News
Charges dropped against Kevin Williams accused of killing a gas station attendant in Dot.
Last month it was reported that gas station clerk, Jose Williams, 67, was shot and killed during an attempted robbery at Fabian Gas Station in Dorchester. Kevin Williams, 21 of Dorchester was arrested and charged with assault with intent to murder, unlawful possession of a firearm and attempted robbery. On Friday, the Suffolk County District […]Read More »
Mortgage Fraud Case involving Dot & Southie
Patrick Lee, 45-year-old dual US-Irish citizen pleaded guilty this week in federal court for charges related to mortgage fraud. He was extradited from Ireland last year to face charges. According to the Boston Globe, the scam involved multi-family buildings in Dorchester and South Boston that ripped-off lenders out of $1.5 million! Yikes! This period of fraud last […]Read More »
Eat & Drink
Welcome to the Neighborhood: Neponset Cafe
If you like ramen, you’ll love this news. Neponset Cafe has opened its doors at 400 Neponset Ave and is serving up some asian dishes in a casual and comfortable restaurant. According to Eater Boston, the cafe serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner and features a menu of items like omelettes, miso soup, pork belly buns, […]Read More »
Raise Your Glass! Two charity cocktails to benefit two neighborhood organizations!
We’ll drink to that! For the month of November, Lucy’s American Tavern and The Bowery Bar are mixing up some cocktails to do good in the neighborhood! Enjoy the Apple Pie Sangria made with pinot grigio, local apple cider, caramel and lemon ($10) and the Proper Irish Mule with Proper Twelve Irish Whiskey, apple cider, lime […]Read More »
Features
Listen to the Music: Dot Jazz
The Greater Ashmont Main Street present an awesome jazz series every Thursday! On Thursday, November 8th at 7pm, the Dot Jazz Series will feature Semenya McCord Sextet at the Parish of All Saints. The Dot Jazz Series, a collaborative project of Mandorla Music and Greater Ashmont Main Street, brings live jazz to the neighborhood! How great […]Read More »
Listen to the Music: The Choco-leles from Lower Mills
This Saturday at the Second Annual Blue Hills Great Estate Fall Foliage Weekend at Eustis Estate in Milton there will a special local guest. The Choco-leles, a group of ukulele players based in Historic Lower Mills, will lead ukulele groups all over the Northeast to serenade guests touring the latest addition to the Blue Hills […]Read More »
Lifestyle
Namaste Sober: Supportive and Social Sober Community
What’s your response to the age old question “Where we having drinks tonight??” Or perhaps “It’s Sunday Funday! Where we drinking??!” Has it ever occurred to you to answer, “Nah, imm’a stay sober” (tonight)…. Nearly 21 million Americans are living with a substance abuse disorder. And more people today use opioid prescription drugs than use […]Read More »
Back to School Shopping Tips
Written by Coleman Nee/City of Boston Credit Union Back-to-school shopping can be both exciting and stressful, but with these tips from City of Boston Credit Union you can stay relaxed and attack that supply list and save some extra money! Start with a game plan! Most smooth processes are the result of good preparation, and back-to-school shopping […]Read More »
Home
Open House Alert: Condos Under $400,000
306 Savin Hill Ave, #13 Excellent condo ownership opportunity in Savin Hill “Over the Bridge” – two bedrooms with water view, exclusive parking spot, great square footage, good closet space and chance to bring your thoughtful updates to kitchen/bath. Coin op laundry in building. All within walking distance to public transportation, shops, restaurants, parks and […]Read More »
On the Market: 261-263 Gallivan Boulevard
Classic two-family on oversized lot in convenient location, home has many original details including built-ins, wood molding and glass door knobs. First floor is two bedrooms, living room, dining room and entrance foyer. Second floor is bi-level with front & back staircases to third level, 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, living room, dining room and sun […]Read More »
See and Do
Weekend Picks – November 16th
Eat: Back to basics! Ashmont Grill is hosting a Basic B Brunch on Saturday, November 17th beginning at 10am. What does that mean? Think pumpkin spiced lattes, all things apple, vodka sodas, buckets of bubbles, and all the things fun. Throw on a pair of Uggs and a North Face and you’re ready to go! […]Read More »
Week of November 12th
Help out! The Polish Fest Boston Planning Committee will be holding its first meeting on Tuesday, November 13, 2018 at 7pm at the Polish American Citizens Club. The committee is looking for volunteers to help organize the event and help with fundraising, recruiting corporate sponsors, event ambassadors and many more roles. Polish Fest Boston will be held […]Read More »