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Councilors Flynn & Coletta Zapata Passed Resolution in Support of Expanding Prevention of Drink Spiking
BOSTON – This week, Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn and Councilor Gabriela Coletta Zapata passed a unanimous resolution in support of prevention and public awareness [...]
We Did It, Charlestown— Street Cleaning Season Is Over!
Love it or hate it, Street cleaning ends November 30th. Give yourselves a round of applause and pat on the back, Charlestown — we officially [...]
Let’s Hear it for the Girls: CYHA U19 Girls are the 2025 State Champions
Way to go, Townies! The Charlestown Youth Hockey League U19 Girls won the finals with a 3-0 win over Winchester. Back-to-back state champions for this [...]
Why Charlestown Should Be Watching Ken Burns’ New Documentary The American Revolution
Ken Burns has a new PBS documentary — The American Revolution — and if you live in Boston, especially Charlestown, it’s worth adding to your [...]
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EAT & DRINK
Insider’s Tip: Order this Banana Bread for Thanksgiving
Made with a little bit of love, just like Nana's recipe. If you've had the banana bread at Waverly, then you'll know what we are [...]
This Neighborhood Restaurants Was Named in the Boston Magazine 2025 Top 50 Restaurants List!
The November issue of Boston Magazine has compiled a list of the Top 50 Restaurants in Greater Boston, including this wildly popular one in the neighborhood! 39. Prima Caviar [...]
New to the Neighborhood: Pixlcat Coffee
This wildly popular San Francisco coffee shop has officially opened in Charlestown! Founded by brothers David, Dennis, and Daniel Lee, Pixlcat Coffee opened its third café—and first outside of [...]
Girl Dinner Wednesdays at Waverly Kitchen + Bar
dinner and yap Girl dinner Wednesdays have arrived at Waverly Kitchen + Bar and we couldn’t be more excited for a little bit of everything! [...]
BOSTON REAL ESTATE
LIVING
Charlestown Development News: 1 Mystic Ave downsizes
Remember that massive apartment tower planned for 1 Mystic Ave? [...]
Big Changes Coming to Charlestown YMCA: 100 Affordable Apartments in the Works
A major housing project is officially in the pipeline for [...]
Want to buy a single family in Greater Boston? It’s gonna cost you a cool $1M – Wowza
Well, it finally happened—Greater Boston has officially crossed into the [...]
Charlestown Development Watch: 15 Supertest Street
Grocery-Anchored Mixed-Use Project Proposed in Hood Park Plans are under [...]
Charlestown Development Watch: Charlestown’s Building 108 in the Navy Yard.
Charlestown’s Building 108 has been planned for demolition and redevelopment [...]
FEATURES
Why I hate Elf on the Shelf
I hate the Elf on the Shelf. One year, I spent almost two hours in a cold shed on December 1st looking for the box [...]
Give Back To Charlestown Families This Holiday Season
Charlestown has always taken care of its own, and there are plenty of ways—big and small—to make sure no one goes hungry or without gifts [...]
Shop Local: Shop Charlestown this Holiday Season
Forget the mall and door-busting; shop local during the holiday season! Check back, as this roundup will be updated! Pick up a gift or treat [...]
Winter Fest 2025 returns in December at the Yard at Hood Park
Boston’s most magical holiday tradition returns this December as Winter Fest 2025 transforms The Yard at Hood Park in Charlestown into an enchanting winter wonderland. Running on December 6-7, 12-14, [...]
LIFESTYLE
Let’s Go Skating: Public Skating Returns to the Neighborhood
Lace ’em up! On Friday, November 28, 2025, the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) will open all agency-managed ice rinks in the City of [...]
Monroe Home Style wins Boston Magazine Best of Boston Home 2026 Award
A round of applause! Monroe on Main Street has officially been named a winner in the Best of Boston Home 2025 awards by Boston Magazine. [...]
5 Workout Spots to try in Charlestown
Embarking on a fitness journey can be quite a challenge, but the real struggle often lies in discovering the perfect workout spot where you not [...]
Halloween Thrift Market at The Yard on Saturday + Sunday
Hunt + Gather Calling all lovers of thrift and vintage! Select Markets is hosting a festive Halloween Thrift Festival on Saturday, October 4th, and Sunday, [...]
SEE & DO
5 Things You Should Know This Week – December 1st
Happy December, Charlestown! Donate Blood on Giving Tuesday Give the gift of life on Tuesday, December 2nd, from 10:00a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Hood [...]
5 Things You Should Know This Week – November 24th
Thanksgiving is here! And just like that, Thanksgiving is upon us! Check out our 2025 Guide to Thanksgiving in Charlestown, which includes all the community [...]
Weekend Picks – November 22nd
Need weekend plans? We've got you covered! Shop Monroe Home this weekend – a Best of Boston 2025 winner! Monroe on Main Street has officially been [...]
Weekend Picks – November 14th
Need weekend plans? We've got you covered! Arancini Pop-up at La Saison Golden, crispy, and straight from the heart of Sicily... there's an Arancini Pop-Up [...]
