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With the threat of SNAP being paused, Dorchester Steps Up: How to Help Your Neighbors in Need
As many families across Boston face cuts or a pause in their SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits, it’s more important than ever for our community [...]
Morrissey Boulevard: Still Stuck Between Floodwaters and Frustration – Can it be fixed?
The Boston Globe does a deep dive on Morrissey Boulevard. If you’ve ever sat in traffic—or floated through a rainstorm—on Morrissey Boulevard, you know this [...]
Mayor Wu Delivers First Ever State of Schools Address
BOSTON – Tuesday, October 28, 2025 – This evening Mayor Michelle Wu delivered the first ever State of the Schools address to showcase the Boston [...]
Yes, there were fireworks on Monday AND Tuesday night over Boston Harbor. Here’s the reason.
You ask. We answered. You’re not crazy. There was an elaborate fireworks display over Boston Harbor on Monday AND Tuesday night. The display was hosted [...]
BPD mourns the loss of one of its own Mark G. Walsh – Wake and Funeral this week, large turnout expected
Wake and funeral services will be held for Mark Walsh this week in Dorchester. Visiting hours will be held at [...]
Mayor Wu Shares Boston’s Preparations for Climate Emergencies
City reinforcing emergency response processes while also implementing long-term resilience plans BOSTON – Thursday, February 20, 2025 – Today, Mayor [...]
Meet Walter, a 10-year Golden Retriever who’s running for Mayor of Dorchester
Dorchester’s Mayoral Race Has Gone to the Dogs—Literally Dorchester has a new candidate for Mayor of Dorchester, and he’s got [...]
UPDATE: After a brief closure, JFK Library will be open on Wednesday. Free Admission Temporarily
Update: According to a post on social media – the JFK Library will reopen on Wednesday after an abrupt closure [...]
Debate Over White Stadium Redevelopment Intensifies as Demolition Begins
The City of Boston is to spend at least $91 million in tax dollars on a complete overhaul of Franklin [...]
BPD Community Alert: Credit Card Skimming Device Awareness
From BPD News: BPD Community Alert:Â The Boston Police Department is aware of a recent increase of Credit Card Skimming devices [...]
City of Boston Licensing Board Approved 37 New Liquor Licenses – Find out where in Dorchester
The establishments are the first round of approved applicants following the 2024 legislation and are subject to review by the Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission [...]
Missing Person Alert: 26-Year-Old Kingsley Joseph from Dorchester
Missing Person Alert: The Boston Police Department is seeking the public’s help in efforts to locate 26-year-old Kingsley Joseph. Kingsley Joseph has been missing since [...]
UPDATE: Stolen French Bulldog has been reunited with owners!
Update: Police have been able to reunite the stolen dog with its owners, thanks to the community's help! Original Post: Detectives assigned to District B-2 [...]
Beware of Romance Scammers Looking for More Than Love This Valentine’s Day
From BPD News: The FBI Boston Division is continuously working to raise awareness about online romance scams, also called confidence fraud. In this type of [...]
Mayor Michelle Wu Share’s City’s Preparations and Reminders Ahead of Snowfall
BOSTON – Saturday, February 8, 2025 – Mayor Michelle Wu and City officials today announced preparations currently underway in the City of Boston ahead of [...]
Approximately 800 Grams of Drugs Seized After Search Warrants in Dorchester -Including Crack Hidden in Dum Dum Lollipops
From BPD News: At about 11:00 AM, on Thursday, February 6, 2025, officers assigned to the Drug Control Units of District C-6 (South Boston), E-13 [...]