LATEST NEWS
Councilor Mejia’s community clean-up office hours remove nearly 80 pounds of trash from Moakley Park
Councilor At-Large Julia Mejia moved her office hours out of City Hall and into the neighborhood on Saturday for a community clean-up of Moakley Park. [...]
17-year-old Arrested and Loaded Firearm Recovered in Dorchester
At approximately 12:21 AM on Monday, August 17, 2026, officers assigned to District B-3 (Mattapan) conducted a traffic stop that resulted in the arrest of [...]
Man Dies After Early-Morning Stabbing in Dorchester and Investigation Underway
At about 3:20 a.m. on Monday, August 17, 2026, officers from District 3 (Mattapan) responded to a radio call for a person stabbed in the [...]
Dorchester Native Joshua Báez Makes History in Major League Debut with 3 Home Runs
How about this for a Major League debut! Dorchester native Joshua Báez made history on Saturday in his first MLB game with the St. Louis [...]
TRENDING
EAT & DRINK
Via Cannuccia is Expanding with a New Café + Wine Bar in Fields Corner
Some exciting restaurant news for the neighborhood! The chef behind Via Cannuccia is expanding with a second spot in the neighborhood. Chef-owner Stefano Quaresima plans [...]
Session House is coming to Adams Village
Session House, a new Irish pub and live music venue, is expected to open in the former Scobie’s Cafe & Bar space this fall, according [...]
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, [...]
Celebrate National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day with a Free Cookie!
Got a sweet tooth? Tuesday, August 4, is National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day, and a couple of local favorites are celebrating with free cookies! At Flour [...]
DORCHESTER REAL ESTATE
LIVING
Dorchester Development News: Three Two-Family Homes Approved for Cedar Grove
A new housing development is moving forward in the Cedar [...]
New 7-Story Apartment Building with 108 Units Proposed for Fields Corner
A new housing development could be coming to Fields Corner. [...]
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 [...]
FEATURES
Two Historic Homes in Dorchester Will be Open for Tours on Sunday
Calling all history buffs! On Sunday, from 11am-3pm, not one but two historic homes will be open for tours - the William Clapp House and [...]
New Mural Brightens Up Neponset Avenue
There's a colorful new addition to Neponset Avenue! McGonagle's recently unveiled a new mural celebrating the Dorchester neighborhood and the landmarks that make it so [...]
Ready, Set, Row! Beach Sprints Return to Carson Beach This Weekend
There’s something exciting happening on the beach this weekend! The Head Of The Charles Boston Beach Sprints return to Carson Beach from Friday, July 24, [...]
Support Young Entrepreneurs at Dot Fun Day This Summer + Boston Little Saigon Block Party on Sunday
Looking for something fun to do on a Sunday? Stop by Dot Fun Day at Dot Tire (1160 Dorchester Ave.) from 11 a.m. to 4 [...]
LIFESTYLE
Guide to Moving Day in the Neighborhood
September 1st is right around the corner, and you know what that means – it’s Moving Day in the neighborhood! The next few weeks are [...]
Back for a new season: Codman Square Farmers Market + Food Demo this Saturday
Bringing farm produce to the neighborhood! Featuring fresh vegetables, fruits, meats, eggs, and more, the Codman Square Farmers Market is a weekly event at Codman [...]
Explore Dorchester History at the A Walking Tour of Melville Avenue, Wellesley Park, and Tremlett Street
Love local history? The Dorchester Historical Society and the Melville Park Neighborhood Association are hosting a walking tour of Melville Avenue, Wellesley Park, and Tremlett [...]
Calling All History Buffs: Declaring the Revolution: America’s Printed Path to Independence at JFK Library
Historical Printings from the David M. Rubenstein Americana Collection If you're a history buff—or just looking for a fun and interesting summer event—the JFK Presidential [...]
SEE & DO
5 Things You Should Know This Week – August 17th
The 2026 Boston Triathlon Weekend The 2026 Boston Triathlon Weekend takes place on Saturday, August 22nd, and Sunday, August 23rd. Kids Day at the Boston Tri takes [...]
Weekend Picks – August 14th
B.O.L.D. Teens Present Movie Night Kick off the weekend with a free outdoor Movie Night hosted by B.O.L.D. Teens on Friday, August 14th at 8pm [...]
5 Things You Should Know This Week – August 10th
Let’s roll! Free Bluebikes for National Wellness Month With National Wellness Month underway, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts’ free Bluebikes credits ($15) are live now, giving [...]
Explore the Neponset River Greenway by Bike This Sunday
Let's Roll Looking for a fun way to spend your Sunday? On Sunday, August 9, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., Art & Soul Clinic, [...]