The Newton Land Use Committee postponed its decision on a petition to open a dispensary. Ascend requested for a special permit to allow the sale of marijuana.
Metro, Food
Stillwater’s Creative Brunch Menu
Though Stillwater has a one-of-a-kind brunch menu, its overall subpar fare doesn’t make it worth this weekend’s brunch plans.
Theatre, Boston, Metro, Arts
‘Pass Over’ Discusses Racism in America Today
Moses and Kitch are two black men living on a local street corner who long to escape their current lives. They are planning how they will move up in life when they encounter the white man Mister.
Metro, Boston, Coronavirus Updates
Confirmed Case of Coronavirus in Massachusetts, Risk Still Low
A Boston resident has been confirmed to have Massachusetts’ first case of the coronavirus strain responsible for the recent outbreak of respiratory disease in Wuhan, China.
Metro, Food, Boston
Taiyaki NYC’s Photogenic Ice Cream and Waffles
Taiyaki waffles, shaped like fish, are freshly made at each location, and the soft-serve ice cream is churned in small batches to ensure quality.
Boston, Food, Metro
Japonaise Bakery Fuses Japanese and French Pastries
Japonaise serves a wide array of pastries from traditional French croissants and creme brulee to typical Japanese sweet breads, as well as many varieties of pan, ichigo, and azuki.
Metro, Arts, Theatre
‘We All Fall Down’ Celebrates Tradition
We All Fall Down comically illustrates the importance of family connection and tradition. The play takes the audience into the home of the Stein family.
Metro, Newton
City of Newton Now Charging for Paper Bags
The Newton City Council has now issued a new ordinance enacting a 10-cent charge on all single-use paper bags. The charge is part of efforts to reduce waste and move toward more environmentally-conscious shopping.
Metro, Food, Boston
Twin Donuts Satisfies Sweet Tooth
A neon red sign reading “Twin Donuts” at the intersection of Beacon and Cambridge streets entices donut lovers to take a step inside. Twin Donuts has been serving locals in Allston since 1959.
Metro, Newton
Mayor Fuller Delivers Third State of the City Address
Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller discussed the progress the city has made and the obstacles that it faces in her third State of the City address. Fuller focused on three major challenges.
