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Machine Age, legendary vintage mid-century home furnishings shop, to close its doors. Enjoy 40% off for final days.
According to MassLive, a longtime destination for mid-century modern vintage furniture lovers in Dorchester is preparing to close its doors. The showrooms at Machine Age, [...]
BPD Community Alert: Detectives Seek to Identify Individual Following Assault with a Dangerous Weapon and Larceny in Dorchester
Detectives assigned to District B-2 (Roxbury) are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the individual pictured in connection with an assault with a dangerous weapon [...]
Boston man charged in decades-old stabbing death of Dorchester woman
BOSTON, January 14, 2026 – A Boston man was charged Tuesday in Suffolk Superior Court with the 1999 stabbing death of a Dorchester woman inside [...]
Council President Breadon releases Council Committee Assignments. Coletta Zapata to Serve as Vice President and Chair Government Operations
After winning the city council presidency by a single vote, District 9 Councilor Liz Breadon has completed the Council’s committee assignments for the 2026-2027 term. [...]
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EAT & DRINK
Congratulations to Comfort Kitchen’s Sāsha Coleman on her James Beard Award Nomination – 2026
The James Beard Foundation has announced its 2026 semifinalist nominees for the James Beard Awards — one of the most prestigious awards a restaurant or chef can [...]
Bowl of ‘Zole Returns to Boston for the Fifth Year with New England’s Best Chefs + 300+ Tequilas, Mezcals + more
All-Inclusive Afternoon of Classic Mexican Cuisine and Premium Pours Returns February 7 with Over a Dozen Award-Winning Chefs and an Incredible Sampling of Vibrant Agave [...]
Taco Bell Night Returns on January 20th 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, [...]
New Addition: This Dorchester restaurant was added to Eater Boston’s Best Restaurant List
In an effort to answer that age-old question, which restaurant do you recommend? Eater Boston has created a curated list of their favorite spots in the Boston area. [...]
DORCHESTER REAL ESTATE
LIVING
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 [...]
More Housing Coming to Bailey Street — 12 New Condos Approved Near Ashmont
Big changes are coming to Bailey Street! The Zoning Board [...]
Belichick’s Girlfriend Is Quietly Building a Real Estate Empire — Including Dorchester
Well, here’s one for the “Did You Hear?” files. Turns [...]
FEATURES
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 [...]
Female Archetypes Re-imagined Across Cultures: Vermilion Theater Tours Juliet & Jul-Yingtai at Strand Theatre
BOSTON (Dec. 17, 2025) – After its sold-out premiere at the Yale Crescent Theater in April 2025, Vermilion Theater is set to bring the sweeping [...]
Boston Harbor Now’s Ice Sculpture Stroll Returns This NYE With New Locations + New Experiences
More than 40 sculptures, expanded waterfront programming, and Boston Common debut highlight 2025 New Year’s Eve celebration BOSTON, Mass. – December 18, 2025 – Boston Harbor [...]
Start of 2026 with a First Day Hike – it’s the 35th Anniversary of this tradition
Kick off the new year with fresh air and movement by joining a state park guided hike on Jan. 1, 2026. BOSTON — Continuing its tradition [...]
LIFESTYLE
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, [...]
Let’s Go Skating: Public Skating is Back in the Neighborhood
Lace ’em up! On Friday, November 28, 2025, the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) will open all agency-managed ice rinks in the City of [...]
Deck the Halls: Where to get Christmas trees, wreaths + holiday decor
Haul out the Holly! Christmas is coming. It’s time to deck the halls! Here are some places to pick up a tree, wreaths and more: [...]
SEE & DO
5 Things You Should Know This Week – January 19th
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, Crunch [...]
Weekend Picks – MLK 2026
Celebrate National Pizza Week! In honor of National Pizza Week– we’ve rounded up some of our favorite pizza spots in the neighborhood! Check them out here. [...]
Be a part of it: WINTERACTIVE 2026 – Free Art, Rocket Ships & Giant Googly Eyes
Bundle up and explore. The third annual WINTERACTIVE Outdoor Art Exhibit officially kicks off this week, turning the streets of Downtown Boston into an open-air art walk that’s [...]
5 Things You Should Know This Week – January 12th
New Services to Try at the Boston X Start of the new year by looking and feeling refreshed with some help from The Boston X! Try [...]
