LATEST NEWS
Mayor Wu Announces Launch of 2026 Construction Season – See what’s being updated in the neighborhood
Upcoming projects include the rebuilding of sidewalks, ADA-compliant ramps, repaved streets, and neighborhood safety improvements BOSTON – Wednesday, April 22, 2026 – Mayor Michelle Wu [...]
Councilor Mejia says she will not be participating in budget hearings at Tax Day rally
A small crowd gathered outside the Iannella Chamber before the City Council’s regular meeting on Wednesday, for Councilor Julia Mejia’s No Taxation Without Representation rally. [...]
Seeking a neighborhood hero: woman saves a man’s life in East Boston, family would like to know her identity.
On Saturday, April 11th, near Sammy Carlo's Deli, a cyclist suffered a heart attack. A woman, out for a morning run, stopped to check on [...]
Dorchester Native Rodney Marshall Named Boston Fire Commissioner
Big news for Boston’s bravest: a familiar face is stepping into a major leadership role. According to the Boston Globe, Mayor Michelle Wu has named Rodney [...]
TRENDING
EAT & DRINK
Coming Soon to the Neighborhood: Blackbird Doughnuts + Sally’s Sandwiches
Big news, Eastie! Wildly popular Blackbird Doughnuts and Sally's Sandwiches are planning to open a new spot at Clippership Wharf. Boston Restaurant Blog reports that [...]
The NEW Cisco Brewers Seaport is Now Open
Cisco season is back and better than ever! You have to check out their venue updates and additions. Here’s a glimpse of what’s changed and a sneak peek [...]
Because the Boston Marathon is coming up, let’s carbo-load in East Boston
Whether you’re running the Boston Marathon or just cheering on the runners, you can carbo-load your way around the neighborhood! Here are our picks! Mida [...]
New to the Neighborhood: La Tavernetta
Sunshine, spritz, oysters, and an ocean view. East Boston’s dining scene just got a little more exciting. La Tavernetta by Mida is officially open at [...]
BOSTON REAL ESTATE
LIVING
Eastie Development News: Six-Story Apartment Building Proposed Near Maverick Square
A new development proposal could bring more housing to East [...]
East Boston’s Building Boom Continues: New 41-Unit Project + a Park Coming to Maverick Street
Construction is underway at 9 McKay Place, where a five-story, [...]
Resilient East Boston Waterfront Project Site Walk on Thursday, November 6th
Be informed. Get involved. Join the City of Boston Planning [...]
East Boston Development News – 170 Units coming to Day Square
The Boston Business Journal is reporting that a local developer [...]
East Boston Development News: 28 Rental Units Going Up by Suffolk Downs
Developer Joseph Ricupero plans to renovate the commercial space at [...]
FEATURES
Live Bird Banding at Belle Isle Marsh This Week
Early birds, this one’s for you 🐦 Head over to Belle Isle Marsh Reservation this week for a cool opportunity to see bird migration research [...]
April Vacation Ideas in the Neighborhood 2026
Keep those kids entertained this week! Here are some local neighborhood suggestion for school vacation week! Lace up those bowling shoes Strike up the nostalgia, [...]
‘Like Peter and the Wolf’ but Aztec.” Five Suns short film passes fundraising goal
From Mexico, by way of North Carolina, Eastie’s own J. Andrés Ballesteros has been making music professionally since 2007. He has taught at Boston Arts [...]
Guide to the Boston Marathon
Boston Marathon weekend in the city is filled with energy and pride! There’s a lot happening all around town, and this guide is filled with [...]
LIFESTYLE
Celebrate Earth Day in the Neighborhood
April 22nd is Earth Day, and there are plenty of simple ways to celebrate right here in the neighborhood! Pro-pollination Planting Without pollination, we wouldn’t [...]
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), [...]
A Neighborhood Favorite, East Boston Open Studios Returns
East Boston Artists Group (EBAG) proudly presents East Boston Open Studios in celebration of its 26th year on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 11 AM [...]
AWG & Friends Exhibit Showcases Local and Invited Artists at Atlantic Works Gallery This May
Atlantic Works Gallery is pleased to announce AWG & Friends, a group exhibit, on view May 2 through May 23, 2026. This dynamic exhibition brings together gallery members [...]
SEE & DO
5 Things You Should Know This Week – April 20th
April Vacation Ideas Keep those kids entertained this week! Here are some local neighborhood suggestions for school vacation week! Check them out here! East Boston Open [...]
Weekend Picks – April 17th
Try Eastie’s buzzy new restaurant In case you missed it: La Tavernetta, the new dining concept from the team behind Mida, is officially open in [...]
The Return of the Swan Boats for the 2026 Season
Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department are pleased to announce that the popular Boston Swan Boats will open for the 2026 [...]
5 Things You Should Know This Week – April 13th
New to the Neighborhood: La Tavernetta East Boston’s dining scene just got a little more exciting. La Tavernetta by Mida is officially opens at Clippership Wharf [...]