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The Daily Free Press

The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

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Emma Clement | Senior Graphic Artist

Neptune Oyster: Lobster roll? Try the Johnny Cake

Nicole Lee November 18, 2024
In Texas? BBQ. In Chicago? A hot dog. But in Boston, seafood is the catch — more specifically — lobster. This beady crustacean, packaged in a bright red shell, is sought after by the palettes of locals and tourists alike. 
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. 
Boston University’s DeWolfe Boathouse on the Charles River. The sea level in Boston is expected to rise 40 inches before the start of the next century. RACHEL FEINSTEIN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Boston ramps up efforts to safeguard against coastal flooding from rising sea levels

Jack Schwed October 16, 2024
Amidst a period of frequent natural disasters, an ever-brightening light shines on climate change, a major contributor to these worsening environmental conditions. However, climate change has another weapon in its arsenal, which may have a devastating impact on coastal cities like Boston in the near future — rising sea levels.
BridgeBU members watch the 2024 presidential debate on Tuesday. People gathered in college classrooms, restaurants and bars to watch the debate. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Viewers tune into presidential debate at watch parties across Boston

Lauren Albano September 13, 2024
Bars, restaurants and college classrooms filled up across Boston to put on watch parties during the presidential debate on Tuesday night.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

History and authenticity can only be claimed by Boston’s little Italy

Amanda Brecher October 22, 2023
I can’t say that Eataly doesn’t have a good mission, and I won’t say that I haven’t explored its markets with wide eyes and an open stomach –– but my main concern is its place in Boston.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Back in Boston: what to wear this fall

Siena Gordillo September 20, 2023
As we venture further into the season, my fall fashion lineup is fresh on my mind. Here are my outfit picks for some classic Boston outings this year.
Haley Alvarez-Lauto | Senior Graphic Artist

The Great Cannoli Debate: Reviewing Mike’s, Modern, and Bova’s

Andrew DiBiasio September 13, 2023
This cannoli dilemma has been heated since the 1950s and social media has launched this conundrum from local fame to national frenzy and I’m here to review each of my experiences.
Skater at BU beach

Dropping in to a community: The tight-knit skate culture of BU

Jonathan Leonidas April 7, 2023
“We’re really connected,” said Manny Cordoba, a BU skater and a junior in the College of Arts and Sciences. “We all talk together and we hang out a lot because we go to skate on all the same spots basically in the city.”
Agganis

Hollywood Fight Nights celebrates St. Patrick’s Day at Agganis Arena

Mark Fraenkel March 19, 2023
Hollywood Fight Nights Boston brought live boxing to Agganis Arena the day for a St. Patrick's Day celebration to host seven home-grown boxers and Ireland's Callum Walsh in the main event.
record store north end

New North End record store promotes community building, sustainability

Annika Chaves April 21, 2022
GOOD TASTE Records, co-owned by Coty and Lindsey Smith, will have its grand opening on April 23.
North End Outdoor Dining

North End restaurateurs shun Wu’s outdoor dining compromise

Seamus Webster April 1, 2022
Mayor Wu proposed a compromise Tuesday for the $7,500 outdoor dining fee on North End restaurants.
north end outdoor dining

North End restaurants band together to oppose new $7,500 outdoor dining fee

Ruhika Ponda March 24, 2022
In response to community complaints about narrow streets, North End restaurants must pay a $7,500 fee to participate in the outdoor dining program.
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