When the Boston Globe decided to run “Heartbreak house – couple say dream home became a nightmare.” on the front page, they upset a lot of people. Front page placement raises the importance and caliber of a story; readers take that front page seriously, and expect the paper to do so as well. The story of how a couple was disappointed in their $1.55 million “This Old House”-renovated purchase and sold it at a loss angered many readers. ”Maybe next week you can write the heartbreaking tale of the Weston attorney whose Godiva chocolates melted on his way home.” The homebuyers are upset also by the unwanted attention. They never realized the story would be on page one. “Putting it on an equal footing with major stories and with people who have real problems was not appropriate.” They bought a new home they are happy with and the family they sold to is happy. The Globe is left to ponder that front page placement. (via MediaNews)