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International Day of Play on City Hall is Tuesday!
On Tuesday, Mayor Michelle Wu and the Office of Early Childhood will host the first International Day of Play on City Hall Plaza, a free, public, family-friendly event. The Mayor will tour various play activities hosted by 29 community organizations and participate in a press availability following the tour. The...
Coming Soon – Alianza Park Series featuring a pop up beer garden in the neighborhood
Roundhead Brewing Company and Fresh Food Generation recently announced the Alianza Park Series, a first-of-its-kind mobile beer garden and hospitality series coming to seven neighborhood parks across the City of Boston. Alianza Park Series combines a menu of small-batch brews from the Latino-owned Roundhead Brewing Company and farm-to-plate Caribbean American eats from Fresh Food Generation. Alianza (“Alliance”) speaks to the business partnership and invites attendees to travel and build community across Boston neighborhoods.
Celebrate Day – Father’s Day in South Boston
Father’s Day is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect opportunity to celebrate the amazing dads in our lives. Whether you’re looking for a day filled with adventure, relaxation, or delicious food, there’s something for every type of dad. So, get ready to make this Father’s Day one to remember with our top recommendations!
5 Things You Should Know This Week – June 10th
A new and welcomed addition to the South Boston Farmers Market, Capo is now selling baked goods, breads, bagels, croissants, cookies and more! The South Boston Farmers Market takes place on Mondays starting at 12pm in the West Broadway municipal lot. DCR Traffic Advisory – Morrissey Boulevard. Beginning on...
South Boston Man charged with knife attack at Andrew Station
A Southie man with a 22-page criminal record has been charged in an alleged knife attack at the Andrew MBTA station. According to the Boston Herald, Thomas Digaetano, 42, has been ordered held pending a dangerousness hearing after being arraigned in connection to the alleged assault earlier this week. Around...
DCR Traffic Advisory – Morrissey Boulevard in Dorchester
Beginning on Sunday, June 9, 2024, and continuing through Thursday, June 20, 2024, the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) will close lanes along Morrissey Boulevard between Freeport Street and Old Colony Avenue in the City of Boston to accommodate roadway milling and paving work. Sunday, June 9 through Thursday,...
Weekend Picks – June 7th
On the Dot will host the first event of its exciting season on Saturday from 12-5PM! The Boston Cup and On the Dot® will host the Car Show at The LOT. Enjoy classic cars, live music by The Skrims, delicious food, and a toy car race track. Be sure to check out The Cantina as well for more snacks and drinks! RSVP here and be sure to keep an eye out for more upcoming events at The LOT by following their Instagram page, @onthedotboston.
Former BC High teacher indicted on child rape charge
BOSTON, June 5, 2024 –A Suffolk County grand jury has indicted a Jesuit priest and former teacher at Boston College High School on a charge of raping a student at the school between 2008 and 2009, Suffolk District Attorney Kevin Hayden announced. KEVIN WHITE, 62, of Weston will be...
BPDA Community Meeting to Discuss 49-51 D Street
The Boston Planning and Development Agency will host a virtual community meeting on Thursday, June 20th at 6pm to discuss the project at 49-51 D Street. Zoom Link: bit.ly/49-51Pub Toll Free: (833) 568 – 8864 Meeting ID: 160 683 8780. Project Description:. Project Description: The information at this meeting...
Person identified in the crash that happened last week after a car drove off of ramp and feel 40 feet in South Boston
Around 9:40AM on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, Massachusetts State Troopers responded to a single-vehicle crash on the Massachusetts Avenue Connector ramp to Frontage Road in South Boston. Preliminary investigation indicates that a 2004 Dodge Durango was traveling on the Massachusetts Avenue Connector toward Frontage Road. The Durango struck a concrete...
Car drives off of ramp and falls 40 feet before bursting into flames in South Boston
BFD and State Police responded to a call for a car fire on Frontage Road and the Mass. Ave. Connector (Exit 16 of I 93) around 10:30 am on Wednesday. BFD Commissioner Paul Burke briefed the media and stated that a vehicle crashed into the barrier of the Mass Ave Connector and fell approximately 40 feet onto the exit ramp below. The driver died at the scene.
Mayor Wu, Boston Celtics + TD Garden Share Watch Party Plans + Safety Prep for NBA Finals
TD Garden & City of Boston to host first-ever watch party at TD Garden. BOSTON – Tuesday, June 4, 2024 – Today, Mayor Michelle Wu joined Governor Maura Healey, Boston Police Commissioner Michael Cox, Celtics & TD Garden leadership, and Celtics legend Cedric Maxwell to announce watch party plans and public safety preparations for the upcoming NBA Finals. The Celtics will face the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Finals starting in Boston on June 6. Mayor Wu and TD Garden President Glen Thornborough announced TD Garden will host its first ever watch party for two Boston Celtics away games: Game 3 on Wednesday, June 12, and Game 4 on Friday, June 14. The full game broadcast will be played in the TD Garden arena. Tickets for the family-friendly events will be $18 (to mark the Celtics’ fight for their 18th banner) and discounted food and parking will be available. Pre-sale tickets will go on sale tomorrow, with general sale happening on Thursday.
A drunken “situation” at the South Bay Applebee’s ends with the police on scene and three people “overserved.”
Universal Hub is reporting about a “situation” involving a large bottle of tequila, a Blue Gatorade, and a legless trio, drunk outta their minds, in front of the South Bay Applebee’s back in October. Despite Applebee’s serving its famous Dollaritas, a woman decided to smuggle in her...
MBTA Dorchester Ave Bridge Project – Construction Update
The Dorchester Ave. Bridge Project has recently completed the steel girder erection phase of the project and continues moving forward with construction. During the upcoming weekends from Friday night, June 07 through Monday, June 10, and Friday night, June 14 through Monday, June 17, the Project will be working continuously around the clock, during which time neighbors can expect increased construction activity resulting in noise and minor traffic inconveniences.
Lulu Green + Rhodium Rhode Island join forces for a special craft cocktail dinner on Thursday
Join Lulu Green on Thursday, June 6, to indulge in a culinary experience like no other! Savor four delectable courses perfectly paired with exquisite craft cocktails! Cathy Plourde, co-founder and distiller of local favorite Rhodium Rhode Island Spirits, will be on hand to tell you how each craft cocktail was created and paired.
Summer Street Pilot Program Community Open House
The City of Boston is hosting three open house events for the Summer Street Pilot Program. This is your opportunity to engage directly with the City and share your feedback on the pilot. Your input is vital to shaping the future of Summer Street. Join. the City to ask questions,...
Harry McDonough Sailing Center Fundraiser + Sign ups on June 13th
Help support a local institution, the Harry McDonough Sailing Center at Castle Island. On Thursday, June 13th from 6pm-9pm, join Senator Nick Collins and State Rep. David Biele, along with the board of directors of the sailing center, for a summertime cocktail reception at the sailing center located at Pleasure Bay.
Councilor Ed Flynn will host a listening session on changes to Boylston Street bus + bike lanes
After receiving numerous complaints and concerns about the BTD proposed changes to Boylston Street, City Councilor Ed Flynn has organized a listening session. See his letter below:. Dear Civic Leaders, neighbors, and business leaders,. Over the past few weeks, many of you have written to me about your concerns with...
Jury selection begins in trials of sex offender charged in 1988 South Boston strangling
Jury selection is scheduled to begin Monday in the trial of a 61-year-old convicted sex offender charged with strangling a woman and leaving her body in the basement of a South Boston building back in 1988. Richard Vega is charged with first-degree murder for allegedly killing Judy Chamberlain, whose body...
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