Editor’s note: Five Boxford Scouts from Troop 51 were commended at Court of Honor on Nov. 26, 2011 when they officially received the distinction of becoming Eagle Scouts. The ceremony took place at the First Congregational Churh, Family Life Center.

A bit of a splash erupted on the Web yesterday in the form of photos showing a boat displaying two hammerheads. One was a shark. The other was the celebrity, Rosie O'Donnell.

Great water sports, and great customer service in the Florida Keys.

The Scuba Diving Instruction industry foundered in 2009, but revenue has bounced back considerably since then. Nonetheless, the tough times are not over. Because the industry’s core consumers are traditionally young professionals, a complete rebound in revenue has not yet occurred. Indeed, the number of certified divers declined at an average annual pace of 1.5% over the five years to 2012, and …

While recounting his path through two near-fatal spinal cord injuries, addiction, and a lifelong fight to ensure civil rights for the disabled, J.R. Harding leveled with his audience. read more

While recounting his path through two near-fatal spinal cord injuries, addiction, and a lifelong fight to ensure civil rights for the disabled, J.R. Harding leveled with his audience. Success in… read more

The biggest gift-giving holidays are upon us, and if there’s a particularly hard-to-shop-for person on your list you may be stumped. Fear not, because for the sum of just $12 million, you could give that special someone their very own island paradise.

He goes down a chimney and flies through the sky, but it’s not often you see Santa submerged.

Coral reefs play an important role in marine ecosystems, so it’s concerning to scientists, as well as ocean conservationists, that many coral reefs around the world are in distress or dying off.

This column is dedicated to the recreational fisherperson who wants to have a good time, get the boat wet, spend time with friends and family, and maybe catch a couple fish. For about… read more