '90s alt rock, post rock and grunge. Throughout the album, thick guitars rip heavy chords that dodge mundane aspects with blue notes, off-key plucks and bemusing noises that add edge. A group that would do well on tour with Michigan's Cheap Girls, Pile daze out with a droned, pigeon toed dance. The uninspired vocals and bombastic guitar interjections may be interpreted as an effort in art rock, however, such cleverness isn't apparent, as it is with the Continue reading >>>

Major tasks face new Massport chief

Posted on November 13, 2012 by Larysa

The Massachusetts Port Authority faces several major challenges over the next few years, including adding international routes out of Logan Airport, modernizing port facilities to accommodate larger cargo ships, and developing the East Boston waterfront, the agency’s new chief executive said. In one of his first extended interviews since he was selected to lead the agency almost two months ago, Thomas Glynn said meeting these challenges could prove vital to Greater Boston’s economy, which has become increasingly tied to the global economy for markets, investment, and talent. “We want to make Continue reading >>>

Marblehead Realtors selling Thanksgiving pies to help the ill

Posted on November 13, 2012 by Larysa

The Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage office in Marblehead will help to sell Thanksgiving pies prepared and donated by more than 150 of Greater Boston’s top restaurants and caterers, including Aquitaine, Blue Ginger, Flour Bakery Café, Harvest, Mistral, Sel De La Terre, The Capital Grille and Upstairs on the Square. Apple, pecan, pumpkin, sweet potato, and diabetic apple pies will be sold for $25 each to benefit the clients of Community Servings as part of its annual “Pie in the Sky” fundraiser. Community Servings is a nonprofit organization that provides free, home-delivered Continue reading >>>

Citi Performing Arts Center names Toni “Bee” Brooks as community artist fellow

Posted on November 12, 2012 by Larysa

Citi Performing Arts Center has named Toni “Bee” Brooks as its community artist fellow for 2012-13. Working with Citi Center’s Education Department, Brooks will develop, deliver and advocate for arts education programming in the Greater Boston area, encouraging youth and adults in public schools, libraries and community centers to express their creative voices. She will host upcoming interactive readings of Dr. Seuss’ “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” for youth and families at the Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Boston Public Library branches, and Boston Centers for Youth and Families Continue reading >>>

Local REALTORS® Donate to Victims of Hurricane Sandy

Posted on November 12, 2012 by Larysa

BOSTON, Nov. 12, 2012 -- /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Greater Boston Association of REALTORS® (GBAR) has approved a donation of $10,000 to the National Association of REALTORS® Relief Foundation to support association members and other property owners who suffered damage or the loss of a home, business, or other personal property as a result of Hurricane Sandy. Funds for this donation come from the Greater Boston Real Estate Board Foundation, which is supported, in part, from voluntary contributions made by GBAR members during the annual dues billing process. The donation will be Continue reading >>>