Support Swells For Son Of Band Director Killed In I-84 Bus Crash: 'Carry On Gina's Legacy' Support Swells For Son Of Band Director Killed In I-84 Bus Crash: 'Carry On Gina's Legacy'
Support Swells For Son Of Band Director Killed In I-84 Bus Crash: 'Carry On Gina's Legacy' As students, colleagues, and loved ones gather to say their final goodbyes to a beloved high school band director killed in a New York bus crash, the community is coming together to ensure that her only child is taken care of financially. Gina Pellettiere, age 43, of Massapequa, died Thursday, Sept. 21, when a charter bus carrying students from Farmingdale High School on Long Island to a band camp in Greeley, Pennsylvania crashed on I-84 in Orange County. The rollover wreck also killed 77-year-old Farmingdale resident Beatrice Ferrari, a retired social studies teacher and longtime camp cha…
Quincy Cafe Named One Of The Best New Restaurants In Country Quincy Cafe Named One Of The Best New Restaurants In Country
Quincy Cafe Named One Of The Best New Restaurants In Country Bon Appétit magazine recently released its best new restaurants in the country, and out of the two dozen entries, Massachusetts snagged two spots on the list.  Rubato in Quincy and Moëca in Cambridge were recently listed in the foodie magazine's “24 Best New Restaurants of 2023.” Michael Pagliarini and Pamela Ralston opened Moëca, an "elegant nose-to-tail seafood restaurant," last year at 1 Shepard St. in Cambridge, per the magazine. The menu changes often, Bon Appétit writes, but if you can snag a reservation, order the Cape Cod scallops, semolina gnocchi, smo…
This Randolph Pizzeria Named Best For Regional Style By New Report This Randolph Pizzeria Named Best For Regional Style By New Report
This Randolph Pizzeria Named Best For Regional Style By New Report Seven pizzerias have been recognized as the best in Massachusetts at specializing in specific regional styles, according to a new report by The Washington Post.  The eateries are included in a database compiled by the Post that lists the best pizzerias in each state specializing in Detroit, Neapolitan, New Haven, New York, Roman, Sicilian, and Tavern-style pizza. According to the report, they are: Best Detroit: Volo Craft Pizza, located in Swampscott at 152 Humphrey Street Best Neapolitan: Ciao! Pizza & Pasta, located in Chelsea at 59 Williams Street Best New Haven: Casa Pizzeria…
Portnoy Gets In Shouting Match With 'Worst Pizza Place In America' Owner On Mass Sidewalk Portnoy Gets In Shouting Match With 'Worst Pizza Place In America' Owner On Mass Sidewalk
Portnoy Gets In Shouting Match With 'Worst Pizza Place In America' Owner On Mass Sidewalk "Get the f*** out of the front of my business," yelled a Middlesex County business owner to internet pizza connoisseur and president of Barstool Sports, Dave Portnoy.  Dragon Pizza, located at 233 Elm Street in Somerville's Davis Square, was the scene of a dramatic stand-off between popular pizza reviewer Dave Portnoy and the eatery's owner (who Portnoy called a "f**** crazy ass left-wing liberal"). Somerville's 'Worst Pizza In America' Sells Out After Viscious Portnoy Review Before the drama, Portnoy picked up a large cheese pizza and explained to the camera that the pizza may not be as …
Taylor Swift Eras Tour Movie Comes To AMC Theaters: Here's What Tickets Cost Taylor Swift Eras Tour Movie Comes To AMC Theaters: Here's What Tickets Cost
Taylor Swift Eras Tour Movie Comes To AMC Theaters: Here's What Tickets Cost Couldn't get tickets to see Taylor Swift's The Era Tour in person? You're very much not alone. But don't worry, Swifties, there's a way to experience the pop culture juggernaut. "Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour" will be premiering at AMC Theatres starting on Friday, Oct. 13 (obviously) with tickets going on sale Thursday, Aug. 31. Showtimes will run from Thursdays to Sundays.  Standard showings are priced at $19.89 (cute!) for adults and $13.13 for seniors and children (of course).  The concert film, which will run 2 hours and 45 minutes long (or short),  will use footage …
Beloved Eastern Mass BBQ Eatery Closes, Community Sends Best Wishes To Owner Beloved Eastern Mass BBQ Eatery Closes, Community Sends Best Wishes To Owner
Beloved Eastern Mass BBQ Eatery Closes, Community Sends Best Wishes To Owner A popular Middlesex County barbeque restaurant announced that it was closing permanently, sparking messages of mourning and congratulations for the owner's future.  The Don's BBQ, located at 93 School Street in Watertown, announced that it was closed as of Wednesday, Aug. 30, according to posts on its social media website.  The Texas-style barbeque restaurant was known for its brisket as well as its New Orleans-style gumbo. "Brisket was Award Winning! Great smokey flavor, easy salt and pepper rub with a great bite to it, fat melted almost as quick as melted butter, tons of taste in the fa…
