Bobby Cards: Revisited

Robert Bacigalupo was a fixture under the gaudy gold chandeliers and oak encrusted ceilings of Las Vegas casinos back when the town was run by the mob in the 1970s.  He sat alone amongst strangers, holding his cards close and blowing money at a rapid pace, until he retreated to a cheap and sleazy motel … Continue reading Bobby Cards: Revisited

Old Favorite Forges New Location in Southie

Every weekend morning an hour-long line snakes its way out the door of The Paramount, one of Beacon Hill's favorite brunch spots. People wait in the cafeteria-style queue for five-star food at all hours, but the spot is known particularly for its morning meals. Soon, the revered eatery will open its doors at a new … Continue reading Old Favorite Forges New Location in Southie

Some Parents Worry About Education’s Future in South Boston After Linehan is Re-elected

In the wake of Tuesday's municipal elections, South Boston proudly boasts the recently re-elected City Councilor Bill Linehan's campaign posters with a large "Thank You!" sticker plastered across the center. The vibrant red signs hang high on abandoned storefronts, protrude from front porches and stake their claim on lawns. In the setting sun, the whole … Continue reading Some Parents Worry About Education’s Future in South Boston After Linehan is Re-elected