Alison Bauter, Patch Staff
- Boston, MA
Coffee-loving reporter—is that redundant?—covering Bay State politics and Boston neighborhood news from beautiful Beacon Hill.
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I cover the following Patches: Back Bay, Beacon Hill (Massachusetts politics), Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Framingham, Jamaica Plain, North End, Roslindale, South End and West Roxbury.
Posting Activity
Boston|News|
City Officials Arraigned on Extortion, Conspiracy Charges
Mayor Marty Walsh's tourism chief, intergovernmental affairs head enter "not guilty" pleas.
Portsmouth, NH|News|
Bernie Sanders Endorses Hillary Clinton in Portsmouth
At Tuesday's New Hampshire rally, the two sought to present a united front against presumptive Republican nominee, Donald Trump.
Boston|News|
Swim the Charles? A Community Group Wants to Make it Possible - Permanently.
What do you think about the idea?
Boston|News|
14-Year-Old Arrested in Mattapan Shooting
A 23-year-old woman was shot, say Boston Police.
Boston|News|
Policing and Race Relations: What the Country Can Learn from Boston
Once a cauldron of racial tension, Boston has seen no high-profile shootings by police. Improved policy and communication, or simply luck?
Boston|News|
Boston's Mike DiSanto Will Row in Rio
Belmont High School grad makes the 2016 U.S. Olympic team.
North End, MA|News|
Pop-Up Beer Garden Commemorates Expanded Hours at Boston Public Market
Beer, sunflowers and Boston Public Market running seven days a week. Worth celebrating, no?
Beacon Hill, MA|News|
Transgender Allies Celebrate Milestone in Massachusetts
Absent: the governor who signed anti-discrimination bill into law.
Boston|News|
East Boston Teen Charged with Murder, Held Without Bail
Jose Alejandro Hernandez, 16, is accused of killing Blanca Lainez.
Fenway, MA|News|
Cask 'n Flagon Faces Hearing After Two Women Allegedly Drugged: Report
Owners of popular Fenway bar headed to City Hall.
Boston|News|
Suspect in East Boston Teen's Murder Arrested
The teenager was taken into custody Sunday morning, police said.
Beacon Hill, MA|News|
Governor, Boston Mayor Kick Off Campaign Against Marijuana Legalization
Should Massachusetts legalize recreational pot? Or do you agree with Charlie Baker and Marty Walsh?
Beacon Hill, MA|News|
Massachusetts Governor Signs Transgender Anti-Discrimination Legislation
Law will take effect this October. Supporters hailed a victory, while opponents chastised Gov. Charlie Baker.
Boston|News|
Reports: Boston Police Warn of Possible Threats
A reported memo warns of threats to police posted on social media. It's unknown whether the threats are credible.
Boston|News|
Chemical Release Prompts Downtown Building Evacuation
The incident occurred at 99 High St.
Beacon Hill, MA|News|
Massachusetts Transgender Bill Clears Final Legislative Hurdle
Anti-discrimination legislation now goes to Republican Gov. Charlie Baker, who's said he'll sign.
Malden, MA|News|
Human Skull Found in Everett: Report
The skull appears to have belonged to a female, WHDH reports.