The Bounce, the Boot, and Bragging Rights: Gaelic Football Comes to Canton

This weekend, Gaelic football players are coming from all over the world to the Greater Boston area, as the USGAA Finals are taking place at the Irish Cultural Center in Canton! While Gaelic football may not be the best-known sport here in the United States, it has a close-knit community, and it's …

HIV Screening and Detection Moves Beyond the Clinic at UMass Amherst

Testing is considered to be crucial when it comes to fighting the HIV/AIDS epidemic, but there are still many barriers that prevent people from getting screened and treated. Researchers at UMass Amherst have been working on some new technology that could be a major breakthrough in that effort: at-h…

Needham Mother and Daughter "Chasing Red Flags" to Promote Mental Health Authenticity

In a world where living your entire life online seems to be the norm, a mother and daughter from Needham are challenging the status quo with their analog approach to mental health. Teri and Ella Macduff are on a mission to encourage authenticity and self-reflection through their organization, "Chas…

Anchored in Faith, Looking to the Future: A New Home for Nantucket's Jewish Community

For more than 40 years, Congregation Shirat HaYam on Nantucket has been without a permanent home, holding services and events in spaces all over the island. That's about to change. They're taking a major step forward with the purchase of an historic property, the former Surfside Life Saving Station…

Shell-ebrating New Bedford's Fishing Community at Scallopalooza 2026

New Bedford's rich maritime history and expertise will be on display on August 13th as the New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center hosts Scallopalooza! Not only will dozens of local fishermen take part in a scallop shucking contest, the event will also give you a glimpse into the equipment and technolo…

The Cost of Commitment: Navigating Sustainability in a Changing Economy

While Massachusetts, and New England as a whole, are often looked at as leaders in renewable energy and overall sustainability, there are still some roadblocks for business owners who want to make pledges to hit certain climate goals. Rising costs and changes in policy are making it increasingly di…

Cyclospora 101: The Microscopic Parasite That Caused a Nationwide Outbreak

You might be hearing the word "cyclospora" a lot more lately as the number of cases in this nationwide parasite outbreak continues to rise. There are lots of questions about how this is impacting us here in New England, from how it's impacting our produce to the symptoms those infected might be dea…

From Wall Street to the Seaport: The Arrival of the "Museum of American Finance"

After more than three decades in New York City, the Museum of American Finance has made its way to Boston's Seaport District. At the new home on Commonwealth Pier, the museum is showcasing a treasure trove of educational programs and special artifacts, like George Washington's treasury bonds and a …

"American Political Items Collectors" Share Slogans, Surprises, and Souvenirs in Danvers

There's a growing group of collectors around the country who are fascinated with the smallest of items that can tell some big stories: a button, a pin, a poster. We're talking about political memorabilia, and enthusiasts from all over the country who are part of the American Political Items Collect…

From Trailheads to Patio Tables: New England's Hidden Food and Hiking Spots

Summertime is here, and it's the perfect time to enjoy both good food and some time in nature! Someone who knows quite a bit about both of those things is Marc Hurwitz of Boston Restaurant Talk and Boston's Hidden Restaurants, who also leads walks and hikes for the Appalachian Mountain Club around …