LATEST NEWS
Red Line completes testing on new digital signal system as upgrades to the line continue
The MBTA announced Tuesday that critical infrastructure improvements along the Red Line Ashmont branch are complete. A service suspension from May 14 to 16 allowed [...]
Batten Down the Hatches: Downed Trees + Power Lines in the Neighborhood
Currently, over 200 downed trees in the city! Thanks to the high winds currently whipping through the area, many trees, tree branches, and power lines [...]
Traffic Advisory: In Honor of Fallen Boston Firefighter Robert Kilduff Jr.
The Boston Police Department is issuing the following traffic advisory in connection with the wake and funeral services for Boston Firefighter Robert Kilduff Jr. on Sunday, [...]
Mayor Michelle Wu Announces Community World Cup Watch Parties
Six community-based watch parties will create opportunities for residents, families and visitors to come together for the world’s biggest sporting event BOSTON – Wednesday, May [...]
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EAT & DRINK
National Burger Day – Let’s Celebrate in the Neighborhood!
As if you really needed an excuse to eat a burger. Well, it’s National Burger Day and we can’t think of a better reason to [...]
Taco Bell Night Returns on Tuesday 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, [...]
It’s Officially Ice Cream Season at Landmark Ice Cream Bar
It’s officially ice cream season – who are we kidding, it’s always ice cream season – and Landmark Public House ice cream bar in Adams [...]
Welcome to the Neighborhood: The Chester Tavern
The Chester Tavern is officially open for business in Savin Hill. The new restaurant is located at 1121 Dot Ave. and features a menu of [...]
DORCHESTER REAL ESTATE
LIVING
Dorchester Development News: Letter of Intent to be filed for $850M large scale development at former Carney Hospital
Big changes could be coming to the former Carney Hospital [...]
Dorchester Development News: Big changes are coming to Bowdoin Street.
According to Universal Hub, the Zoning Board of Appeal has [...]
A New Development Proposal Filed for 39 Minot Street — Neighbors Push Back
A historic two-family home in Cedar Grove could soon anchor [...]
Development Plans Filed to Replace Former American Legion Post on Gallivan Blvd. with Condos + Retail
A familiar but long-vacant corner in Dorchester could be getting [...]
Proposed Boutique Hotel With Rooftop Restaurant Planned for East Cottage Street in Dorchester
A Dorchester developer is pitching a new boutique hotel project [...]
FEATURES
Dorchester History Lesson: Dorchester Day Parade
The Dorchester Day Parade is on June 7th! So, what exactly is the parade celebrating? What exactly is Dorchester Day (aka Dot Day)? Let’s find [...]
Celebrating the Neighborhood: Dorchester Day Parade
Start & Finish The parade starts at 1:00 p.m. in Lower Mills at the corner of Washington Street & Dorchester Avenue and travels along Dorchester [...]
5 Things to Expect at Dorchfest 2026
Dorchfest will take place on Saturday, June 6th, from 1 pm-6 pm. Experience what it would be like to walk through a real-life shuffled Spotify [...]
Move over, Southie, Dot has a Sunday Funday destination of its own, Dot Fun Day
A marketplace of makers, designers, artists, caretakers, drinkers, doers, and dreamers A new summer tradition is coming to Dorchester! Dot Fun Day, a new open-air [...]
LIFESTYLE
Free Ferry Weekend Returns May 30-31 with Free Trips to Georges Island
Update: Due to inclement weather, Saturday, May 30th's Free Ferry Weekend has been postponed to Saturday, June 6th. Free Ferry Day on Sunday, May 31st [...]
Make Your Own Dot Rat this Weekend at Stitch House
How cute is this? Make your own Dot Rat at Stitch House on Saturdays from 2pm-4pm with Maureen aka Moe. Moe is the talented woman [...]
City of Boston Kicks Off Free Summer Fitness Series
Boston - Wednesday, April 29, 2026 - The Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) are pleased to announce the [...]
Planks, Petals and Pizza: A Moms’ Afternoon Out with bTone dorchester + The Local Hand
Looking for a fun way to celebrate Mother’s Day a little early? Here’s a good one right in the neighborhood. A “Moms’ Afternoon Out” is [...]
SEE & DO
Dot Day Celebrations in the Neighborhood 2026
The first Sunday in June is officially Dorchester Day! The parade starts at 1:00 p.m. in Lower Mills at the corner of Washington Street & [...]
5 Things You Should Know This Week – June 1st
Traffic Advisory for the Funeral of Fallen BFD Firefighter Bobby Kilduff The Boston Police Department is issuing the following traffic advisory in connection with the [...]
Pride Celebrations in the Neighborhood – 2026
It’s Pride Month in Boston and here’s a running list of events and promotions happening in and around the neighborhood! Pride Flag Raising at City [...]
Weekend Picks – May 28th
Dot Fund Day Opens on Sunday A new summer tradition is coming to Dorchester! Dot Fun Day, a new open-air market, is set to debut on [...]
