Texas Schools Are Making The Grade
(NAPSI)—There is good news for those with an interest in Texas public schools. Students and schools are posting significant gains. For starters, graduation... Read more.
State unemployment rate up slightly last month
BOSTON (AP) — State officials say the Massachusetts economy added 7,500 jobs in December, but the unemployment rate still edged up by one-tenth of a percentage... Read more.
Prominent Mass. lawyer avoids charges for drinking party
HINGHAM (AP) — A prominent Boston-area defense attorney accused of being at home the night her teenage daughter hosted a drinking party will not face charges... Read more.
The beauty of upcycling
(BPT) – Everything old is new again. At least that’s a simplistic take on the tenets of upcycling, which translates to giving renewed purpose to something... Read more.
Taye Diggs joins the fight against childhood hunger with breakfast program
(BPT) – Studies show and experts agree: Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. After a good night’s rest without eating, kids’ brains... Read more.
Fun and unique ways for the entire family to celebrate Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is more than roses, chocolates, and red and pink decorations. The holiday historically has been based on the romantic adventures of St. Valentine,... Read more.
What to Do When You’re Sick, But Not Sick Enough
(NewsUSA) – Doctors agree that cold and flu symptoms are nothing to sneeze at and that the sooner they’re treated, the better chance there is for a quick... Read more.
Roundup: Split decision for KIPP hoop teams
The KIPP Academy-Lynn Collegiate basketball squads split their games on Wednesday, with the girls defeating Boston Prep on the road and the boys losing to Boston... Read more.
Hornets win matchup of Doc, Austin Rivers 90-78
BOSTON — Greivis Vasquez scored 15 points with 11 rebounds and Austin Rivers won his first NBA game against his father on Wednesday night as the New Orleans... Read more.