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UCLA Transfer Sophie Reale Nets Hat Trick as BC Dominates Albany 6–1
Sebby Fitzgerald, Asst. Sports Editor • September 1, 2025
UCLA transfer Sophie Reale dominated Sunday's game against Albany with a hat trick, propelling the Eagles to a 6–1 win.
Three New Exhibits To Debut at the McMullen This Fall
Milo Priddle August 31, 2025
The McMullen Museum will showcase three new exhibitions this fall, featuring art from the Middle Ages to the 20th century.
Facing Political Pressure and Financial Strain, University Leaders Stress Stability as BC Prepares for Cuts
Nikita Osadchiy August 31, 2025
Boston College leaders addressed political and academia challenges at the 2025 University Convocation as they announced a five percent operating budget cut, a hiring slow, and major campus renovations.
BC Begins Season 3–0 with Three Shutout Wins
Matthew Ferrara, Heights Staff • August 31, 2025
The Eagles are undefeated after picking up three-straight shutout wins this weekend.
Bella Douglas, pictured, assisted the final goal of the game, scored by freshman Emily Mara. (Natalie Condoor / Heights Staff)
UCLA Transfer Sophie Reale Nets Hat Trick as BC Dominates Albany 6–1
Sebby Fitzgerald, Asst. Sports Editor • September 1, 2025
UCLA transfer Sophie Reale dominated Sunday's game against Albany with a hat trick, propelling the Eagles to a 6–1 win.
(Molly Bruns / Heights Archives)
Facing Political Pressure and Financial Strain, University Leaders Stress Stability as BC Prepares for Cuts
Nikita Osadchiy August 31, 2025
Boston College leaders addressed political and academia challenges at the 2025 University Convocation as they announced a five percent operating budget cut, a hiring slow, and major campus renovations.
(Ben Shultz / Heights Archives)
BC Issues Advisory as Trump Travel Ban Deepens Strain on International Community
Nikita Osadchiy July 7, 2025
In response to President Donald Trump’s executive order restricting citizens of 19 countries from entering the United States, Boston College’s Office of Global Engagement (OGE) and the Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) urged affected international students and scholars to remain in—or urgently return to—the country before the order took effect on June 9, warning that reentry might soon be impossible.
(Ben Shultz / Heights Archives)
Trump Visa Changes Stir Uncertainty, Anxiety Among International Students
Nikita Osadchiy June 5, 2025
The Trump administration announced sweeping international student policy changes last week that could affect roughly 12 percent of Boston College's student body, leaving many international students reeling and alarmed about their academic futures in the United States.
BC Facilities Workers Rally Again as Contract Talks Continue
BC Facilities Workers Rally Again as Contract Talks Continue
Carina Murphy June 1, 2025
Boston College facilities workers rallied for higher wages and free skills training as union contract talks continue, with a potential strike looming if no agreement is reached by June 30.
(Annika Engelbrecht / Heights Editor)
“This Is Your Time To Fly”: Dame Louise Richardson Urges Action as Class of 2025 Commencement Speaker
Annika Engelbrecht May 20, 2025
Dame Louise Richardson, president of the Carnegie Corporation of New York, urged the Class of 2025 to confront the world’s ongoing crises using the skills they gained at Boston College, comparing them to superheroes in her commencement address Monday morning.
Photo Courtesy of Franklin Soults
BC Community Rallies for Fair Wages, Expanded Training for Facilities Workers
Annika Engelbrecht May 8, 2025
Employees, students, faculty, and community members gathered across from St. Ignatius Church Wednesday afternoon to call on Boston College to raise wages and increase training funds for facilities workers amid ongoing contract negotiations. 
The McMullen Museum of Art will showcase three new exhibitions this fall, featuring art from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. (Heights Archives)
Three New Exhibits To Debut at the McMullen This Fall
Milo Priddle August 31, 2025
The McMullen Museum will showcase three new exhibitions this fall, featuring art from the Middle Ages to the 20th century.
