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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 [...]
311 of the Day: Someone put a cone out on Sunday in Southie after a dusting.
Hey, the jerk store called. On Sunday, one South Boston resident took to 311 after a neighbor put out a cone to hold a parking [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Councilor Flynn Holds Hearing on Expanding Urban Tree Canopy
BOSTON - On Friday, May 9th at 10am in the Iannella Chamber, Councilor Flynn held an in-person hearing to discuss expanding the urban tree canopy [...]
Senator Collins Calls for Extension of Harborwalk at Reserve Channel
Secures $1 million for transportation improvements in supplemental budget State Senator Nick Collins secured key transit, roadway and parkway investments for the First Suffolk District [...]
Missing Person Alert: Boston Police Seek Public’s Help Locating 71-Year-Old Justina Ayala of South Boston
The Boston Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 71-year-old Justina Ayala, who was last seen earlier this morning in the area of [...]
Waymo Begins Mapping Boston Streets for Potential Robotaxi Expansion
Waymo, the autonomous vehicle company under Alphabet Inc., has initiated mapping operations in Boston, signaling a potential expansion of its self-driving taxi service into the [...]
Ward 6 + 7 Democrats to Caucus this SaturdayÂ
Be informed. Get involved. The annual Ward 6 and 7 Caucus will be held this Saturday May 17, 2025 at the Ironworkers Local 7 Union Hall, 190 [...]