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An antisemitic sticker with Nazi signage that says “Stop Funding Israeli Terrorism” stuck on a lamppost at the intersection of Commonwealth Avenue and Harry Agganis Way. Several antisemitic stickers have been spotted on Boston University’s campus this week. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Antisemitic stickers spread to BU campus from Harvard, ‘shocking’ Jewish students

Lauren Albano December 6, 2024
Antisemitic stickers were spotted on Boston University’s campus along Commonwealth Avenue this week as students returned from Thanksgiving break. The stickers appeared approximately two months after they first appeared at Harvard University in October, according to the Harvard Crimson.
Melissa Park | Graphic Artist

Impressing the parents: A neighborhood guide to the best restaurants in Boston

Amanda Brecher October 17, 2024
To all of the suburbia natives trying to find your footing in  Boston, you may need some guidance on where to get good grub. You’re probably looking to impress the family when they visit for parents’ weekend and show them that you’ve found your way in city living — and there's nothing like an awe-inspiring meal to do just that. 
Two Pastel De Natas in a pastry box at Flake Bakery. Flake Bakery, which was founded by Quintino and Stephen Chen and serves authentic Portuguese pastries, opened on Oct. 1. ZIBBY ENGLISH/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Flake Bakery celebrates grand opening, brings authentic Portuguese pastries to Coolidge Corner

Jack Schwed October 8, 2024
Despite the vast cultural diversity within Boston’s culinary scene, Cristina Quintino noticed a glaring gap: traditional Portuguese pastries. This mission led them to open Flake Bakery in Coolidge Corner.
Tom Marton & Pals perform at 32 Russell Street as part of Brookline Porchfest. Porchfest brings the community together through local band performances on the porches of Brookline residents. PHOTO BY SAM MANDALA

Brookline Porchfest hums with excitement from community

Sam Mandala September 30, 2024
Residents populated the streets, and musicians performed across the porches of Brookline on Saturday in celebration of the ninth annual Brookline Porchfest.
Annika Morris | Graphic Artist

‘Twilight’ still holds up

Ayjia Stanford November 1, 2023
Since the genesis of my “Twilight” awakening, I have seen the film upwards of 10 times. I watched it most frequently as a kid, but for the past few years, it’s served as a welcomed respite from the stress of work and school, transporting me back to my childhood. So when I saw the Coolidge Corner Theater was showing “Twilight” on Oct. 19, I knew I had to go. 
Books stacked in front of a coffee bar at Trident Booksellers on Newbury Street. MADI KOESLER/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Independent bookstores find new revenue streams in building community

Brett Abrams October 4, 2023
In the modern digital age, with online retailers becoming cheaper and more accessible, independent bookstores are turning toward building community as a successful business model in a competitive industry.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Battle of the cinema subscriptions

Lina Barclay October 3, 2023
If there was one thing “Barbenheimer” taught us, it’s that the best way to watch movies is at a movie theater, surrounded by fellow film enthusiasts and munching on our favorite snack. There’s just one small problem: Movie theater tickets are expensive.
Boston’s skyline. Boston has a wide range of events happening this summer. PHOTO COURTESY OF AJAY SURESH VIA WIKIMEDIA

Festivals, fireworks, parades, concerts and baseball — Boston’s summer full of events

Anna Rubenstein June 2, 2023
From music venues to museum exhibitions, Red Sox games to Pride festivals and Fourth of July festivities, there’s something for everyone to experience in Boston all summer long. For those looking to immerse themselves in Boston’s communities, several events take place around the city that celebrate the people of Boston, past and present. 
Hand me Down

Second-hand style in the sanctuary: BU senior hosts a community-based fashion show

Joanna Malvas April 18, 2023
August Ramos, a Boston University senior and graphic design major, produced a fashion show called HAND-ME-DOWN to celebrate community and fill a need for sustainable shopping.
Starbucks on Comm ave

Two more Boston Starbucks join nationwide efforts to unionize

Zoe Tseng March 4, 2022
Two Starbucks locations, one in Allston and the other in Coolidge Corner, have moved to unionize.
Boston University journalism professor Dick Lehr speaking about his newly published book “White Hot Hate” at Brookline Booksmith Wednesday. CLARE ONG/ DFP STAFF

BU professor showcases new book at Brookline Booksmith

Cassandra Dumay December 6, 2021
Professor of Journalism Dick Lehr read excerpts of his new book in Brookline last Wednesday.
A plain bagel with veggie cream cheese from Pavement Coffeehouse. The Daily Free Press section editors review their favorite bagel orders from spots in and around the Boston University campus. LILY KEPNER/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

FreeP vs Food: Editors boast their BU bagel order

Editors November 18, 2021
From mental health bagels to standard dining hall fare, the gamut of BU bagels impresses and satisfies.
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