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Christopher Columbus set out on a journey in 1492. How much do you know about his mission? Take this quiz and test your knowledge about one of the most famous explorers.
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Monday, October 8, 2012
Celebrate Columbus Day in Boston
Here is some of what's happening in Boston, for those who celebrate Columbus Day.
Columbus Day, a nationally recognized federal holiday, falls on Monday, Oct. 8 this year. While it is an opportunity for some to sleep in on a Monday, the holiday itself is also interesting, and a great time to celebrate and shop. Columbus Day remembers Italian explorer Christopher Columbus’ long journey across the Atlantic Ocean to the "New World." Columbus' crew first spotted land on Oct. 12, 1492. Some people protest having a holiday named after Columbus, because his voyages sparked widespread deaths among native peoples by the slave trade and spreading European diseases. The USS Anzio is docked alongside the USS Constitution in Charlestown. You can take a free tour of the World War II-era ship from noon to 4 p.m. Monday. You can also …
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Friday, October 5, 2012
ADVISORY: Expect Massive Traffic on I-93 for Columbus Day Weekend
The state is warning that road work on Saturday and Sunday may cause backups as long as 20 miles on I-93.
If you're driving this Columbus Day weekend, avoid I-93 northbound in Boston. The state has issued a travel advisory that road work will narrow I-93 to one lane from the Tip O'Neil Tunnel to the Zakim Bridge, according to the Herald. Backups of 20 miles are expected for northbound travelers. The closures are planned to start Friday at 10 p.m. and go until 10 a.m. Saturday. Another work session is scheduled for Saturday 10 p.m. to Sunday 10 a.m. For a complete description of the work and lane closures, see the state's advisory. Because of the nature of the work, rain could force postponement. For traffic updates before you get behind the wheel, see the JP Patch traffic page. If you use Twitter, you can get roadwork updates from the …
Monday, October 10, 2011
What's Open, Closed on Columbus Day
Restaurants and supermarkets will be open on the holiday.
Columbus Day is observed on Monday, Oct. 10. Here's a handy list of what's open (and closed) during the holiday: Also, click here for traffic advisories issued for Columbus Day by the City of Boston.
Chris Helms
11:43 am on Monday, October 10, 2011
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