Ten years in the making, plans for Boston’s Charles River Skatepark are underway. But some remain skeptical.

In one of the most closely watched races in the country,  Republican incumbent Sen. Scott Brown and his Democratic challenger Elizabeth Warren will meet in the first of four televised debates.

Tad Devine, a political media consultant who has worked for Democratic and independent candidates, gave some insider tips what it takes for a candidate to come out a debate winner.

The Boston Globe arts writer joined us to share some of her suggestions of where to go and what to see.

Dave Munro was an air traffic controller in the Navy. The distance from everyone he knew and the loneliness inspired him to become a songwriter.