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The LRV: Beginning and End
Saturday, March 24, 2007

I've finally posted photos of the last run of the LRV on the Green Line. The photos are part of a new virtual exhibit at the Boston Transit eMuseum, entitled "The LRV: Beginning and End."

The exhibit explores documents and photos relating to the 1970's launch of the vehicles, from design specs to testing photos. I plan to also add video of the last run in the near future.

You can check out the full exhibit at The Boston Transit eMuseum, or look specifically at the last run photos here.

You can also check out the newly renovated TransitHistory.

Enjoy!

Posted byMike Prescott at 11:28 AM 1 comments

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Tasty Bread in Brookline
Tuesday, February 20, 2007

One of my favorite local bakeries is hidden away among houses and side streets in Brookline, and wouldn't be discovered by the average passer-by. Locals know, and love, Clear Flour Bread, and I'm sure you will too after a taste!

The small, easy-to-miss storefront is located at 178 Thorndike Street in Brookline, within easy walking distance from Commonwealth Avenue and Harvard Street. Once inside, you'll find a very small browsing area filled with as much breads, pastries and other goodies as is possible. From fresh-baked cookies to breads from around the world, Clear Flour Bread offers upscale selection with down-scale prices.

Breads vary by day, as they bake on a rotating daily schedule (found here). Stopping by before a holiday will ensure a treat, as they cook up different variations of their recipes, and holiday classics, just for the occasion. Visit their web site at www.clearflourbread.com for more information.

Clear Flour Bread is accessible via the Green Line's B/Boston College branch. Take the trolley to the Packard's Corner stop, walk "outbound" on Comm Ave about two blocks, and take a left. The bakery will be on your right at a 5-way intersection, in a one-story retail building (see map). Enjoy!

Images from Clear FLour Bread and Google Maps