Here’s why a helicopter was called in to help with a Beacon Hill project

WCVB.com (Slideshows) 5/14 1:05P

Streets around the Massachusetts State House were closed on Saturday for the so-called “Chopper Day.”

The Blue in My Eyes

Trends and Tolstoy 5/11 12:03A Celina

Spring has been slow to arrive this year, but that is allowing me to utilize my coats for a while longer. This one in a rich cobalt tweed with faux fur sleeves won great appreciation at a dinner I...

Sunday Snapshots

Trends and Tolstoy 5/8 1:00A Celina

From left to right:  1)  Lazy Sunday mornings reading the paper and strolling Brookline with my honey.  2)  It s that time of year! Expanding our garden into veggies this season.  3)  Getting back...

Where to Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day in Boston

Trends and Tolstoy 4/25 5:56A Celina

Independent Bookstore Day is Saturday, April 30 this year! Despite Amazon s greedy clutches, Boston is still home to many wonderful independent bookstores. These are just a few of my favorites that...

Domestic violence survivors push lawmakers for more victim protection

WCVB.com (Slideshows) 4/15 12:32P

A new bill being considered on Beacon Hill would expand the law regarding who's subject to a dangerousness hearing.

Man falls between walls at Back Bay MBTA Station in Boston

WCVB.com (Entertainment) 4/9 9:30A

Crews had to knock down part of a wall in order to get the man out.

Suited Up

Trends and Tolstoy 3/16 7:47A Celina

Spring is coming and I am not messing around with the seasonal looks. I ve had this suit in my closet for a few months and I finally broke it out and paired it with this chartreuse coat for a joyful,...

Sunday Snapshots

Trends and Tolstoy 3/13 1:00A Celina

From left to right:  1)  Busy, busy, busy these days.  2)  At an Alice in Wonderland themed cocktail party.  3)  New acquisition.  4)  Attending another art battle. 5)  Nights out on the town.  6) ...

Push to strengthen Mass. hands-free driving law hits Beacon Hill

WCVB.com (Entertainment) 3/9 3:05P

A deadly crash in western Massachusetts last year prompted one lawmaker to try and close what she calls a loophole in the hands-free driving law.

Service on portion of MBTA's Orange Line resumes after suspension due to power problem

WCVB.com (Entertainment) 3/8 1:18A

Service between North Station and Back Bay is suspended, and commuters are urged to use the Green Line for service through downtown Boston.

Orange Line service suspended in downtown due to power problem

WCVB.com (Entertainment) 3/3 11:15A

Officials said the Orange Line trains cannot run between Back Bay and North Station because of a power problem.

Movie made in Mass. wins big at SAG Awards, increasing Oscar buzz

WCVB.com (Slideshows) 2/28 3:47A

"CODA" is a movie about a child of deaf parents who wants to pursue music at the Berklee College of Music and was filmed in Gloucester and Rockport.

Mass. native, 'Singing Babysitter' to compete on 'American Idol'

WCVB.com (Entertainment) 2/24 10:36A

Delaney Renee, who went from her hometown of Berkley to the Berklee College of Music, says a viral video changed her life.

Crowd shows support for Ukraine outside Massachusetts State House

WCVB.com (Entertainment) 2/24 6:30A

Many of those who attended the rally on Beacon Hill are Massachusetts residents with personal or family ties to Ukraine.

Be My Valentine

Trends and Tolstoy 2/14 1:00A Celina

Happy Valentine s Day! This has always been one of my favorite holidays. Yes, I love romance, but I think of Valentine s Day as a time to celebrate love of all kinds. Love of friends, love of family,...