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“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 [...]
Fire at Wood Island Blue Line Stop on Monday
Boston firefighters responded to the Wood Island Blue Line stop around 11:25am on Monday for a fire in the exhaust pipe of the room housing [...]
BPD Community Alert: Fraudulent Parking Violation Court Notices
The Boston Police Department (BPD) is warning residents about a new scam involving fake court notices that appear to be official “Notice of Hearing — [...]
City of Boston and Public Health Commission Warn Residents of a Significant Increase in Flu Cases
Now is the time to get vaccinated to protect yourself and your loved ones from respiratory illness BOSTON – December [...]
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The City of Boston’s Planning Department will be sharing updates and engagement opportunities with the public online and via email [...]
East Boston brothers face dangerousness hearings after narcotics bust
BOSTON, December 11, 2025 – Two East Boston brothers were arraigned Wednesday in BMC East Boston on charges of drug [...]
Christmas Tree Safety Tips from BFD
Here are some Christmas Tree Safety Tips below for important guidance on tree care, lighting, and extension cords from the [...]
East Boston Drug Control Unit Arrested Two Suspects for Drug Trafficking
On Tuesday, December 9, 2025, officers assigned to the Drug Control Units of District A-7 (East Boston), District A-1 (Downtown) [...]
Holiday and Package Delivery Safety Tips from the Boston Police Department
Holiday Safety Tips from the Boston Police Department In an effort to make this holiday season as safe as possible, [...]
Nothing to see here. Just a penguin floating in Boston Harbor in East Boston
Universal Hub reports a penguin has been floating in Boston Harbor behind 80 Border Street for the past month. What the heck is? Adam from [...]
Hit and Run in East Boston on Wednesday night.
NBC10 Boston is reporting that a person was hit and injured by a driver who fled on Wednesday night on Saratoga Street. BPD responded around [...]
Winter is coming: Mayor Michelle Wu Shares Boston’s Winter Weather Preparations
BOSTON – Monday, December 8, 2025 – Mayor Michelle Wu and City officials today announced winter weather preparations currently underway in the City of Boston [...]
New Sign for Maverick Square – Check it out!
East Boston Main Streets, with support from the City of Boston and Boston Main Streets, recently announced a new sign for Maverick Square featuring the [...]
Mayor’s Enchanted Trolley Tour Kicks Off Christmas Time in East Boston
For 29 years, the Mayor’s Enchanted Trolley Tour has ushered in the holiday season with treats, music, and an opportunity to meet the jolly old [...]
Former Boston police detective indicted on OUI in East Boston, negligent operation charges
BOSTON, December 4, 2025 – A former Boston police detective was indicted by a Suffolk County grand jury last month for backing a city-owned truck [...]
