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Watch Where You Park: Boston Public Works Clearing Snow Along the St. Patrick’s Day Parade Route
With the South Boston St. Patrick’s Day Parade this weekend, the City of Boston is getting the neighborhood ready for one of the biggest days [...]
After 18 years in the neighborhood, Motivated Fitness will close at the end of the month
Tom Regan, local legend and owner of Motivated Fitness, posted on social media that the West Broadway gym will officially close its doors at the [...]
National Parks of Boston and Partners Commemorate 250th Anniversary of Evacuation Day on March 17th
BOSTON — The National Parks of Boston – partnering with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the City of Boston, the South Boston Citizens Association, and civic and historic organizations – will commemorate the 250th Anniversary of [...]
Neighborhood Sidewalks are Covered in Dog Poop in the Snow – Let’s do better
Good grief. What is happening on our sidewalks this winter? Dog poop and poop bags, just left in the snow mounds on the sidewalks of [...]
Check them out: Most Read Posts of Caught in Southie 2025
As we begin a new year, I want to share with you the most-read posts of 2025 – a little [...]
Wind + Trash Day = a big mess in the neighborhood
If Tuesday is your trash day, you most likely woke up to garbage strewn about the streets. Yikes. A Wind [...]
FYI: South Station Commuter Rail Fare Gates in Operation Starting December 30
Commuter Rail fare gates at South Station will be introduced to passengers incrementally beginning tomorrow with more fare gates expected [...]
Traffic Alert: Fuel Spill in the Ted Williams Tunnel – Eastbound lane closed for the next few hours.
According to MassDOT, the Eastbound lane of the Ted Williams Tunnel closed after a fuel spill on Monday morning. Just [...]
Missing Teen Alert: Jeydin C from East Boston, often hangs out in South Boston
On Saturday, December 27th, the Condon Community Center in South Boston posted the following alert on social media: Missing Teen: Jeydin [...]
South Boston Obituary: Michael F. Flaherty Sr.
Flaherty, Hon. Michael F., Ret. Associate Justice of the Boston Municipal Court Department and former State Representative for South Boston, [...]
South Boston native meets Pope Leo and invites him to Boston to a Red Sox/White Sox game. “I want to visit Boston!”
Last week, South Boston native Stephen Ryan and his friend Dee Bendel found themselves in Vatican City for a special jubilee audience — and managed [...]
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 [...]
Big New: Publico Pete has been Found
It's a Christmas miracle! Way back in November, beloved mascot of Publico, "Publico Pete," was kidnapped. It was the fourth time the bear had been [...]
Update: Person arrested in connection with American flags vandalized in South Boston- Local Elected Officials Release a Statement
Update: According to officials, a 24-year-old man from Somerville was arrested in connection with American flags being vandalized in the neighborhood last week. Here's a [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