Boston Eatery Popular For Late-Night Food Closes, Reports Say Boston Eatery Popular For Late-Night Food Closes, Reports Say
Boston Eatery Popular For Late-Night Food Closes, Reports Say Fans of a beloved hamburger restaurant were saddened to see that one of its locations closed for good.  Tasty Burger, a modern fast-food chain founded by a group of chefs, closed its North Station location for good, according to Google and multiple social media reports. The location is no longer listed on the Tasty Burger website.  The burger joint is known for its classic burgers, sandwiches, and hot dogs, but it also offers some specialty options. Guests can enjoy traditional burgers, or try one decked out in mushrooms, truffle oil, and steak sauce, or a gorgonzola burger topped with blu…
Boston Eatery With 26-Year History Shutters 1 Location, More Closures On The Way Boston Eatery With 26-Year History Shutters 1 Location, More Closures On The Way
Boston Eatery With 26-Year History Shutters 1 Location, More Closures On The Way An eatery that claims to have been "part of the fabric of Boston since the late 90's" is tapering down its number of locations.  Boloco, a modern Mexican restaurant with five locations across Massachusetts and New Hampshire, announced that it closed the doors of its location at 1080 Boylston Street in Boston permanently on Friday, Aug. 25, according to a post on Boloco's Facebook page.  The Boylston Street location, the business's first, opened in 1997 as "The Wrap." The business changed its name to Boloco in 2005.  "We've loved being part of the fabric of Boston since …
Boston Eatery Calls Closing 'Violent, Stressful,' Said Landlord Tried To 'Drain' Them Boston Eatery Calls Closing 'Violent, Stressful,' Said Landlord Tried To 'Drain' Them
Boston Eatery Calls Closing 'Violent, Stressful,' Said Landlord Tried To 'Drain' Them A popular vegetarian restaurant announced it is closing one of its locations because of poor sales and an inflexible landlord.  Clover Food Lab, a vegetarian restaurant chain founded by Massachusetts Institute of Technology graduate Ayr Muir, announced that it was closing its Copley Square location in Boston's Back Bay "immediately" in a post made on its website on Thursday, Aug. 24. "I’m sad and really shook up, and just bummed," read the statement. "This is the second Clover we’ve ever closed, the first was in Brookline Village. That one was peaceful. This one is violent and really s…
Pizza Guru Portnoy Visits Watertown Pizzeria, Owners Wait 'With Bated Breath' For Review Pizza Guru Portnoy Visits Watertown Pizzeria, Owners Wait 'With Bated Breath' For Review
Pizza Guru Portnoy Visits Watertown Pizzeria, Owners Wait 'With Bated Breath' For Review A Middlesex County eatery got a visit from pizza connoisseur and el presidente of Barstool Sports, Dave Portnoy.  Pizza Roma, a Watertown pizzeria described by one Yelp reviewer as an "old-school local pizza joint," was visited by the illustrious one-bite pizza reviewer Dave Portnoy on either Tuesday, Aug. 23, or Wednesday, according to co-owner Christine Aufiero, who could not remember the exact date when she spoke to Daily Voice. ("The days all blend together," she said.) Portnoy ordered a large, crispy, thin-crust cheese pizza, which Aufiero said came out well-done, with nice amounts of…
Salem Eatery Announces Closure; 'Gut-Wrenching' Decision For Owner Salem Eatery Announces Closure; 'Gut-Wrenching' Decision For Owner
Salem Eatery Announces Closure; 'Gut-Wrenching' Decision For Owner A vegan bakery and lunch spot loved for keeping Essex County stocked with pastries and sandwiches announced that it would close within weeks.  Jodi Bee Bakes, a vegan cafe and bakery located at 282 Derby Street in Salem, announced that it would permanently close its doors on Sept. 3 via a post on its Facebook page.  Jodi Bee Bakes specializes in allergen-friendly pastries and sandwiches. Its sandwich menu offers a maple mustard tempeh sandwich, a curried chickpea salad sandwich, and a crispy tempeh Caesar sandwich.  All good things must come to an end. With that being said, today will…
Eatery With 'Best Chicken Sandwiches Ever' Heads To Braintree Eatery With 'Best Chicken Sandwiches Ever' Heads To Braintree
Eatery With 'Best Chicken Sandwiches Ever' Heads To Braintree A beloved chicken chain will spread some crispy, spicy joy to a town in Norfolk County very soon.  Dave's Hot Chicken, a chain specializing in chicken tenders and sliders, will open a new location in Braintree this fall at 30 Forbes Road, according to a spokesperson for the company.  Doors will likely open sometime between mid-September to mid-October. Though, the company is aiming for the former.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by DavesHotChicken (@daveshotchicken) Related: Dave's Hot Chicken Opening Second Massachusetts Locat…