LATEST NEWS
Top 10 2024 311 Reports of Neighborhood Complaints
Since 2015, 311 has been a platform that allows Boston residents to report issues in their neighborhood, from trash to parking, via phone, app or [...]
Suspect Arrested With Firearm + Phony Newport Cigarettes During Grove Hall Drug Bust
On Saturday, January 4, 2025, Officers from the District B-2 (Roxbury) Drug Control Unit (DCU) arrested 51-year-old Manestreem Forty-Four of Greensboro, Alabama, for firearm, drug, and other [...]
BPD Community Alert: Be Aware of Overdue Parking Ticket – Text Message Scam
The Boston Police Department (BPD) is issuing an alert to the public regarding a new text message scam targeting residents of the City of Boston. [...]
Investigation Update: Juvenile Suspect Arrested Following a Shooting Incident in Dorchester
Investigation Update: At about 2:00 PM, on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, members of the Youth Violence Strike Force and officers assigned to District B-3 (Mattapan) arrested [...]
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EAT & DRINK
Disco Brunch at Blend on Sundays from 11am-3pm
Enjoy your eggs with a side of Donna Summer on Sunday, December 21st! Blend – the wildly popular restaurant on Dot. Ave – features an even more [...]
Sweet Teez Bakery Bakery Finds a Sweet Spot in Dot Block!
Dorchester is about to get a little sweeter! Sweet Teez Bakery, known for its decadent cupcakes, custom cakes, brownies and pies, is officially moving into [...]
Taco Bell Night Returns Tonight at Yellow Door Taqueria
It's like Taco Bell but better Reserve your spot for Taco Bell Night at Yellow Door Taqueria featuring a throwback night with boozy Baja Blasts, [...]
Holiday Entertaining at Home
We’ve got the scoop on where to get delicious meals, side dishes, and desserts for all your holiday entertaining! Check back as this list will [...]
DORCHESTER REAL ESTATE
LIVING
Historic Baker Chocolate Factory sells for $41M – Wowza
Boston Business Journal is reporting that the Baker Chocolate Factory [...]
New Beginnings for Spukies N Pizza: Zoning Board Approves New Project with a Slice of Legacy
Big changes are coming to the corner of Washington Street [...]
Hasbro could be coming to Boston, specifically Dorchester.
Hasbro, the iconic toy maker of classics like Play-Doh, Nerf, [...]
Dorchester Development News – 749-759 Dudley Street
Looks like a new six-story apartment building could be coming [...]
Dorchester Development News: 101 – 109 Boston Street
Looks like more changes are coming to Boston Street. You [...]
FEATURES
Why Boston is the Best City – Take that, The Onion
How dare you, The Onion! Making fun of our city of Boston based on the size and perception of its residents living in a live-action simulation [...]
The ABCD Toy Drive: Give Toys and Smiles to a Child in Need This Holiday Season
Call to Action! After receiving over 6,500 requests this year and no donations so far, ABCD is looking for help. Most toys will do, but [...]
Turkeys are thriving– rebirth of the wild turkey has the population on the rise. Here are some helpful tips on dealing with our feathered friends.
What was once a rare sight in the neighborhood is now no big deal to see an urban turkey or turkeys walking down our street, [...]
History Lesson: A Tree for Boston
Do you know why Boston receives a tree every year from Nova Scotia? Well, gather around, and let me tell you the story of the [...]
LIFESTYLE
Places to Workout in the New Year – 2025
It’s 2025. Shake up your workout routine and try something new! Open Doors From beginner classes to rockin’ heated power flow, this yoga studio has [...]
Ain’t no party like a Boston Tea Party – 251st Anniversary Commemoration
Huzzah! Get ready to celebrate! It’s the 251st Anniversary of the Boston Tea Party! On December 16, 1773, a bunch of colonists who had it [...]
Last Minute Christmas Shopping in the Neighborhood
Forget the malls! Shop local! Shop dot! Pick up last-minute gifts or treat yourself to something nice! You’ll be supporting local businesses. So, really, it’s [...]
Yellow Door Taqueria Teams Up with Triple Decker Candle Co. for Margarita-Inspired Candles!
We didn’t think we could love Yellow Door Taqueria any more than we already do—but they’ve done it again! Our favorite margarita spot has teamed [...]
SEE & DO
Pitch-A-Friend at Dorchester Brewing on Friday
Have a single friend that you think is pitch-worthy? Then sign up for this fun event at Dorchester Brewing! Pitch-A-Friend is a one-of-a-kind event that celebrates [...]
5 Things You Should Know This Week – January 6th
Workouts to Try in the New Year It’s 2025. Shake up your workout routine and try something new! Check out our roundup here! American Provisions Arts Night [...]
Weekend Picks – January 3rd
Live Irish Music at Scobie's Enjoy traditional live Irish sessions on Fridays and Saturdays for trad music and a leisurely lunch at Scobie's. On Fridays [...]
New Year’s Eve on the Waterfront Ice Sculpture Stroll
Ice, Ice, Baby. Boston Harbor Now is proud to present the 12th annual New Year’s Eve on the Waterfront Ice Sculpture Stroll with nearly 30 sculptures on display! [...]