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“They’re still in the street two weeks later.” Councilor Culpepper debates the future of space savers
Space savers are a time-honored tradition in Boston’s rougher winters. The practice serves to mark the spot a neighbor shoveled out and ensure their hard work is [...]
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum: 36 Years Later and Still in the Dark but There is a New Book out With a Theory
In the wee hours of March 18th, 1990, the day of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in South Boston, two men wearing Boston police uniforms [...]
BPD Community Alert: Detectives Seek to Identify Individual Following Breaking & Entering Incident in Dorchester
Detectives assigned to District B-2 (Dorchester) are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the individual pictured in connection with a breaking and entering incident that [...]
BPD Community Alert: Fraudulent Parking Violation Court Notices
The Boston Police Department (BPD) is warning residents about a new scam involving fake court notices that appear to be official “Notice of Hearing — [...]
TRENDING
EAT & DRINK
Harp + Bard forced to close on Sunday due to sewer issues
A literal shit show. What would have been a busy Sunday Funday St. Patrick's Day Parade Day for the Harp + Bard in Dorchester was [...]
Five Horses Tavern May Be Headed to Savin Hill
Another restaurant could soon be joining the Savin Hill dining scene. According to a report from our friends at Boston Restaurant Talk, Five Horses Tavern [...]
A Taste of Tradition: Corned Beef + Cabbage at McGonagle’s
'Tis the season! Corned beef and cabbage might be known as a St. Patrick’s Day staple, but the dish tells a much bigger Irish-American story [...]
Sign of Spring in the Neighborhood: Sullivan’s Castle Island Opens for its 75th Season on Saturday
Boston, MA – A sure sign of spring in Boston returns this month as Sullivan’s Castle Island officially opens for its 75th season on Saturday, [...]
DORCHESTER REAL ESTATE
LIVING
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 [...]
Want to buy a single family in Greater Boston? It’s gonna cost you a cool $1M – Wowza
Well, it finally happened—Greater Boston has officially crossed into the [...]
Dorchester Development News: New Housing Proposed for Murphy Funeral Home Parking Lot
Big changes could be coming to a well-known stretch of [...]
FEATURES
Side by Side: Where the quiet choices shape the character of a neighborhood
Written by Danielle Milner, President and CEO, Boston Firefighters Credit Union Snow in Boston feels different. In Dorchester, it gathers along triple-deckers and narrow residential [...]
Red Bull Heavy Metal Boston Finals Set for February 21st at City Hall Plaza
BOSTON, MA – February 12, 2026 – Red Bull Heavy Metal returns to Boston City Hall Plaza next Saturday, February 21 (2:00 PM – 6:00 PM), [...]
Love is in the Air – Valentine’s Day in the Neighborhood
From gift ideas to dinner inspiration, it’s all right here in our Valentine’s Day Roundup! Make sure to check back, as we will be updating! [...]
Boston History Lesson: Great Molasses Flood
Around lunchtime on January 15, 1919, a 50-foot-tall molasses tank ruptured and spilled out onto the streets of the North End. According to History.com, more [...]
LIFESTYLE
Boston Latin School is looking for Lacrosse Coaches
Boston Latin School is seeking JV Boys and Girls Lacrosse Coaches for the 2026 season. Most practices and games are at Moakley Park in South Boston. Season [...]
International Women’s Day: Support our women owned businesses
March 8th is International Women’s Day! We say support our women-owned small businesses in #Southie and #Dot with some retail therapy! Dorchester and South Boston are [...]
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 [...]
Take a Pause: Special Yin + Sound Bath Event at Open Doors Dorchester on Sunday
If the holiday rush is already catching up with you, Open Doors Dorchester is offering a much-needed moment to slow down. On Sunday, December 7th, [...]
SEE & DO
5 Things You Should Know This Week – March 16th
dbar + Dine out Boston Dine Out Boston is the perfect opportunity to enjoy delicious deals at participating restaurants – including dbar in Dorchester! Enjoy dinner – 3 [...]
Weekend Picks – March 13th
Dust off those boots, Dorchester — a little country is heading your way. Starting Friday, March 13th, Landmark Public House is launching Country Friday Nights, bringing line dancing, country [...]
5 Things You Should Know This Week – March 9th
Dust off those boots, Dorchester — a little country is heading your way. Starting Friday, March 13th, Landmark Public House is launching Country Friday Nights, bringing line dancing, country [...]
Country Friday Nights Coming to Landmark Public House Starting This Weekend
Dust off those boots, Dorchester — a little country is heading your way. Starting Friday, March 13th, Landmark Public House is launching Country Friday Nights, [...]
