Connolly, Walsh spar in second mayoral debate

John Connolly and Martin Walsh appeared in their second debate of the general election, two weeks before voters go to the polls.

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John Connolly sought to use attacks against him from organized labor to highlight the difference between him and Martin Walsh in the race for Boston mayor.

Candy cigars spur teen smoking, researchers say

Researchers found that 36 percent of middle and high school students who smoke use candy-flavored “little cigars” that look like cigarettes and can be just as addictive.

Police to focus on security during World Series

The police department will have around 500 officers near Fenway Park, and fans have been asked not wear backpacks near the ballpark.

Taquitos Cancun at Cancun Taqueria on Mass. Ave. in Cambridge.

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Basement taqueria rises to the occasion in Harvard Square

More people should find the subterranean Cancun Taqueria hidden from street view.

Fans at BU dressed up for a World Series ticket giveaway by Ellen DeGeneres’s TV show.

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BSO, ‘Ellen’ take part in the Red Sox mania

The Boston Symphony Orchestra and Ellen DeGeneres’s talk show added to the World Series hoopla.

Lackey to start in Game 2

John Lackey is slated to start for the Red Sox in Game 2 of the World Series on Thursday, against Michael Wacha of the Cardinals.

Governors place bets on World Series winner

Governor Deval Patrick and Missouri Governor Jay Nixon announced a friendly wager on the Series.

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//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2013/04/09/BostonGlobe.com/EditorialOpinion/Images/stockman.jpg A better way to tackle health law

Just like the leaders of our recent partial government shutdown, Virginian politicians in 1958 magnified the greatest fears of their constituents and captured national attention.

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