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Emerson College’s only independent, student-run newspaper since 1947

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Emerson College’s only independent, student-run newspaper since 1947

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Street vendors in Salem.

Salem residents share perspectives on tourist crowds

By Anastasia Petridis and Sasha Zirin / October 26, 2022

Over half a million tourists visited Salem, MA this October according to NBC Boston—an increase of 15 percent compared to last year—leaving residents...

Inside the lodge.

The Masonic Temple of Boston opens its doors to the public

By Karenna Umscheid / October 26, 2022

The Masonic Temple of Boston, located on the corner of Boylston and Tremont Street, opened its mysterious doors to the public and held an open house on...

A grave.

The spooky and the sacred: gravestone art

By Gabel Strickland / October 26, 2022

Nothing gets someone in the Halloween spirit quite like a visit to a graveyard, where even more haunting than the graves at your feet are the images etched...

Race participants begin their first lap around the Boston Common.

Move for MDS 5K raises awareness for rare blood cancer

By Chloe Els / October 24, 2022

Dozens of runners and walkers circled the Boston Common for the annual Move for MDS 5K, hosted by MDS Foundation Inc. on Sunday. MDS, or Myelodysplastic...

A display Boston cream pie.

The Omni Parker House celebrates National Boston Cream Pie Day

By Ryan Forgosh / October 24, 2022

The Omni Parker House—home of the original Boston cream pie—welcomed visitors for free slices of the famous cake in celebration of National Boston...

Local support for migrants at Joint Base Cape Cod continues

Local support for migrants at Joint Base Cape Cod continues

By Maeve Lawler / October 19, 2022

The wave of community-based support in response to Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ relocation of nearly 50 migrants from San Antonio, TX, to Martha’s...

Senators Warren and Markey demand MBTA safety improvements

Senators Warren and Markey demand MBTA safety improvements

By Maeve Lawler / October 16, 2022

Massachusetts Senators Elizabeth Warren and Edward J. Markey held a hearing in Boston on Friday with MBTA officials to address riders’ ongoing safety...

Protesters march in front of Quincy Market.

Protesters demand statewide recognition of Indigenous People’s Day

By Parker Garlough and Margaux Jubin / October 12, 2022

On Saturday, Indigenous people and allies assembled to commemorate Indigenous People’s Day and call attention to the day’s lack of holiday status in...

Jasmin Borges (left), Stacey Borden (center), and Mallory Hanora (right).

PLS considers A Different Way Forward for women’s prisons

By Ethan Cotler / October 11, 2022

Warning: This article mentions domestic violence and sexual assault. Prisoners' Legal Services of Massachusetts held a discussion on Friday about PLS...

Running for a cause: honoring the 10-year anniversary of the Boston Bombing

Running for a cause: honoring the 10-year anniversary of the Boston Bombing

By Nia Harmon / October 6, 2022

The bombing at the finish line of the Boston Marathon on April 15, 2013 shocked the world. An event meant to bring people together ended as a day in peril,...

Moses Shumow was struck by a Commuter Rail train at the Beverly T stop. Jakob Menendez / Beacon Staff

Widow of late journalism professor files lawsuit against MBTA

By Adri Pray / October 5, 2022

The widow of late Emerson journalism professor Moses Shumow filed a lawsuit against the MBTA on Sept. 26 seeking damages for his death after he was struck...

Protester Saleh Riahi holds up a sign calling for the world to take action and support Iran.

Hundreds gather at State House to show support for Iranian uprisings

By Chloe Els / October 5, 2022

Last Saturday, hundreds of people came together at the foot of the Massachusetts State House along the jagged line of the Freedom Trail to protest for...

Passengers on the Green Line.

MBTA’s Board of Directors addresses infrastructure issues in public meeting

By Ethan Cotler / September 29, 2022

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Board of Directors held a virtual public meeting on Thursday—its first since late August—which covered...

Orange Line Chinatown station

Commuters disappointed with delays a week into the Orange Line’s reopening

By Maeve Lawler and Olivia LeDuc / September 29, 2022

In the week following the Orange Line's reopening after its 30-day shutdown, many Emerson students and Orange Line riders across Boston feel burdened by...

Green Line D branch shuts down, first of three closures

Green Line D branch shuts down, first of three closures

By Maeve Lawler / September 26, 2022

The MBTA Green Line D branch closed on Sept. 24, commencing the first of three nine-day closures to allow for upgrades and maintenance. The temporary...

Trans flag waving in front of Boston Children’s Hospital.

Anti-trans protesters met with counter-protesters at Boston Children’s Hospital

By Maddie Barron and Chloe Els / September 21, 2022

Dozens of counter-protesters gathered outside of the Boston Children’s Hospital Sunday in response to the highly controversial visit of Canada-native...

Overlooking the tents at the Boston Freedom Rally.

MassCann hosts 33rd annual Boston Freedom Rally

By Bishop Marshall and Sabrina Lam / September 21, 2022

The Massachusetts Cannabis Reform Coalition hosted its 33rd annual Boston Freedom Rally in the Boston Common Saturday, known by most attendees as “HempFest.”  Originally,...

Orange Line train entering Chinatown station

Orange Line re-opens after month-long shutdown

By Maeve Lawler and Olivia LeDuc / September 19, 2022

The Orange Line resumed its regular service on Monday after a 30-day closure. The first trains left the Oak Grove and Forest Hills Station at 5:16 a.m.,...

Bluebike station on Beacon Street

Boston Bluebike riders enjoy free passes, some eager for transportation improvements

By Maeve Lawler and Chloe Els / September 19, 2022

Boston Bluebike riders reacted positively to free bike passes while voicing improvements they would like to see made in the city’s transportation.  The...

Attendees gather to watch performers / Photo: Chloe Els

Asian American Day Festival returns to Boston Common

By Maeve Lawler and Chloe Els / September 14, 2022

The Boston Common buzzed with vendors and visitors attending the 12th Asian American Day Festival on Saturday afternoon. After a two-year pause due to...