Feared spending cuts rooted in years of dysfunction
The potentially massive cuts that could cascade through government agencies nationwide were conceived as Washington’s own game of chicken.
State, local officials fret over federal cutbacks
While local leaders are worried about the cuts set to take effect Friday, the immediate impact of sequestration is unclear.
John Connolly to run for mayor of Boston
The city councilor is striving to topple Mayor Menino to become Boston’s first new chief executive in a generation.
Kevin Cullen
Breaking down the anatomy of a scam
Mike Peraino is more suspicious of free money than the average guy because he happens to be the chief of police in Hingham.
Providence church, hotel avoid clash over bells
The Grace Episcopal Church cut back on the chiming of its historic bells for a boutique hotel that stands smack dab in the bells’ sonic ground zero.
Clamor over the clangor
Hotel Providence and the Grace Episcopal Church reached a compromise on the frequency of ringing church bells.
Putting expired foods to healthy use
Former Trader Joe’s president Doug Rauch is looking to fight poor nutrition and waste by creating meals for low-income customers.
School choice plan is selected for Boston
The recommended system would allow more children to attend school in their own neighborhoods while allowing an element of choice.
Fung Wah removes 21 buses from fleet
Massachusetts is asking federal officials to shut down the low-cost bus company until it fixes safety problems state inspectors found.
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Sports
Celtics 110, Jazz 107
Celtics end road trip with OT win
Paul Pierce scored 7 straight points in overtime to carry his team to a 110-107 victory over the Jazz.
Metro
Body found under overpass in South End
A man was found dead under the Interstate 93 North overpass near Albany and Traveler streets.
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Nation & World
Syrian rebel leaders agree to meet with John Kerry
The secretary of state is now at the forefront of efforts to end a civil war that has cost tens of thousands of lives.
Politics
Michelle Obama lobbies for jobs for veterans
The first lady challenged governors to make it easier for military personnel to transfer their skills to civilian jobs.
Business
British parent intends to sell a stake in Citizens
The owner of Citizens Bank plans to sell 20 to 25 percent of the bank to investors in roughly two years.
Arts
Album review | Rock
Johnny Marr, ‘The Messenger’
The former Smiths guitarist’s second solo album is a reminder of his talents as a sonic architect.
Lifestyle
Academy Awards
Academy Awards fashions: Pale gowns rule the night
There was no escaping the array of pale tones that dominated early and lingered into the night.
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