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Final push for census

Final push for census

17 Mar 2010

…promised that the private information provided won't be shared with other federal agencies. The Rev. Cheng Imm Tan, of the Boston Mayor's Office of New Bostonians, said it was important for immigrants to fill out the census because the state's immigrant… ...

Maintenance blamed in fire truck death

Maintenance blamed in fire truck death

08 Mar 2010

…outside vendors working on fire equipment. >> READ THE REPORT The investigation was one of several into the accident. Boston Mayor Thomas Menino says the department has already implemented recommendations from previous reports, including the hiring of… ...

DeLeo proposes 2 casinos, slot machines

DeLeo proposes 2 casinos, slot machines

04 Mar 2010

…start." He later told reporters he would not play a role in their siting, even though Suffolk Downs is in his district and Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino favors a license for it. While DeLeo pledged to file the bill this month, the immediate affect of any… ...

VIDEO: Menino calls out meteorologists

VIDEO: Menino calls out meteorologists

17 Feb 2010

He's no Lenny Bruce, but the comedy style of Mayor Tom Menino certainly creating controversy around the FOX25 studios. ...

The BRA Money Machine

The BRA Money Machine

27 Jan 2010

UNDERCOVER - In last year's mayoral election, Mayor Tom Menino's challengers zeroed in on the powerful Boston Redevelopment Authority, claiming the agency is out of control and should be abolished. FOX Undercover's Mike Beaudet reports. ...

Affordable housing lottery rigged?

Affordable housing lottery rigged?

26 Jan 2010

It is a government-run affordable housing program kicked off with great fanfare 10 year ago by Boston Mayor Tom Menino and its goal is to give middle class people a chance to buy a home in Boston they can actually afford. It sounds… ...

Brown reaches out to Democrats

Brown reaches out to Democrats

26 Jan 2010

…Brown is spending time reaching out to traditional Democratic constituencies. He started Tuesday with a courtesy call on Boston Mayor Thomas Menino. Brown is also having another closed-door meeting with black clerical and community leaders. ...

Get-out-the-vote efforts in Senate race

Get-out-the-vote efforts in Senate race

18 Jan 2010

…pitcher Curt Schilling. Concern among Democrats about turnout has been palpable. At a largely black church service Sunday, Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino implored congregants to call at least 10 friends and make sure they planned to vote Tuesday. At a Coakley… ...

Underperforming schools

Underperforming schools

05 Jan 2010

…through the Legislature, the Senate has passed it, and the House may soon. Education reform was a central theme during Boston Mayor Thomas Menino's inaugural speech last night. Boston Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Carol Johnson recently joined the… ...

Mayor Menino sworn in for 5th time

Mayor Menino sworn in for 5th time

03 Jan 2010

Boston Mayor Thomas Menino is touting his successes and promising to move the city's economy forward and improve its schools as he begins a record fifth term in office. ...

Making predictions for 2010

Making predictions for 2010

31 Dec 2009

…triumphant return to golf in 2010, but only after the PGA agrees to secure a new tournament sponsor: Hooters. And Boston Mayor Tom Menino will undergo even more painful knee surgery again in 2010, after his advisers realize he actually speaks more… ...

Menino aide accused in drug case resigns

Menino aide accused in drug case resigns

24 Dec 2009

BOSTON - An aide to Boston Mayor Thomas Menino accused of selling marijuana and the painkiller Oxycontin has resigned. ...

Joe's interview with Tom Menino

Joe's interview with Tom Menino

04 Dec 2009

It is Christmas time again but this year something seems missing. No not Santa. Someone even more jolly and all powerful than Santa Claus. It’s Tom Minion. ...

Politicians to be thankful for

Politicians to be thankful for

25 Nov 2009

…a new term for cheating on your wife: “Hiking on the Appalachian Trail.” We can’t leave out mayoral candidate Michael Flaherty, who coined a new term for losing: “Flooning.” We can be especially thankful for Hillary Clinton for overcoming… ...

Menino recovering after knee surgery

Menino recovering after knee surgery

09 Nov 2009

BOSTON - Mayor Thomas M. Menino underwent surgery this morning at Brigham and Women's Hospital to repair a torn quadriceps tendon on his left knee. ...

Neighbors want to quiet 'Ironsides'

Neighbors want to quiet 'Ironsides'

07 Nov 2009

…The Constitution is a historical sight. It happens twice a day. I just don't think it's a major problem,” said Boston Mayor Thomas Menino. “They are loud. I jump every time. I'm near them, but that's what it is you moved into – a beautiful… ...

Menino on winning unprecedented 5th term

Menino on winning unprecedented 5th term

06 Nov 2009

It's been a very busy week for Boston Mayor Tom Menino as he wins his fifth term in office this week. The mayor joined the FOX25 Morning News today. ...

Boston precinct gets only 1 vote

Boston precinct gets only 1 vote

05 Nov 2009

…to show up at Ward 1, Precinct 15. A quick look at Boston’s voting results shows the one vote in the precinct was for Boston Mayor Thomas Menino. For the city council it went to Felix Arroyo. Green blames the foul-up on an outdated state law requiring… ...

