The Boston Globe

Because Americans consume more than any other people on Earth, the country's 10.6% growth rate over the past ten years is causing even greater strain on the environment, according to the Center for Environment and Population.

A year after Katrina, the federal money for rebuilding is just starting to arrive, while the city's mayor has failed to lead the reconstruction.

The nation's corroded sewer pipes have reached the end of their planned life cycle, but few people notice until they break.

Officials hope to revive service between Central Connecticut and New York City for the first time in 35 years.

In an effort to maintain more control over the system and to boost its own economy, Boston plans to depart from the model used in other U.S. cities by turning its Wi-Fi network over to a non-profit organization.

The City of Boston is in the process of adding solar powered trash cans in its downtown. Despite early confusion from pedestrians, Mayor Tom Menino praises them for their cleanliness and ability to save on labor costs.

Long in the planning and approval stage, a 40-story Cesar Pelli designed office and residential complex will be built adjacent to Boston's transportation hub -- South Station.

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection is setting new limits on how much water can be used by towns in the Charles River watershed, drastically altering the development plans of many towns.

A team of developers from New York City plan to add to Boston's already up and coming Fort Point Channel Neighborhood.

Though more expensive than steel, a New England developer is finding more long term value in the use of concrete.

Though Cambridge's Kendall Square has long been a hub of employment, it has always lacked a significant residential component. With several projects in the pipeline, that is about to change.

The twin cities of Lewiston and Auburn have long been known as Maine's worst urban area. Today, it is using art, history, diversity, and culture to carve out its niche as one of the state's funkiest and most historical urban areas.

For the first time since 2001, monthly rental rates in the greater Boston area are beginning to rise.

With the help of the Romney administration, transit oriented development is taking off in eastern Massachusetts.

Most municipalities strictly prohibit mixed-use development. Changing these laws to encourage compact development would reduce the nation's dependence on gas, writes Anthony Flint.

The City of Boston combed Newbury Street yesterday to penalize two dozen stores who were in violation of its strict sidewalk signage code.

Fearing that one memorial may lead to many more in the wake of the Big Dig, Boston Mayor Thomas Menino is not supporting the placement of an Armenian-American memorial on the yet to be completed Rose Kennedy Greenway.

What was once one of its most productive shipyards is now slated to become a billion dollar urban village on Boston's south shore.

An influx of well-heeled professionals into Boston has stanched the exodus of middle-class families from the city.

An increase in supply and decrease in demand has slowed sales in one of America's most expensive single-family housing markets.