Paul Connearney

1 week ago | wbur.org | Sharon Brody |Paul Connearney

Project Bread called its Walk for Hunger on Boston Common Sunday a "critical call to action"-- with food prices rising and federal funding for food assistance programs under threat. Four thousand walkers hoped to raise more than one million dollars to fight food insecurity. Nicoletta Giardina is the head of the First Congregational Church of Revere Food Pantry and she led a team of volunteers in the Walk for Hunger.

2 months ago | wbur.org | Sharon Brody |Paul Connearney

Sullivan's on Castle Island is serving up the hot dogs for the 74th yearSullivan's on Castle Island. (Sharon Brody/WBUR)Bostonians flocking to Castle Island to grab a hot dog or a lobster roll at Sullivan's--- is a sign of Spring. The family-owned takeout restaurant in South Boston opened Saturday for the season. Third-generation owner Brandan Sullivan spoke with WBUR Weekend Edition Host Sharon Brody about the hot dogs, sense of community, and pesky seagulls. This segment aired on March 1, 2025.