Pagliuca takes on foes on health care Nov 20, 2009
Pagliuca delivered his remarks yesterday at the Omni Parker House in downtown Boston, standing on a platform with two poster-sized placards beside him. One included quotations from the late senator and his two sons, Ted Kennedy Jr. and Patrick Kennedy, suggesting that restructuring the health care system should not get bogged down. (Boston Globe)
Coakley issues a challenge to Capuano Nov 14, 2009
Pelosi, the nation s top female politician, said yesterday at the Omni Parker House in downtown Boston that Capuano was a strong congressional leader who cast a courageous vote on health care legislation. Any one of us could have found one reason or another not to vote for the bill, Pelosi said. (Boston Globe)
Where to Stay When Going to See the... Oct 22, 2009
Two great places to stay when going to see the Red Sox are Fairmont Copley Plaza and Omni Parker House ... The Omni Parker House is notable for a variety of reasons ... However, another Omni Parker House regular, David Ortiz, helped to break the curse in 2004. (Suite101.com)
Boston hotels offer special pass to past Sep 26, 2009
For example, an overnight stay at the Boston Omni Parker House Hotel includes deluxe accommodations, full breakfast buffet, and a 90-minute "Walk Into History" tour of the Freedom Trail with an 18th century costumed Freedom Trail Player, an Omni Kids Backpack, milk and cookies on the first night and evening turndown service. Rates start from $179 (refer to code: FREEWD). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Downtown clean-up tax sought again Sep 25, 2009
Menino attended a meeting to kick off the effort last week at the Omni Parker House Hotel, where more than 200 business owners and residents gathered to learn more details. Last month, the mayor also wrote to the Downtown Crossing Partnership to express support for the campaign. (Boston Globe)
Scot Lehigh: Who wants to be a senator? Sep 23, 2009
That would be Treasurer Tim Cahill, declaring his independent gubernatorial candidacy at the Omni Parker House. Up soared Tim for Governor on ambition s soaring arc. (Boston Globe)
Support for City Council candidate in a music video Sep 20, 2009
Candidates have been flocking to the Omni Parker House, the historic venue on School Street off Boston Common, to kick off their campaigns. It s as if the hotel is enjoying its own little economic stimulus. (Boston Globe)
Capuano announces Senate candidacy, likens himself to Liberal Lion Sep 19, 2009
Capuano answered questions from the press at the Omni Parker House for about 10 minutes. Now in his sixth term in Congress, Capuano first pulled nomination papers for the seat on Sept. 8. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Celtics co-owner announcing campaign at team arena Sep 18, 2009
Coakley was the first Democrat to declare her candidacy, Capuano plans to formally launch his campaign Friday afternoon during an appearance at the Omni Parker House. State Sen. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Pagliuca, Capuano launching ads for Senate run Sep 18, 2009
US Representative Michael E. Capuano, a six-term Somerville Democrat, will declare his candidacy today at Boston s Omni Parker House, having bought $300,000 to $400,000 worth of statewide television ads that will run for the next several weeks. His 30-second ad is an effort to appeal to the party s liberal wing, which dominates primary elections. (Boston Globe)
Campaign 2010: Cahill to announce Wednesday Sep 11, 2009
Cahill's event is scheduled for the Omni Parker House Hotel's Stow Room. The adviser said Cahill would likely field questions after his press conference. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Campaign says Mihos likely to run for Senate Sep 10, 2009
Thursday at the Omni Parker House Hotel in Boston, a busy political venue the last week, featuring Coakley s announcement last week and expected to stage Treasurer Timothy Cahill s gubernatorial campaign announcement Wednesday. Asked whether Baker s perceived strength had frightened Mihos out of the race, Sowyrda said, Quite the contrary, and cited internal polling showing Mihos in the lead. (Burlington Union, MA)
Cahill jumps into race for governor, vows to lower taxes Sep 10, 2009
State Treasurer Tim Cahill left the Omni Parker House yesterday with his wife, Tina, after his announcement ... Cahill s announcement, held in a small function room at the Omni Parker House, was notably low key, with few supporters and little of the political energy that sometimes fuels campaign kickoffs. (Boston Globe)
Cahill announces bid for governor, calls for a 'new way ahead' Sep 10, 2009
The anticipated announcement at the Omni Parker House was primarily a media event. A kick-off party and fundraiser is planned for tomorrow night at the Adams Inn in Quincy. (Easton Journal, MA)
State Treasurer Timothy Cahill announced today that he will be running for governor in the election next year. Sep 10, 2009
