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A Leap Forward in Animal Care at Franklin Park Zoo Lets Keepers Track Growth of Kangaroo Joey Inside Mother’s Pouch
BOSTON; March 18, 2026 — Months of patience and training, plus a tiny camera, are giving the Animal Care team at Zoo New England’s Franklin Park [...]
“They’re still in the street two weeks later.” Councilor Culpepper debates the future of space savers
Space savers are a time-honored tradition in Boston’s rougher winters. The practice serves to mark the spot a neighbor shoveled out and ensure their hard work is [...]
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum: 36 Years Later and Still in the Dark but There is a New Book out With a Theory
In the wee hours of March 18th, 1990, the day of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in South Boston, two men wearing Boston police uniforms [...]
BPD Community Alert: Detectives Seek to Identify Individual Following Breaking & Entering Incident in Dorchester
Detectives assigned to District B-2 (Dorchester) are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the individual pictured in connection with a breaking and entering incident that [...]
In a City Hall Twist, Councilor Breadon Elected President after Last Minute Withdrawal of Coletta Zapata
Allston-Brighton’s Liz Breadon will serve as president for Boston’s 58th City Council, beating District 4’s Brian Worrell seven to six. [...]
After 100 years of restrictions, shellfish can be harvested in Boston Harbor.
Big news, all those who had “start clamming and shellfishing” on their 2026 new things to try list. For the [...]
Dorchester Man Arrested After Stolen Skis Recovered Through Facebook Marketplace Listing
At approximately 5:55 PM, on Thursday, January 1, 2026, officers assigned to District C-6 (South Boston) were notified by a [...]
Boston’s Inauguration 2026 Week of Programming and Community Events
Mayor Michelle Wu announced a week-long series of programming to mark the City of Boston Inauguration 2026 and create space [...]
Dorchester Community Fridge has a new look but same important mission for 2026
On Friday, the Dorchester Community Fridge announced a fresh new look for 2026 created by local Dorchester artist Jesse Haley [...]
Dorchester Man arrested at Target for stealing 27 bottles of lotion…yes, 27.
At approximately 4:49 p.m. on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, officers assigned to District C-6 (South Boston) responded to a report [...]
BPD Community Alert: New Year’s Eve Safety Reminder, Be Aware of Drink Spiking and Report Suspicious Activity
The Boston Police Department wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable New Year’s Eve. As New Year’s celebrations and First Night festivities approach, we want to [...]
Mayor Michelle Wu Announces Four-Year Contract with Boston Firefighters IAFF Local 718
BOSTON – Tuesday, December 30, 2025 – Mayor Michelle Wu today announced a new four-year contract has been ratified by the membership of Boston Firefighters [...]
Boston man faces charges after violent assault on neighbor over wrongly delivered package in Mattapan
BOSTON, December 29, 2025 – A Boston man is facing assault and unarmed robbery charges after being arraigned last week for beating his elderly neighbor [...]
Check them out: Most Read Posts of Caught in Dot 2025
As we begin a new year, I want to share with you the most-read posts of 2025 – a little time capsule of what was [...]
Wind + Trash Day = a big mess in the neighborhood
If Tuesday is your trash day, you most likely woke up to garbage strewn about the streets. Yikes. A Wind Advisory is in effect for [...]
FYI: South Station Commuter Rail Fare Gates in Operation Starting December 30
Commuter Rail fare gates at South Station will be introduced to passengers incrementally beginning tomorrow with more fare gates expected to be in service as [...]
