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08/11/2026

12-Year-Old Injured While “Train Surfing” on Red Line Near Andrew Station

A 12-year-old was seriously injured after reportedly “train surfing” on top of a Red Line train early Tuesday morning. According to Universal Hub, the child climbed on top of a Red Line train at JFK/UMass and was riding on the outside of the train when he fell off in the tunnel

08/11/2026

Kinda chic to live in Dorchester! 💁🏼‍♀️

08/11/2026

Lace ‘Em Up: The Boston Waterfront 5K Returns with a New Course This September

The Boston Waterfront 5K is back on Saturday, September 12th, with a brand-new course and the same scenic waterfront views runners have come to love. Hosted by The McCourt Foundation, the annual race begins and ends at Leader Bank Pavilion and features a fresh route through the Seaport and along the

08/11/2026

New Mural Brightens Up Neponset Avenue

There's a colorful new addition to Neponset Avenue! McGonagle's recently unveiled a new mural celebrating the Dorchester neighborhood and the landmarks that make it so special. The artwork also gives a playful nod to the pub's Irish roots with a reminder that it's always a good day for a Guinness.

08/11/2026

Nine More Boston Restaurants Receive Liquor Licenses — Including Spots in Dorchester and East Boston

More neighborhood restaurants will soon be able to serve beer, wine, and cocktails. According to the

08/11/2026

Stay in the know this week!

Let’s roll! Free Bluebikes for National Wellness Month With National Wellness Month underway, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts’ free Bluebikes credits ($15) are live now, giving your audience an easy way to get outside and enjoy the physical benefits and mental boost that biking has to of...

08/11/2026

Happening Tuesday, August 18th!

It's like Taco Bell but better. Reserve your spot for Taco Bell Night at Yellow Door Taqueria, featuring a throwback night with boozy Baja Blasts, Crunch Wrap Supreme, Caramel Apple Empanadas, and more on Tuesday, August 18th. All three of the YDT locations will be taking part in this fun night! Mak...

08/11/2026

Kinda Chic to have a Sunset like this 🌆

08/10/2026

5 Things You Should Know This Week

Let’s roll! Free Bluebikes for National Wellness Month With National Wellness Month underway, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts’ free Bluebikes credits ($15) are live now, giving your audience an easy way to get outside and enjoy the physical benefits and mental boost that biking has to of...

08/10/2026

Boston City Council Says No to Waiving Police Residency Requirement Despite Understaffing

The City Council rejected a resolution by Councilor Ed Flynn to waive residency requirements for police officers transferring from departments outside the City. Boston’s municipal code requires the city to maintain at least 2,500 sworn police officers. In May, BPD reported only 2,102 sworn officer...