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"The Lost Boy," <em>Boston Herald</em>
We know, we know—how could we possibly overlook the Globe's compelling multipart series on that single, white Beacon Hill female and her frustrating search for the perfect man? Call us frivolous, but we preferred the three-part Herald narrative on a 14-year-old runaway living in the woods, eloquently written by Lauren Beckham Falcone and poignantly photographed by Garo Lachinian.
Steve Bulpett, <em>Boston Herald</em>
This rising star now writes the Best basketball-game stories in town, especially since Bob Ryan obviously has loftier aspirations than merely keeping his eye on the ball for the fans—like writing the aforementioned book.
Bob Ryan, <em>Boston Globe</em>
A relief to have him back on the basketball beat.
Frank Phillips, <em>Boston Herald</em>
Beats the Globe with State House stories weekly, despite being outnumbered four to one by the Globe's reporters.
Leigh Montville, <em>Boston Globe</em>
Second year in a row. But listen, Leigh, why don't you take a break on Sunday?
The <em>East Boston Community News</em>
A spunky, provocative weekly that has already spawned a number of the city's better young writers. Was the first to get on Ed King's case, when he was Mr. Big at Massport.
Boston Speed's Hot Dogs
A dog is a dog is a dog—until you get to Boston Speed's little trailer. Speed serves up wolfhound-size hot dogs (specially made according to his secret recipe) in a real roll, with great sauces you'll never find in a supermarket. Somwhere in the New Market parking lot, Boston, MA .
The Bank of Boston Celebrity Series
Last year it brought us Lynn Redgrave in Shakespeare for My Father. This year it will present the Twyla Tharp Dancers, Itzhak Perlman, Victor Borge—the list goes on.
The Holiday Lights on Boston Common
What angry god hurled these strings of multicolored light bulbs down to earth? Was he/she aiming for Coney Island? Boston, MA
Boston Shakespeare Company
Sellars has worked magic, from Brecht to Beckett. Too bad he's leaving.
Boston University Celebrity Series
Despite its including the disappointing Vladimir Horowitz and Luciano Pavarotti concerts.
The Boston Repertory Theater
A solid company displayed to advantage in a well-chosen repertoire. 1 Boylston Place, Boston, MA .
The Boston Sail Loft
Nice location and a casual, friendly atmosphere. 80 Atlantic Ave., Boston, MA .
Apley's, Sheraton-Boston Hotel
Over $1 million was spent to make this restaurant the showpiece of the chain. Money talks, nobody starves. 39 Dalton St., Boston, MA .