June 2014 Issue
Feature
Cleaning House
As Mayor Walsh digs up dirt on city departments, he’s doing more than just taking on a couple of rogue agencies—he’s also taking a blowtorch to the legacy of Tom Menino.
Selling God
In the modern age, Unitarian Universalism’s constant soul-searching had become its biggest liability: It lacked a clear advertising angle.
Toward a Better You
Our definitive health and beauty guide, with news you can use at every age.
Department
The New College Try
When Boston University’s announced its student newspaper is ditching dead trees for digital, the city’s college publications reached a turning point.
Into the Fire
One veteran Boston firefighter said the blaze that claimed the lives of two brave men was the worst he’d seen in 30 years. But will investigators bring charges?
News
Half-Baked Dunkin’
These are the few Dunkin’ Donuts inventions we could have done without.
Hub Hopping
Logan Airport is offering new windows to the world with these recent international flights.
Walden; Or, Selfies in the Woods
We posed philosophical questions from the classic tome to Walden-based Instagramers.
Linked-In Learning
Harvard’s new online classroom will combine the interactivity of a live seminar with the flexibility of online learning.
The Power of Ideas: Nurys Camargo
With the Chica Project, Camargo is fostering Massachusetts’ next generation of female leaders.
War Protester, April 1970
Photographer Peter Simon discusses the strongest antiwar photo he’s ever taken.
Arts + Entertainment
Restaurants
Pastoral’s Tricked-Out Pizza Oven
Plus, seven more pizza places open now and coming soon.
Bugging Out
When prepared by skilled chefs, entomophagy can bring exciting new flavors to the table.
The Return of the Deli?
We may be ready for the return of the deli, but getting one up and running isn’t as easy as meeting demand.
Fashion + Style
Neighborhood Watch: Marblehead
The historical seaside town is more than just preppies and embroidered nautical belts.
Turn the Tables
Ready to reclaim your dining room? Feast your eyes on and be inspired by these ultra-chic pieces.
Pleated Perfection
Marco de Vincenzo’s reversible A-line dress is this year’s instant summer classic.
Shore Things
When it comes to summer weekends away, it’s all in the (supremely durable and utterly timeless) bag.
Health
Get On Board
With water all around, Boston offers multiple ways to hit the deck with paddleboarding.
Connoisseur: Food and Drink
Cool Beans
Here are seven seriously chilled-out concoctions we’ll be sipping all summer long.
The Return of the Deli?
We may be ready for the return of the deli, but getting one up and running isn’t as easy as meeting demand.
Dining Out: Bondir Concord
The new Bondir is just as earnest as the original, but the awkward-to-graceful ratio is much higher.