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Think You’ve Got What It Takes to Be Mayor of Dorchester?
It’s that time of year again, Dorchester! The race for the honorary title of Mayor of Dorchester is officially on, and it’s all for a [...]
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, [...]
Why Boston is the Best City – Take that, The Onion
How dare you, The Onion! Making fun of our city of Boston based on the size and perception of its residents living in a live-action simulation [...]
The ABCD Toy Drive: Give Toys and Smiles to a Child in Need This Holiday Season
Call to Action! After receiving over 6,500 requests this year and no donations so far, ABCD is looking for help. Most toys will do, but [...]
Guide to Thanksgiving in Dorchester 2024
Get your stretchy pants ready. It’s almost Thanksgiving! We’ve rounded up some fun ways to celebrate the holiday right here in Dorchester. So whether you’re [...]
History Lesson – Cocoanut Grove Fire
Over 80 years ago, the deadliest nightclub fire in US history took place in Boston. Four hundred ninety-two people were killed in 15 minutes by [...]
Dorchester History Lesson: Abandoned Bear Cages of Franklin Park
It's that time of year! It's getting dark out earlier, leaves are falling, and scary movies are popping up on Netflix... Halloween is here! One [...]
Halloween Happenings in Dorchester 2024
Things are getting a little spooky around the neighborhood! Here’s a roundup of some festive and fun Halloween events. Check back as this list will [...]
Explore Dorchester North Burying Ground’s Haunted History, Post Tour Snacks + Spooky Cocktails at Comfort Kitchen
Cue the eery music and fog machine. Ever wonder what stories and tales lurk beyond the gates of Dorchester North Burying Ground? Now is your [...]
5 Things to Expect at Wicked Haunted Fest at Hood Park
Move over, Salem! Our neighbors in Charlestown have Wicked Haunted Fest – a new immersive Halloween experience at Hood Park opening in October. Here are [...]
The Good Ship Dorchester is on the Market
With Halloween season upon us, maybe you're in the market for an over-the-top spooky decoration that will be the talk of the town. The Good [...]
5 Places to Go Apple Picking
Field Trip! Venture out of the neighborhood and pick yourself a bushel and peck of farm-fresh apples. Here are our picks for 5 Places To [...]
Remembering 9/11 – 23 Years Later
It’s been 23 years since the terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001. Here are some ways to honor and remember. Massachusetts 9/11 Fund Events The [...]
Dorchester Market Grand Opening Celebration will take place on Saturday!
New + improved! Dorchester Market announced a Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday at 11am! As you recall, the Dorchester Market closed a few years back [...]
History Lesson: Labor Day
Since we get a long weekend to celebrate Labor Day, we decided to do a quick history lesson on how this holiday came to be! [...]
Moving Day in the Neighborhood!
It’s almost September 1st and you know what that means – it’s Moving Day in the neighborhood! The coming week promises lots of double-parked cars [...]