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

The Berkeley Beacon

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

The Berkeley Beacon

St. Patricks Day Parade crowd.

‘We’re out here having a great time’: South Boston hosts annual St. Patrick’s Day parade

March 22, 2023

On Sunday, attendees of the 2023 South Boston St. Patrick’s Day Parade did not need the luck of the Irish to have a good time. Spirits were high, both...

Two dogs dressed as a bride and groom at the parade.

Annual Doggone Halloween Costume Parade brings spooky festivities Downtown

November 4, 2021

Tricks and dog treats took over Downtown Crossing this Halloween as the annual Doggone Halloween Costume Parade made its triumphant return to Summer Street...

EDITORIAL: Taking part in Boston’s Super Bowl festivities

EDITORIAL: Taking part in Boston’s Super Bowl festivities

January 31, 2019

At Issue: Another Patriots Super Bowl appearance Our Take: Sports fan or not, everyone can enjoy the big game This Sunday, the New England Patriots...

People lined up behind barricades on Wednesday as they wait for the parade to bass through Boylston St. Photo by Chris Van Buskirk / Beacon Staff.

Red Sox parade poses difficulties for off-campus students

October 31, 2018

Off-campus students could face challenges arriving to campus on Wednesday due to the victory parade for the World Series 2018 champions Boston Red Sox. Assistant...

A crowd of about 1000 celebrated the Red Sox World Series Victory on the Boston Common Sunday. Chris Van Buskirk / Beacon Staff

Classes canceled Wednesday for Red Sox parade

October 29, 2018

The college will cancel some classes on Oct. 31 for a parade celebrating the Boston Red Sox’s victory in the World Series, according to an email from...

Please don’t make us fight sports fans to get to class

February 1, 2018

At issue: Potential parade could interrupt campus and classes Our take: Don’t risk it. Postpone class times Any Emerson student that had to trudge...

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