Wednesday s announcement at the Omni Parker House was primarily a media event. Cahill was joined by his wife, Tina. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Attorney general Coakley puts in bid for Kennedy Senate seat Sep 4, 2009
But it clearly didn t affect Coakley, who not only announced before a Kennedy, but made her debut at Omni Parker House, a downtown hotel with historic ties to the Kennedy family. John F. Kennedy made his first public speech there at the age of 6, calling Mayor John Honey Fitz Fitzgerald the best grandfather a child ever had. (Boston Globe)
Coakley hopes to top $1M in two-week fundraising blitz Sep 4, 2009
The 56-year-old Medford Democrat, who formally announced her candidacy Thursday at the Omni Parker House Hotel, starts with a financial disadvantage against Capuano and Stephen Lynch, whose campaign kitties hold $1. 2 million and $1. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Family travel five: New Mexico a western wonderland for kids Aug 25, 2009
Omni Parker House Introduces Freedom Trail Suite for Families ... Along with the brand's irresistible Omni Sensational Kids program, the Omni Parker House now provides another great way for children and their families to travel in a unique kid-friendly style while also learning about Boston's vital role in American history ... One entire wall also features a chalkboard for drawing while another hosts a large, vibrant mural displaying the route and the landmarks of Boston's Freedom Trail which... (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Hotels giving children the VIP treatment Aug 24, 2009
At the Omni Parker House, the number of backpacks filled with canteens and mini flashlights being handed out by front desk clerks is through the roof ... John Murtha, general manager of the three-star Omni Parker House, said he has seen 25 percent to 30 percent more families this summer compared with last year. (Boston Globe)
Making hotel history Jun 24, 2009
Boston Omni Parker House Hotel, Boston, Mass. three diamonds. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Tall ships gala gets $1m, but may not fill hotel rooms Jun 19, 2009
The Omni Parker House s director of sales and marketing, David Ritchie, said his bookings are up for the week, but others are disappointed. The uncertainty of the whole affair has caused people to delay making their plans, said Doug Soares, marketing director for Marriott hotels in Boston. (Boston Globe)
Guys-only getaways from $139 May 30, 2009
Located just a short ride away, the Omni Parker House is offering sports fans an affordable "Boston Baseball" package. Highlights include deluxe guestroom accommodations for two with breakfast daily, and two tickets to a Red Sox game. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Sept. 11 families to aid kin of fallen service members May 21, 2009
The organization will be unveiled at a news conference at 11 this morning at the Omni Parker House hotel in Boston, with Sept. 11 families and the families of fallen service members in attendance. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Stoneham resident joins committee for Earth Night May 5, 2009
Ken Pruitt of Stoneham is on the planning committee for the 13th annual Earth Night, Wednesday evening, May 27, 6-9 p.m., at the Omni Parker House Hotel. I m delighted to be a part of Earth Night, said Pruitt. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
Restoring a place in history the old-fashioned way Apr 3, 2009
Chapman Place runs for a block, hidden in the steam exhaust and shadows of the Omni Parker House and a new 32-story luxury condominium high-rise at 45 Province St. With the condos nearly complete, the developer is replacing the old, tar-covered cobblestones dug out during construction. A crew from Heritage Restoration has spent the past two weeks laying the block of new stones - some 9,000 in an alley barely 10 feet wide. (Boston Globe)
Your Week: April 1st Apr 2, 2009
This three-hour narrated tour takes you to places wheres Boston's finest chocolate creations can be found; Top of the Hub Restaurant, Omni Parker House Hotel and Langham Boston Hotel. Event is on Saturday, April 4th at 11:00 a.m. Tour departs from the corner of Boylston and South Charles street. (The Suffolk Journal, MA)
Biz groups call for 25-cent gas tax hike, labor witholding support Mar 3, 2009
The group, addressing reporters from behind a table at the Omni Parker House Hotel, joined Patrick in embracing all of the reforms in the 2007 report, such as enacting stronger reporting and accountability measures, pulling between $1 billion and $2 billion from the T s benefit system over the next 20 years, and creating a unified surface transportation agency. One business group notably missing from the press conference was the state s largest non-profit employer association, Associated... (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Sweet satisfaction Feb 7, 2009
The tour also stops at the Omni Parker House Hotel, home of the Boston cream pie. After sampling the pie, chocoholics buckle down at the chocolate bar buffet at the Langham Hotel. (CNN -- Travel)
