Special to the Independent Extra dashes of laughter and intrigue make A Sherlock Carol a cozy cup of yuletide cheer and the perfect holiday treat for all. Under the direction of Ilyse Robbins, the tales of Sherlock Holmes and A…
Month: November 2025
NSMT Presents the 36th Anniversary Production of ‘A Christmas Carol – A Musical Ghost Story’
Special to the Independent The Holiday Season will light up once again when Bill Hanney’s North Shore Music Theatre (NSMT) presents the area’s most beloved production of A Christmas Carol for its 36th Anniversary production from Thursday, December 4 through…
Young Men are Paying the Price for Casinos on our Cell Phones
The evidence is clear that the rush by many state legislatures, including Massachusetts, to buy into the sports-gambling craze has had a hugely negative impact upon one group in particular — young men. When the Supreme Court struck down the…
A Victory for Marriage Equality
Advocates of marriage equality breathed a sigh of relief last week when the U.S. Supreme Court refused to take up a request that it consider overturning its 2015 landmark decision, Obergefell v. Hodges, in which the court ruled that the…
Veterans Day Parade
Coletta Zapata has Secured Votes to Serve as Next Council President
Special to the Times-Free Press Boston City Councilor Gabriela Coletta Zapata has secured enough support from her colleagues to claim the City Council presidency when the new term begins in January. “I’m proud to have had the privilege of serving…
North Service Area Optimization Update given at HVNA Meeting
By Michael Coughlin Jr. During the Harbor View Neighborhood Association’s (HVNA) monthly meeting last week, representatives from Massport provided an update on its project to optimize the North Service Area. During the HVNA’s April meeting, Massport’s Deputy Director of Community…
Marvel Music Icons Return to Arlington’s Regent Theatre to Kickoff Off “Very Merry Christmas Show”
Special to the Times-Free Press Rock ‘n’ Roll, Vocal, and Grammy Hall of Fame icons, The Platters (theplatters.com), members of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) music family, kick off their self-titled Very Merry Christmas Show at The Regent Theatre in…
NEW Health Announces New Cosmetic Services
Special to the Times-Free Press Licensed and certified dentists provide Botox and dermal filler treatments designed to refresh appearance and enhance natural beauty. With advanced training and an expert understanding of facial aesthetics, they bring both artistry and precision to…
With Cold Weather on the Way, State Fire Marshal Urges Heating Fire Safety
Special to the Times-Free Press With temperatures falling into the 30s this week, Massachusetts State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine is reminding residents protect themselves and their loved ones from some of the most common home heating hazards. “Most of…