Thomas Rhett Brings All the Feels to Boston
Thomas Rhett Brings All the Feels to Boston
Maria Beatriz Saldanha July 30, 2025
Introduced to the stage with red fireworks and a roaring crowd, country singer Thomas Rhett headlined Fenway Park on July 19 as part of his Better in Boots Tour.
Grammy-Winner Cynthia Erivo To Perform at 33rd Annual Pops on the Heights
Grammy-Winner Cynthia Erivo To Perform at 33rd Annual Pops on the Heights
Milo Priddle July 26, 2025
Grammy, Emmy, and Tony Award winning singer and actress Cynthia Erivo is set to perform at the 33rd Annual Pops on the Heights gala on Sept. 26.
Up-and-Coming Folk Band, Amble, Brings Irish Tradition to American Audiences
Up-and-Coming Folk Band, Amble, Brings Irish Tradition to American Audiences
Vivienne Woodard June 4, 2025
Amble is poised to provide a much-needed reminder of the importance of shared memory to American audiences at a time when community is more crucial than ever.
Valley Energizes Crowds Between Intermittent Showers During Boston Calling Day Two
Valley Energizes Crowds Between Intermittent Showers During Boston Calling Day Two
Owen Bienen June 4, 2025
While the band may have been a lesser-known name prior to their performance, it certainly made a name for itself with its invigorating tunes, engaging crowd work, and quintessential indie vibes.
Megan Moroney Stuns Despite Rain at Boston Calling Day One
Megan Moroney Stuns Despite Rain at Boston Calling Day One
Addie Kinnaly June 4, 2025
Moroney’s night at Boston Calling was a success, and if the energy from the crowd were any indication, it wouldn’t be surprising to see her return as a headliner in the coming years.
Bella Douglas, pictured, assisted the final goal of the game, scored by freshman Emily Mara. (Natalie Condoor / Heights Staff)
UCLA Transfer Sophie Reale Nets Hat Trick as BC Dominates Albany 6–1
Sebby Fitzgerald, Asst. Sports Editor • September 1, 2025
UCLA transfer Sophie Reale dominated Sunday's game against Albany with a hat trick, propelling the Eagles to a 6–1 win.
Sofija Marjanovic recorded nine kills in her first collegiate game. (Sarah Fleming / Heights Editor)
BC Begins Season 3–0 with Three Shutout Wins
Matthew Ferrara, Heights Staff • August 31, 2025
The Eagles are undefeated after picking up three-straight shutout wins this weekend.
Both of the Eagles’ goals came in the first period. (Sarah Fleming / Heights Editor)
Eagles Take Season Opener 2–0 Against Bears in Defensive Battle
Emily Roberge August 31, 2025
The Eagles scored two goals in the first quarter of their game against Maine and ultimately shut out the Bears to start the season 1–0.
Residents say the adjacent Chapin Road has been plagued with flooding problems for decades.
A Newton Developer Wants To Extend Drainage Into Her Lots. The Plan Has Neighbors Up in Arms.
Genevieve Morrison August 10, 2025

When Betsy Harper bought the lots at 132 Homer St., her vision was idyllic. Having developed an inventive energy-efficient house in Cambridge,...

Election 2025: Local Duo Looks to Repeal Newton’s Winter Parking Ban
Election 2025: Local Duo Looks to Repeal Newton’s Winter Parking Ban
Carina Murphy July 10, 2025
As most Newton residents soak up the sun in the recent heat wave, Jeremy Freudberg and Peter Klapes have their sights set on the future—to snowstorms, freezing temperatures, and the rules that come with them. As co-leaders of the campaign to repeal Newton’s winter parking ban, they’ve rallied support for a repeal measure that will appear on the November ballot.
Hyde Center Serves Family Fun All Summer: Here’s What to Expect
Hyde Center Serves Family Fun All Summer: Here’s What to Expect
Carina Murphy June 25, 2025
Every Friday night from June to early September, residents gather at the Hyde bandstand for an evening filled with music, movies, and community.