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$32M Listing: Former College Dorms For Sale On Picturesque Boston Street $32M Listing: Former College Dorms For Sale On Picturesque Boston Street
$32M Listing: Former College Dorms For Sale On Picturesque Boston Street A set of brownstones, which used to be college dorms, are being sold on a scenic Massachusetts street. Just three blocks away from the Boston Public Garden, 125-127 Commonwealth Avenue is a “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity,” according to its listing – but it’ll cost you a pretty penny. The $32.5 million property is comprised of two contiguous brownstones standing five stories tall with Gilded Age details and a combined 16,500 square feet of space. The property has plenty of Gilded Age details and carvings.  Zillow/Paul Gleason, Fairfield Realty Though the building is currently l…

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by Sophie Grieser
Police & Fire
78 People Displaced In Boston 3-Alarm Blaze, But Pets Make It Out Safe 78 People Displaced In Boston 3-Alarm Blaze, But Pets Make It Out Safe
78 People Displaced In Boston 3-Alarm Blaze, But Pets Make It Out Safe Firefighters went door-to-door in a burning apartment building to evacuate residents from a quickly-escalating fire, officials say.  An apartment building with over 50 units located at 1980 Commonwealth Avenue in Boston caught fire in the morning of Wednesday, May 31, displacing 71 residents, according to the Boston Fire Department.  One firefighter sustained minor injuries in the battle.  All firefighter companies were dispatched to the scene of the blaze, which quickly escalated to three alarms.  Multiple ground and aerial ladders were used to attack the blaze. Boston Fire Departmen…

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by Morgan Gonzales
Lifestyle
Tired Of Hot Dogs? These Fenway Park Area Restaurants Make For A More Flavorful Season Tired Of Hot Dogs? These Fenway Park Area Restaurants Make For A More Flavorful Season
Tired Of Hot Dogs? These Fenway Park Area Restaurants Make For A More Flavorful Season The Baltimore Orioles may have squeaked out the opening day win, but these restaurants, compiled by Eater Boston, will make any trip to Fenway Park a personal win.  While the concession stands at Fenway have a long list of available burgers, fries, hot dogs, and pizza, it may not hurt to try something different. A change in dining options might even elevate your game day experience. From seafood paella to prime brisket biscuits,, sushi to tacos, this list, created by Eater Boston, has something for everyone.  Pescador  You can't get more local than eating the fresh seafood straight from N…

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by Morgan Gonzales
Police & Fire
Teens Busted In Robbery Of Allston Smoke Shop Attacked Police During Arrest: DA Teens Busted In Robbery Of Allston Smoke Shop Attacked Police During Arrest: DA
Teens Busted In Robbery Of Allston Smoke Shop Attacked Police During Arrest: DA Three teens were busted this week and charged with a robbery of an Allston smoke shop on Sunday before attacking officers when police tried to arrest them, authorities said.  Kaylee O'Connor, 18, of Lynn, was charged in Brighton BMC Monday with unarmed robbery, assault and battery on a police officer, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, receiving stolen property, possession of Class D substance, minor in possession of liquor and contributing to the delinquency of a minor, the Suffolk County District Attorney said.  She was out on bail for an existing case. A judge revoked…

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by Josh Lanier
Schools
Boston University Police Searching For Woman Behind On-Campus Stabbing Boston University Police Searching For Woman Behind On-Campus Stabbing
Boston University Police Searching For Woman Behind On-Campus Stabbing Police are looking for a woman who stabbed another person at Boston University's College of Fine Arts.  Police responded to an assault at 855 Commonwealth Avenue around 8:40 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 22, Boston University Police said. Upon arrival, officers found a person suffering from an apparent stab wound.  They were taken to a local hospital with a non-life-threatening injury. Police believe the suspect and the victim were known to each other and said there is not threat to the community.  The suspect is described as a 35-year-old Asian woman, standing 5'5," with a s…

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by David Cifarelli