LOCAL NEWS
A century later, Red Sox celebrates diversityAs Fenway Park celebrates the grandeur and endurance of its 100th birthday, its most famous inhabitants, the Boston Red Sox, remain the team whose noble saga also has an ignoble history -- it was the last MLB team to have a black athlete on its roster. That honor goes to Pumpsie Green in 1959. But, in a move as equally significant as trading Babe Ruth to the New York Yankees, Red Sox management could have signed Jackie Robinson two years before the future Hall of Famer signed in 1947 to become the first black to play in ther major leagues. More » |
Task force hears demolition, parking plans for FerdinandConstruction of the new Dudley Municipal Center on the Ferdinand site will preserve the historic facades of the site?s existing buildings, while the bulk of the structures will be demolished, according to city officials and the project?s design team. More » |
Students in Roxbury Community College's biotechnology program gain valuable experienceRoxbury Community College (RCC) students enrolled in the biotechnology program have a unique educational opportunity. They can gain valuable hands-on experience working as interns at some of the area's most prestigious colleges or companies. More » |
Partners Health Explorers Grows at Camp Harbor ViewNearly 800 campers will have the opportunity to participate in the Partners Health Explorers program as a part of the Camp Harbor View experience this summer. More » |
