Boston St. Patrick’s Day Parade takes over Southie

Green shirts, beads and beer flooded the streets of South Boston again Sunday, as those who are Irish and everyone else came out for a sunny 119th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. “It’s a great day for the city,” said Southie resident Judy, who’s come to the parade since the 1960s. “Everybody looks forward to … Read more

Minty pea soup with lemon twist perfect for St. Patrick’s Day

While Saint Patrick’s Day is mostly associated with corned beef and cabbage, there are plenty of recipes that will fit in for the festivities. For example, this unqiue citrus twist on the traditional pea soup is billed as the perfect recipe for the upcoming Irish festivities. “This is one of our favourite St. Patrick’s Day … Read more

Stamford developer wants to save historic Taylor Street home

STAMFORD — The 1890 house on Taylor Street is a glimpse into Stamford’s past. Originally designed for two families, the Queen Anne-style house was one of a row built on the West Side to accommodate mostly Irish immigrants who worked as servants in nearby mansions, on the railroad or in local factories. The houses aren’t … Read more