LATEST NEWS
C-11 Officers Recover Illegal Firearm, Arrest Juvenile Following ShotSpotter Activation in Dorchester
In the early morning hours of Sunday, May 10, 2026, at approximately 2:34 a.m., officers assigned to District C-11 (Dorchester) responded to a ShotSpotter activation [...]
Two People Hospitalized Following a Shooting in Dorchester on Sunday.
Two people were taken to the hospital Sunday evening following a shooting in Dorchester According to Boston 25 News, Boston Police responded to the area [...]
Dorchester Native and Best Selling Author Patrick Radden Keefe Featured in Boston Globe Interview
Dorchester native and bestselling author Patrick Radden Keefe is featured in a new interview with the Boston Globe, where he talks about growing up in [...]
Council resolution supporting a committee to advocate for young people will not create a committee to advocate for young people.
Outside our world-renowned colleges, Boston is not a great place for young residents. Rent is high, job prospects are limited, and happy hour is still [...]
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EAT & DRINK
Sweet Teez Bakery Finds a Sweet Spot in Dot Block – Food Serving License Approved
Dorchester is about to get a little sweeter! Sweet Teez Bakery, known for its decadent cupcakes, custom cakes, brownies and pies, is officially moving into [...]
New to to the Neighborhood: Panda Express opens on Friday
Looks like a new fast-casual spot is headed to South Bay! Panda Express! Panda Express, the largest American Chinese dining concept in the U.S., will [...]
Dine Out DOT: Eat, Drink and support the Dorchester Day Parade
Eat well. Give back. Celebrate Dorchester Looking for a good excuse to grab dinner or a drink in Dorchester? Dine Out DOT is a new [...]
Trivia Night at Landmark Public House on Thursdays
Whether you know which is the smallest country in the world or what year Game of Thrones premiered on HBO, Trivia Nights can be a [...]
DORCHESTER REAL ESTATE
LIVING
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 [...]
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 [...]
FEATURES
5 Things to Expect at Dorchfest 2026
Dorchfest will take place on Saturday, June 6th, from 1 pm-6 pm. Experience what it would be like to walk through a real-life shuffled Spotify [...]
Pierogis, Polka + Polish Culture and History – Polish Fest 2026 – Volunteers + Vendors Wanted
Enjoy a day of culture, fun, food, drink, music + more! On Sunday, May 3st, from 12-6 pm, the Polish American Citizens Club, and the Polish American Heritage [...]
Mother’s Day Roundup – Brunch, Flowers, Gifts + More
Mother’s Day is May 10th Whether you’re buying for your mom, a mom-to-be, your sister, or a friend, here are some gift ideas from local [...]
Dorchester Shoutout to Coleen’s Flower Shop for Generous donation to Boys + Girls Clubs of Dorchester New England Women’s Leadership Awards Ceremony
On Thursday, hundreds gathered to celebrate the Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester's New England Women’s Leadership Awards Ceremony at the Renaissance Boston Seaport Hotel. [...]
LIFESTYLE
City of Boston Kicks Off Free Summer Fitness Series
Boston - Wednesday, April 29, 2026 - The Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) are pleased to announce the [...]
Planks, Petals and Pizza: A Moms’ Afternoon Out with bTone dorchester + The Local Hand
Looking for a fun way to celebrate Mother’s Day a little early? Here’s a good one right in the neighborhood. A “Moms’ Afternoon Out” is [...]
ParkARTS Summer Watercolor Painting Workshops Return for 2026
BOSTON – Monday, April 27, 2026 – The Boston Parks and Recreation Department today announced the return of its popular ParkARTS Summer Watercolor Painting Workshop [...]
Three-Day All Girls Sports And Wellness Festival Returns in April
Boston – March, 2026 – Mayor Michelle Wu, in partnership with the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF), [...]
SEE & DO
5 Things to Expect from the Ashmont Hill Yard Sale – May 16th
A sign of spring in the neighborhood! It's the Ashmont Hill Yard Sale. Over 40 homes are expected to participate in this annual event that [...]
5 Things You Should Know This Week – May 11th
Eat well. Give back. Celebrate Dorchester Looking for a good excuse to grab dinner or a drink in Dorchester? Dine Out DOT is a new [...]
Weekend Picks – May 8th
Eat well. Give back. Celebrate Dorchester Looking for a good excuse to grab dinner or a drink in Dorchester? Dine Out DOT is a new [...]
The PMC Kids Ride Returns to Carson Beach
After a successful first year in 2025, the Boston PMC Kids Ride returns to South Boston this spring to once again raise funds for the [...]
