As regular readers of this column know, we do not view events in terms of “good vs. evil.†Over the years, we have referred to tobacco companies, polluters, et als as greedy and despicable, but describing them as “evil-doers,†as…
Energy Relief Is Needed — Suspend the Gasoline Tax
Other than a couple of on-air Fox TV personalities, the vast majority of Americans are outraged about the situation in Ukraine. But there isn’t much that we in the U.S. can do about it directly, whether individually (unless we want…
Guest Op-Ed: A Welcome Step Towards Waterfront Equity
By Tania Del Rio Last month, waterfront advocates and East Boston neighbors alike celebrated Mayor Michelle Wu’s announcement that she will prioritize waterfront development reform in East Boston. This much-welcomed step builds upon conversations around former-acting mayor Kim Janey’s decision…
Guest Op-ed: Is Vladimir Putin the Devil?
Dr. Glenn Mollette There is nothing good to be said about the Devil. If you don’t believe me, check out Bible. Or, just turn on the television for a reporting of the evil he spreads throughout the world. You will likely…
Opinion
By Phil Orlandella BPDA Should Consider Altering Marketplace Center PNF Many flaws and cold items I mentioned in the Project Notification Form (PNF) for development of the Marketplace Center, 200 State Street, in a letter sent to the Boston Planning…
Obituaries 03-10-2022
Rosemarie E. Sansone Whose Life’s Work Was the Betterment of Boston Rosemarie E. Sansone had a warm and winning way with people, and she put that gift to work for the benefit of the City of Boston during a career…