Daily Briefs

Wednesday’s Brief: Gigi Gelateria Transitions to Dolce, Tree Preservation Hearing, LEGO Club, Tea & Tranquility, Walking Tour, Parcel 2 Park Design Kick Off, Movie Night, Neighborhood Concerts

Today is Wednesday, August 14 and for nine communities south of the city, it’s code red for the mosquito virus EEE that was recently found in 232 mosquito pools, read more on the Boston Globe. Here’s what else you need to know for today… 12:00PM Public Hearing on Requirements for Tree Preservation. Stop by the Read More…

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Tuesday’s Brief: Ducali Expands Liquor License, Summer Story Time, Garden Street Auction, Free Lighthouse Tour, FOCCP Meeting

Today is Tuesday, August 13 and yesterday was a rough morning at Encore with multiple disturbances resulting in 3 early morning arrests, read more on Boston.com. Here’s everything else you need to know for today… 10:30AM Summer Story Time. Join Librarian Lin at 25 Parmenter Street for stories, music, and more! This story time is Read More…

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Monday’s Brief: DOT Analyzing Luxury Lane Feasibility, Zumba in the Park, MHP Meeting

Today is Monday, August 12 and if you’re looking for an affordable cup of coffee to kick off your week, be sure to check out Boston’s 4 top spots for inexpensive coffee including some North End hot spots. Here’s what you need to know for the week ahead… 6:00PM Summer Fitness Series: Zumba. Stop by Read More…

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Weekend Brief: Groundwater Levels Return to Normal, Madonna Della Cava Feast, Bootcamp, Family Fun Festival, Friday Films

Today is Friday, August 9 and a ferry hasn’t run out of Lynn’s Blossom Street terminal to bring commuters to Boston in over two years. According to Lynn Mayor McGee, waiting a few more years until the Tobin Bridge project is complete may be too long for Lynn residents, read more on the Boston Globe. Read More…

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Thursday’s Brief: Whale Spotted in Harbor, PartARTS, Yoga-Lates, Family Game Night, NEWRA Meeting, Movie Musicals

Today is Thursday, August 8 and are you looking for a new apartment? With rent prices continuing to skyrocket in the city, chances are you might qualify for affordable housing, read more on Curbed Boston. Here’s what else you need to know for today… 10:00AM ParkARTS Children’s Workshops. Stop by Christopher Columbus Park where children Read More…

Community Featured

What’s the 311? Homeless Drinking on Cross St., Clark St. Broken Sidewalk, Long Wharf Recycling

Welcome back to our weekly update that highlights some of the cases appearing on 311 in the North End/Waterfront neighborhoods. All 311 cases are public information and can be found at 311.boston.gov. Clark Street Sidewalk This 311 user writes, “Narrow sidewalk missing bricks. Location: Clark Street between Commercial & North St. North End.” The original 311 post can Read More…

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Wednesday’s Brief: Combating Rising Tides, LEGO Club, Movie Night, Hipshot Band at City Hall Plaza

Today is Wednesday, August 7 and have you noticed an increase in rats running around the neighborhood? Check out Boston Magazine’s map to find out whether or not your neighborhood is rat-infested. Here’s what else you need to know for today… 3:30PM LEGO Club. Stop by the North End Library and work together or independently Read More…

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Tuesday’s Brief: Woman Pulled from Charlestown Harbor, Summer Story Time, National Night Out

Today is Tuesday, August 6 if you’re looking for a dinner with a view, be sure to check out Open Table’s top 8 most scenic restaurants in New England featuring some waterfront favorites, read more on Boston.com. Here’s what else you need to know for today… 10:30AM Summer Story Time. Join Librarian Lin at the Read More…

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Monday’s Brief: Foodie Bucket List, Zumba in the Park, Zeus Meets Agrippina

Today is Monday, August 5 and if this past weekend’s feast festivities have you feeling a little extra tired on this Monday, then maybe you should opt for an espresso martini this evening. That’s right – the espresso martini is back and Boston.com is naming the top 3 you need to try, read more here. Read More…

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Weekend Brief: St. Agrippina di Mineo Feast, Trader Joes Planned for Fort Point, Coffee Hour with Councilor Edwards, Bootcamp, Friday Films

Today is Friday, August 2 and with all of the colleges in and around Boston, it’s not a surprise that the city’s been named the best U.S. city for students, however it hasn’t cracked the global top 10, read more on MarketWatch. Here’s what you need to know for this weekend… Saint Agrippina’s Feast. St. Read More…

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Thursday’s Brief: St. Agrippina’s Feast Opens, ParkARTS, Yoga-Lates, Summer Concerts, Public Safety Meeting, Mamma Mia at Faneuil Hall, Heat Exhaustion Warning

Today is Thursday, August 1 and the hot weather doesn’t look to be letting up any time soon. Be sure to stay safe and know the warning signs of heat exhaustion, especially for babies and children, read more here. Here’s what else you need to know for today… Saint Agrippina’s Feast. St. Agrippina di Mineo Read More…

Featured Health & Environment

What’s the 311? Overflowing Trash, Richmond St. Broken Sidewalk, Noise Complaint on Fleet St.

Welcome back to our weekly update that highlights some of the cases appearing on 311 in the North End/Waterfront neighborhoods. All 311 cases are public information and can be found at 311.boston.gov. Overflowing Trash Can at 130 Endicott St This 311 user writes, “This is why the new trash pickup in the north end is a problem! Everyone Read More…