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About Jacob Downey

Jacob Downey is a contributor to Caught in Dot. He is formerly of The Clock, Plymouth State University’s award-winning student newspaper. He enjoys spending time with his two kittens – Gin and Tonic – reading Uncanny X-Men and writing about local government meetings.

East Boston Artists Group brings local talent out of the studio and into the neighborhood

2026-05-04T17:36:37-04:00

Local artists across the neighborhood opened their doors this weekend for the return of East Boston Open Studios. Run by the East Boston Artists Group (EBAG), Open Studios is a [...]

East Boston Artists Group brings local talent out of the studio and into the neighborhood2026-05-04T17:36:37-04:00

Tale of Two Stadiums: Council opposition to Everett stadium parking raises questions on White Stadium

2026-04-30T11:28:28-04:00

The Robert Kraft-owned, 25,000-seat New England Revolution (NE) soccer stadium in Everett has only a parking lot that accommodates 75 cars. The lack of on-site parking has been justified by [...]

Tale of Two Stadiums: Council opposition to Everett stadium parking raises questions on White Stadium2026-04-30T11:28:28-04:00

‘Stalled projects, withheld updates, and communities left in the dark.’ Residents demand answers on paused street safety improvements.

2026-04-23T13:08:50-04:00

A few dozen frustrated neighbors from across the city gathered before the City Council on Wednesday to speak out about delays and funding losses for major infrastructure projects, including safety [...]

‘Stalled projects, withheld updates, and communities left in the dark.’ Residents demand answers on paused street safety improvements.2026-04-23T13:08:50-04:00

Councilor Mejia says she will not be participating in budget hearings at Tax Day rally

2026-04-18T14:34:04-04:00

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. Although the councilor urged her [...]

Councilor Mejia says she will not be participating in budget hearings at Tax Day rally2026-04-18T14:34:04-04:00

‘Like Peter and the Wolf’ but Aztec.” Five Suns short film passes fundraising goal

2026-04-14T16:45:22-04:00

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 Academy, served as community director [...]

‘Like Peter and the Wolf’ but Aztec.” Five Suns short film passes fundraising goal2026-04-14T16:45:22-04:00

Neighbors suggest mobilizing the youth, supporting community clean-up, and following models that work to improve Boston’s snow emergency response

2026-03-08T18:18:43-04:00

Recent snow emergencies have left neighbors less than satisfied with the city’s ability to clear roads. On March 3, the City Council held a hearing to unpack a series of [...]

Neighbors suggest mobilizing the youth, supporting community clean-up, and following models that work to improve Boston’s snow emergency response2026-03-08T18:18:43-04:00

LJ Henriquez and Telma Särkipaju crowned Red Bull Heavy Metal Champions at City Hall Plaza

2026-02-25T18:15:04-05:00

Upwards of 25,000 spectators packed into City Hall Plaza this past weekend to catch Red Bull Heavy Metal, the leading showcase in street snowboarding. Before the largest crowd in the [...]

LJ Henriquez and Telma Särkipaju crowned Red Bull Heavy Metal Champions at City Hall Plaza2026-02-25T18:15:04-05:00

EXCLUSIVE: Red Bull Heavy Metal coats City Hall Plaza in fresh powder ahead of snowboarding competition

2026-02-18T17:05:33-05:00

150 tons of snow were unloaded onto City Hall Plaza Tuesday night to convert the city’s stoic epicenter into a premier extreme winter sports venue perfect for Saturday’s Red Bull Heavy [...]

EXCLUSIVE: Red Bull Heavy Metal coats City Hall Plaza in fresh powder ahead of snowboarding competition2026-02-18T17:05:33-05:00

Wu executive order condemns ICE actions in Minnesota, outlines Boston’s response to any local operations

2026-02-07T11:24:11-05:00

Mayor Michelle Wu signed an executive order Thursday condemning Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) egregious acts of violence in Minneapolis, including the fatal shootings of Renee Nicole Good and Alex [...]

Wu executive order condemns ICE actions in Minnesota, outlines Boston’s response to any local operations2026-02-07T11:24:11-05:00
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