Author: William J. Kole
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Maker of candy hearts and Necco Wafers is up for grabs
BOSTON — The 171-year-old candy maker known for its chalky Necco Wafers and those little inscribed hearts that are everywhere on Valentine’s Day was up for grabs in bankruptcy court Wednesday. A judge began hearing presentations by four suitors looking to acquire the New England Confectionery Co., or Necco. A deal would most likely ensure…
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This old outhouse: Privy tied to Paul Revere is excavated
BOSTON — No. 1 if by land, No. 2 if by sea? Archaeologists are excavating what they believe was the site of an outhouse next door to Paul Revere’s home — and the privy, as the colonists politely called their potties, could be flush with artifacts. People typically dumped trash and household goods in their…
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Athletes using power of the selfie to clean sports of doping
BOSTON — It resembles the symbol for infinity: a sideways “S” that Kara Goucher, Molly Huddle and other elite U.S. athletes suddenly are sporting on biceps, wrists and shins. The tattoos are temporary. But the campaign they represent is an all-out attempt to permanently purge competitive athletics of doping. “People are getting the impression that…
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Iran risks more sanctions as U.N. warns of stalemate
VIENNA — Iran veered closer toward the possibility of being slapped with tough new international sanctions Monday after its president refused to stop enriching uranium and the U.N. nuclear watchdog warned of a “stalemate” with the country. President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Tehran is ready to talk with world powers about unspecified “global concerns” — but…
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Iran recount seen as bid to placate opposition
EDITOR’S NOTE: Iranian authorities have barred journalists for international news organizations from reporting on the streets and ordered them to stay in their offices. This report is based on the accounts of witnesses reached in Iran and official statements carried on Iranian media. ___ In an attempt to placate protesters, Iran conducted a partial recount…
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New clashes erupt in Iran
EDITOR’S NOTE: Iranian authorities have barred journalists for international news organizations from reporting on the streets and ordered them to stay in their offices. This report is based on the accounts of witnesses reached in Iran and official statements carried on Iranian media. Several thousand protesters – some chanting “Where is my vote?” – clashed…