Voters kick out incumbents

Voters kick out incumbents

04 Nov 2009

…a clear message to lawmakers around the country: don’t expect to cruise to re-election. Unless of course you’re Tom Menino, who showed once again he's immune to anti-incumbency movements. The results also could be bad news for Gov. Deval Patrick… ...

Mayor Menino seeks fifth term

Mayor Menino seeks fifth term

02 Nov 2009

BOSTON - Boston Mayor Thomas Menino is working to hold off a challenge from City Council President Michael Flaherty in his bid for an unprecedented fifth consecutive four-year term. ...

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Yemen tanker docks in Boston

Yemen tanker docks in Boston

BOSTON - The first tanker of liquefied natural gas from Yemen has arrived safely in Massachusetts.

Tue, 23 Feb 2010
|Tom Meninofound at0:26

“…at the right behind me here and something. The ball and Mayor Tom Menino went out to have been very vocal about not want this to happen. The mayor -- local community. The anchor is carrying …”

VIDEO: Menino calls out meteorologists

VIDEO: Menino calls out meteorologists

He's no Lenny Bruce, but the comedy style of Mayor Tom Menino certainly creating controversy around the FOX25 studios.

Wed, 17 Feb 2010
The BRA Money Machine

The BRA Money Machine

UNDERCOVER - In last year's mayoral election, Mayor Tom Menino's challengers zeroed in on the powerful Boston Redevelopment Authority, claiming the agency is out of control and should be abolished. FOX Undercover's Mike Beaudet reports.

Wed, 27 Jan 2010
Making predictions for 2010

Making predictions for 2010

(FOX25, myfoxboston) - Instead of New Years resolutions, how about some New Years predictions? FOX25 Political Editor Joe Battenfeld says it’s going to be tough to top 2009, but we can try.

Thu, 31 Dec 2009
|Tom Meninofound at1:25

“…intent on winning his very first tournament. The hooters pro am. In Boston Mayor Tom Menino will undergo even more painful knee surgery -- twenty -- after his visor has realized. Actually easier to understand. When -- on …”

Joe's interview with Tom Menino

Joe's interview with Tom Menino

It is Christmas time again but this year something seems missing. No not Santa. Someone even more jolly and all powerful than Santa Claus. It’s Tom Minion.

Fri, 4 Dec 2009
|Tom Meninofound at0:24

“…into someone even more jolly and all powerful. -- closet and yet Tom Menino sidelined by a freak knee injury unable even to his favorite thing. Lighting Christmas trees have you ever felt a pain before …”

Menino on winning unprecedented 5th term

Menino on winning unprecedented 5th term

It's been a very busy week for Boston Mayor Tom Menino as he wins his fifth term in office this week. The mayor joined the FOX25 Morning News today.

Fri, 6 Nov 2009
|Tom Meninofound at0:04

“…Has -- decree we former Boston Mayor Tom Menino he has won his fifth term in -- mayors joining morning good morning eluded him once again are you. Are you feeling …”

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I Wanna Be Elected!

I Wanna Be Elected!

Contributor:Joe Battenfeld

Cooper.As usual, there are last minute charges of voting irregularitites - a translator dismissed for allegedly helping Michael Flaherty's campaign, and allegations of city workers using intimidation tactics to get out the vote for Menino.Will it all

Will Menino Survive?

Will Menino Survive?

Contributor:Joe Battenfeld

Hard to believe I'm writing this, but the Boston mayor's race is no longer a question of how big Tom Menino's margin will be, but whether he can still survive? (Cue Gloria Gaynor now)Thanks to some clever marketing by rival Micahel

Is Menino a Lazy-Boy?

Is Menino a Lazy-Boy?

Contributor:Joe Battenfeld

most awkward moment - when challenger Kevin McCrea commended Menino for overcoming his speakingcompliment.Also make sure you don't miss Sam Yoon comparing Menino to a chair. What kindpretty much remained composed. Look for Sam Yoon to come out of this with some momentum

Bring It On!

Bring It On!

Contributor:Mark Ockerbloom

but especially this year with the incumbent Tom Menino, taking part in not one, not two, but threecombination of all three...but for challengers Michael Flaherty, Sam Yoon and Kevin McCrea, there has never been a better time for an

Will Menino Stumble?

Will Menino Stumble?

Contributor:Joe Battenfeld

as you get set to watch the final mayoral debate before the Sept 22 primary - right on Fox 25 of course!Is there any way Tom Menino can lose this?Well, if there is, it will begin Thursday at 5 p.m. - oh yeah, and you have to be watching our station

Who wants to be a mayor?

Who wants to be a mayor?

Contributor:Maria Stephanos

Well, a lot of people. And I mean mayor of Boston. Mayor Menino wants to stay. Councilors Michael Flaherty and Sam Yoon are chomping at the bit and so is Businessman Kevin McCrea. Put them all together and you have quite the debate