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History Lesson: Lucy Stone
Here at Caught In Dot, we discovered that the popular Dorchester tavern Lucy’s American Tavern was named in honor of famed suffragette Lucy Stone. Who [...]
History Lesson: Crispus Attucks + the Boston Massacre
Recently, the City of Boston announced that March 5 would commemorate the life of the first hero of the American Revolution - Crispus Attucks. So [...]
History Lesson: Why is Savin Hill called Savin Hill?
If you’ve spent any time on the MBTA’s Red Line (Savin Hill Station was first opened in 1845 as a commuter rail station!) or if [...]
Comedian Sue Costello with Mark Riley at Florian Hall on Saturday
Dorchester native Sue Costello (and MSJA Class of ’86 – go Mounties!) is in town to perform at Florian Hall on Saturday night at 7:30pm. [...]
Today is Veterans Day!
Thank you Veterans! Originally known as Armistice Day to honor the living veterans of World War 1, Veterans Day has transformed into a holiday that [...]
John King – Election Coverage Rock Star
Dorchester's Own Whether you voted for Biden or Trump, you have to admit John King is an election-map master! The CNN anchor and chief national [...]
Virtual MR8K
Register to Run The Martin Richard Foundation, in partnership with the Boston Bruins Foundation, is proud to announce the 3rd annual MR8K Virtual! The third [...]
Heather’s 10 Favorite Non-Horror Halloween Movies
Hi! I love spooky, scary Hallooweenie stuff, but I hate horror movies! I know horror movies are cool and hip and really having a moment but they’re [...]
BGCD launch back to school support!
Learning Clusters Offer Community Based Educational Collaboration for those Most in Need Dorchester, MA- As children prepare to re-enter school this fall, both in person [...]
Some helpful tips from the BPD to prevent bicycle theft
From BPD News BPD Public Safety Reminder: With more bikes out and about as we approach this fall season, there are greater opportunities for thefts [...]
Mortgage 101 Q+A with Brian Cavanaugh from Mortgage Network, Inc.
Is buying a home one of your goals this year? Maybe you’re a millionaire that has mounds of money to purchase a home with cash, [...]
The Golden Girls 35th Anniversary: My 5 Favorite Episodes
Happy 35th anniversary of the premiere of Golden Girls! As anyone who knows me can attest, I really and truly love the Golden Girls. If I have even [...]
311 of the Week: Not everyone should sing…especially for six hours straight
Just because you love to sing, doesn't mean you should. This 311 report is coming in from King Street (first reported by Universal Hub) describing [...]
Wearing White After Labor Day
I don’t want to spoil the end of Serial Mom, but suffice to say that Serial Mom does not believe in wearing white shoes after [...]
The History of Sahara Syrian Restaurant
Caught in the South End If you’ve walked around Shawmut Ave in the South End, you’ve probably notice the iconic sign “Sahara Syrian Restaurant” that [...]
Our fall school plans are guided by health, safety, and equity
By Mayor Martin J. Walsh and Superintendent Brenda Cassellius From the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, keeping Boston’s families safe, healthy, and equitably supported has [...]