The Boston Traveler

I’ve probably mentioned before that as a staunch non-driver, I most often walk or take public transportation, or very rarely catch a cab, when it comes time to get from Point A to Point B locally.
Even so, it’s impossible to remain unaware of the problems — meaning the sky-high gas prices — that have been tormenting the many drivers in the United States who aren’t wealthy. Since I can’t imagine what a pain in the wallet it must be to drive a car these days if you don’t have a lot of disposable income to waste, reflexive curiosity makes …read more

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At times like the present, with gas prices reaching astronomical levels, I’m very thankful I don’t drive. Unlike me, however, there are millions of people across the United States growing increasingly frustrated over the rising cost of fueling their vehicles with required gasoline.
Governor Deval Patrick and his administration apparently feel constituents’ pain, and in response, they’ve established a new website specifically geared towards helping drivers in Massachusetts cope with soaring gas prices.
Titled Gas Tips, the website currently has six sections with links to timely information on:

Searching local gas prices to find the best bargain
Maximizing the amount of gas purchased …read more

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During the wee, still-dark hours of the morning last Saturday, April 26, a flood broke out in downtown Boston when a city water main broke and subsequently caused a natural gas main to rupture after it was flooded. The unexpected deluge of water was so damaging, natural gas service was discontinued in the Financial District and the North End, and the State Street subway station was closed, too.
As a result of the lost gas service, local residents and commercial businesses were forced to make do without such necessities as gas-generated hot water and cooking. Many restaurants were forced …read more

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