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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 23, 2025, The City of Boston [...]
Be informed. Get involved: Sign Up for Boston Planning Department’s newsletter
The City of Boston’s Planning Department will be sharing updates and engagement opportunities with the public online and via email beginning in 2026. Make sure [...]
Celtics Star Jaylen Brown Stops by Charlestown High — Surprise Visit Brings Big Smiles and Sneaker Love
Early this week, Boston Celtics All-Star Jaylen Brown made an unannounced stop at Charlestown High School, turning an ordinary school day into something unforgettable for [...]
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 Boston Fire Department! Feel free [...]
Annual Beaches Water Quality Report Card – 2025 season
Save the Harbor/Save the Bay has released its 2024 Beach Season Water Quality Report Card! This year’s report card uses data [...]
Diligent Police Work in Charlestown Leads to Arrest and Seizure of Loaded Firearm
On Friday, June 13, 2025, officers assigned to the Youth Violence Strike Force arrested 18-year-old Alphy Vazquez of Charlestown on firearm-related charges at 89 [...]
Woman accused of killing lawyer on Charlestown houseboat pleads not guilty.
On June 13, 24‑year‑old Nora T. Nelson appeared in Suffolk Superior Court, facing upgraded charges in the tragic February death of 65‑year‑old [...]
The story of a Cavapoo who fled a visit to the groomers and ended up clear across the city
This is Tito.He’s 8 years old.He’s a Cavapoo.And he’s living his best little dog life in South Boston. Tito loves [...]
8-week old kitten rescued in Charlestown – Meet Ally!
This past week, the Animal Rescue League of Boston’s (ARL) Field Services Department rescued an eight-week-old community kitten who was living [...]
Boston Police Investigating Reports of Shots Fired in Charlestown
Boston Police are investigating a report of shots fired that took place on Sunday evening in Charlestown. BPD responded to [...]
State Police Investigating Reported Assault in Paul Revere Park in Charlestown
State Police are investigating a reported sexual assault that took place Wednesday morning in Paul Revere Park in Charlestown. According to officials, the incident was [...]
Ain’t no party like a neighborhood block party – City of Boston announces applications open for block party grant
BOSTON- Thursday, May 22, 2025 – Today, Mayor Michelle Wu and the Community Engagement Cabinet’s Office of Civic Organizing announced applications are now open for the third [...]
Listen Up, Charlestown: Street Resurfacing in Full Swing Ahead of Bunker Hill Day Parade
If you’ve noticed the rumble of machinery and fresh layers of pavement popping up around the neighborhood, it’s not just your imagination—street resurfacing is officially [...]
MBTA Announces June Service Changes
BOSTON – The MBTA today announced service changes in June on the Orange, Red, Green, Blue, Framingham/Worcester, and Franklin/Foxboro lines. Riders can find more information [...]
Batten down the Hatches – Nor’easter Incoming!
Buckle up, Charlestown — a nor’easter is blowing into town tonight and she’s not messing around. Forecasters are calling for up to two inches of [...]
Water Main Break at Walker & Main — BWSC Crews Respond Swiftly
Yikes! If you heard some unexpected commotion near Walker and Main last night, here’s what was going on: Boston Water and Sewer Commission responded to [...]