Archive for ‘September, 2007’

ESL demand on the rise in Boston

As the flow of immigrants into Boston increases each year, the English-language programs so essential to helping them get acclimated to their new lives lack the necessary funding to smooth this transition, according to advocates.

Two more bikers struck by cars on Comm. Ave.

Two more cyclists received minor injuries after being struck by cars in the past two days on or near Commonwealth Avenue. The bikers’ injuries were not serious enough to warrant hospital care.

Police search for armed carjackers near BU Bridge

State and local police launched a two-hour manhunt for two armed carjacking suspects, who remained at large as of last night, around the site of the alleged crime at the BU Bridge and Memorial Drive in Cambridge yesterday.

LYONS: College athletes have it right

Going to a game at a field, rink, court or wherever else an athletic event happens here at BU is a passion of mine. I wouldn’t write about sports if I didn’t love ‘em. Therefore, going an entire summer without Terrier action annually turns into a depressing time for yours truly.

Kirby back with BU while recovering

Zach Kirby knew his dream of playing Major League Soccer would require hard work and determination. But the former Boston University back didn’t expect what happened last winter.