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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 [...]
City of Boston Break Ground on new EMS Station on South Boston Waterfront
New $16 Million Facility Enhances Public Safety and Emergency Medical Response In The Area BOSTON – Friday, May 23, 2025 – [...]
Caught in Southie: Luke Combs spotted at Broadway Golf Club
Singer and songwriter Luke Combs was in town this weekend for his performance at Boston Calling. He was spotted hitting [...]
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 [...]
 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.   [...]
Councilor Flynn Calls for a Hearing on Community Process for EV Chargers
BOSTON - At this week’s Boston City Council meeting, Councilor Ed Flynn filed a hearing order to discuss the community [...]
Batten down the Hatches – Nor’easter Incoming!
 Buckle up, Southie — a nor’easter is blowing into town tonight and she’s not messing around. Forecasters are calling for [...]
Mayor Wu Announces the 2025 Legacy Business Award Winners Including Two in South Boston
BOSTON - Wednesday, May 21, 2025 - Mayor Michelle Wu today announced the winners of the 2025 Legacy Business Awards. This year’s cohort of 30 businesses represent [...]
Play Ball! South Boston Little League to Celebrate New Field Opening at N Street
It’s a home run for Southie! After nearly four years in the making, South Boston Little League is finally ready to unveil its newly restored [...]
UPDATE City Hall Controversy: Two Boston Officials Arrested on Domestic Assault Charges Have Been Fired
Update: The two Boston City Hall employees who were arrested last week on domestic violence charges have been fired, according to the Boston Herald. “After [...]
Southie’s Own Chris Rooney Injured in Game 7 of NHL Playoffs
Ouch! NHL ref Chris Rooney, a South Boston native and one of the league’s top officials, took a stick to the face during Game 7 [...]
Tensions Rise on the Road to City Hall: Wu, Kraft, and Challengers Spar at First Mayoral Forum
Through Boston’s early race for its 55th mayoral election this coming November, incumbent Michelle Wu has held a significant lead over major challenger Josh Kraft. [...]
Mayor Wu Announces Expansion of Free Swim Lesson for Kids
City highlights free swim lessons, lifeguard staffing, and water safety awareness in Boston BOSTON - Friday, May 16, 2025 - Mayor Michelle Wu, the Office [...]