LATEST NEWS
UMass Boston Student Accused of Torching Tesla Trucks with Molotov Cocktails in Kansas City
A UMass Boston student from Kansas City reportedly spent spring break not relaxing, but instead tossing Molotov cocktails at Cybertrucks. According to Universal Hub, 19-year-old [...]
Federal Funding for Climate Protection is pulled from Moakley Park and Tenean Beach
Well, this is a bummer. Two big projects meant to help protect our neighborhood waterfronts from rising sea levels just got the rug pulled out [...]
Dorchester Native Ayo Edebiri Gets Her Own Day in Boston – and Honestly, She Deserves It
If you know, you know — Ayo Edebiri is a Boston gem! And now it’s official. Mayor Michelle Wu declared April 10, 2025, as Ayo [...]
Mayor Wu Announces Kickoff to Boston 250 with Paul Revere’s Ride on April 18th
Monday, April 14, 2025 – Mayor Michelle Wu today announced the launch of Boston 250, a yearlong commemoration honoring the city’s foundational role in the [...]
TRENDING
EAT & DRINK
Because Marathon Monday is Monday: Let’s Carbo-load
Whether you're running the Boston Marathon or just cheering on the runners, you can carbo-load your way around the neighborhood! Here are our picks! 224 [...]
Cake Pops in Lower Mills is Closing
Cake Pops in Lowers Mills recently announced on social media that it will close its doors after ten years in business. The lease is up [...]
Taco Bell Night Returns Tonight 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, [...]
James Beard Award Winning Chef Jodie Adams Shares her Dorchester Picks for Food
Boston.com recently asked James Beard Award Winning Chef and Dorchester resident Jodie Adams, her favorite spots in the neighborhood for food! Here's the breakdown: Breakfast [...]
DORCHESTER REAL ESTATE
LIVING
Big Changes Coming to Morrissey Boulevard: Developers File Plans for Two 18-Story Towers
Some changes are coming to Morrissey Boulevard! According to Universal [...]
Dorchester Development News: BPDA approves 101-109 Boston Street Development
The Planning Department this month recommended approval of six new [...]
Fixing Boston’s Zoning Rules: Easier Renovations, Less Red Tape – Boston Planning’s Neighborhood Housing Initiative
Zoning in Boston is a nightmare. Upwards of 99% of [...]
Historic Baker Chocolate Factory sells for $41M – Wowza
Boston Business Journal is reporting that the Baker Chocolate Factory [...]
New Beginnings for Spukies N Pizza: Zoning Board Approves New Project with a Slice of Legacy
Big changes are coming to the corner of Washington Street [...]
FEATURES
Guide to the Boston Marathon
Boston Marathon weekend in the city is filled with energy and pride! There’s a lot happening all around town, and this guide is filled with [...]
Save the Date: Mayor Wu’s Neighborhood Coffee Hour in Dorchester
BOSTON – Friday, April 11, 2025 – Mayor Michelle Wu, the Office of Neighborhood Services, and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department today announced the dates and [...]
26.TRUE – a Boston Marathon Alternative with a route actually in Boston
The Boston Marathon really isn't in Boston, is it? The Boston Marathon starts in Hopkinton, then winds through suburbs like Wellesley and Newton before finally [...]
Playtime starts now: Introducing Clover Clubhouse in South Boston
Hot coffee, healthy snacks and happy kids. What else could a parent want? Soon enough, they will be the ones asking their kids if they [...]
LIFESTYLE
Boston Mints is the Local Lip Gloss Line Your Makeup Bag’s Been Waiting For
On the hunt for the perfect lip gloss? Look no further than Boston Mints — a homegrown beauty brand that’s giving us serious shine. Created by local [...]
Date Night Just Got Easier Thanks to DotArt!
Calling all parents and caregivers! Need a night out without the “what about the kids?” guilt? DotArt has your back with their brand-new Kids’ Night [...]
April Vacation Ideas in the Neighborhood 2025
Keep those kids entertained this week! Here are some local neighborhood suggestions for school vacation week! Lace up those bowling shoes Take the family bowling! [...]
Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center Kicks off 30th Anniversary Celebration with Road Race
4.2-mile run or 2.1-mile walk event on April 5 starts at 8am WHAT: The Reggie Lewis Track & Athletic Center (the Reggie) at Roxbury Community [...]
SEE & DO
5 Things You Should Know This Week – April 21st
April Vacation Ideas Keep those kids entertained this week! Here are some local neighborhood suggestions for school vacation week! Check them out here! Date Night Idea [...]
A Night of Eats + Beats: Taste of Dorchester is back!
Come hungry, leave happy. The 17th Annual Taste of Dorchester is back this week, serving up the best bites from over 20 local spots all [...]
Weekend Picks – April 18th
Need weekend plans!?! It’s Easter and Boston Marathon Weekend! Check out our weekend picks! Check out our Guide to Easter and our Guide to the Boston Marathon! Hop [...]
5 Things You Should Know This Week – April 14th
Prepare for Easter From Easter candy to brunch, Mass + more, here’s our Easter roundup for you! Check back as this list will be updated as [...]