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Oullette sits for a photo with her labradoodle, Ella Mae, dressed in pink. Boston Dog Moms prepared different backdrops for pet owners to capture the event with, including a balloon wall and a pink Valentine’s Day background.
Boston Dog Moms hosts first ever Barkuterie Brunch at Liberty Hotel Ballroom
Aya Al-Zehhawi, photo staff • February 4, 2025

As fresh snow welcomed Bostonians into the first day of February, dog moms and dads alike joined together to celebrate the month of love at the...

Protesters rally in front of the Massachusetts State House. They brought a variety of pride flags and handwritten signs.
Boston residents advocate for trans unity at Massachusetts State House
Yashavi Upasani, news staff • February 1, 2025

Boston residents and transgender rights activists rallied in front of Massachusetts State House Jan. 30 to call for unity in the wake of President...

Protesters listen to a speech. Members of the Boston community rallied to fight for issues involving climate change, firing of public sector workers and the war in Palestine.
‘We’re protecting each other’: Bostonians rally against Trump’s agenda on Inauguration Day
Hallie Luo, photo correspondent • January 31, 2025

Gathered outside the John F. Kennedy Federal Building in downtown Boston Jan. 20, hundreds of protesters rallied against President Donald Trump...

Maccon Bonner poses for a headshot. Bonner began his role as the Mission Hill liaison last April. Photo courtesy Maccon Bonner.
‘Getting the big things done by doing the small things right’: Q&A with neighborhood liaison Maccon Bonner
Chloe Craft, news staff • January 29, 2025

Mission Hill liaison Maccon Bonner, who also serves the neighborhoods of Fenway-Kenmore, Mission Hill, Beacon Hill and Back Bay, spoke with The...

A portion of the Arborway near the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University. The DCR held a virtual meeting Jan. 14 to discuss plans to reconstruct the Arborway.
Department of Conservation and Recreation’s arborway improvements project design faces mixed reception from Jamaica Plain community
Laila Guzman Griffin, news correspondent • January 21, 2025

When Vickie Henry — a resident of Jamaica Plain — bought her home, the quiet, tree-lined residential road of May Street seemed like the optimal...

Customers at the FCC free market sift through a rack of clothes. Participants donated old clothes for others to take for free.
The Fenway Center’s free market brings sustainability and hospitality to the community
Kayla Goldman, news correspondent • December 28, 2024
Michelle Wu stands by as Santa Claus lights the Mission Hill Christmas tree. The event was the Enchanted Trolley Tour and Tree Lightings’ 28th year.
Mayor Michelle Wu lights up Mission Hill with Christmas cheer
Alexis Algazy, city editor • December 8, 2024
The Rosie's Place entrance on Harrison Avenue. Rosie's Place provided shelter, food and even computer classes to women for over 50 years.
Rosie’s Place empowers Boston women
Nidhi Prakash, news correspondent • December 6, 2024
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A child smiles in anticipation of a chocolate strawberry as his mom holds a plate of previously acquired chocolate goodies. Plates were given at the start of the line and were piled high with sweet treats by the end of the vendor row.
Chocoholics take over Harvard Square for annual chocolate tasting event
Devyn Rudnick, photo staff • January 29, 2025

More than 300 chocolate lovers flooded Harvard Square Jan. 25 for the city’s 14th Annual Taste of Chocolate Festival. Hosted by the Harvard...

A performer in bright red and gold takes the stage. The act was part of a father-son dance duo.
Boston community crowds City Hall in celebration of Lunar New Year
Aya Al-Zehhawi, photo staff • January 29, 2025
A labradoodle smiles in his snow-covered sweater. Although waterproof coats are the norm, some dog owners preferred to dress their dogs in warm sweaters and cozy knitwear.
Braving the frost: How Boston dog owners are prioritizing pet safety this winter
Aya Al-Zehhawi, photo correspondent • January 24, 2025
How Northeastern students are redefining real estate with purpose and perspective
How Northeastern students are redefining real estate with purpose and perspective
Maeve Brackett, news correspondent • January 21, 2025

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Photos courtesy Tia Dufour, Trump White House Archived.
Bostonians concerned one week into Trump administration
Alexis Algazy and Devyn Rudnick January 29, 2025

President Donald Trump was sworn in Jan. 20 for his second term in the White House. His administration wasted no time signing a plethora of executive...

Two voters discuss the ballot before voting at the Fenway Center. Voting centers emphasized that the Massachusetts ballots featured ballot measures and Senate candidates in addition to those for the presidency.
Boston takes to the polls: 16 images from Election Day 2024
Margot Murphy and Jessica Xing November 6, 2024
Boston citizens vote at the City Hall Plaza Pavilion location. Numerous locations accommodating 22 wards across the city were opened to the public, from South End to Roxbury.
On Election Day, Bostonians remain cautiously optimistic
Sarah Mesdjian, news staff • November 5, 2024
Voting in Massachusetts? Here’s what to know about the 5 ballot measures.
Voting in Massachusetts? Here’s what to know about the 5 ballot measures.
Alexis Algazy and Ananya Kulkarni November 4, 2024

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Demonstrators wear Palestinian keffiyehs and raise flags and signs in support of Palestine. Even as the night grew dark and temperatures dropped, rally attendees remained enthusiastic and lively as they chanted and cheered together.
Boston activists rally for Palestine’s liberation following Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal
Chloe Craft, news staff • January 20, 2025

Dozens of pro-Palestine demonstrators gathered at the steps of the Boston Public Library, or BPL, at Copley Square Jan. 16 to celebrate the recent...

Protesters march with signs and smiles through Boston Common. People from all over the country and of all ages walked to advocate for gender equality and freedoms.
‘We only lose if we stop fighting’: Rally for women’s rights in Boston continues ahead of Trump’s inauguration
Devyn Rudnick and Janira Skrbkova January 19, 2025

Over 1,000 protesters gathered in Boston Common for Women's March: People's March Boston 2025 Jan. 18 with a collective mood that most wouldn't...

Ukrainian activists and Boston residents join together and rally for the end of Russia's Ukraine invasion. Together they chanted and encouraged passersby to join their protest.
Supporters of Ukraine call for support, awareness at ‘Fair Peace for Ukraine’ rally
Chloe Craft, news staff • January 14, 2025

Ukrainian activists and Boston residents gathered for a rally in Boston Common Jan. 12 to spread awareness about and advocate for an end to Russia’s...

A Christmas tree stands lit up on Boston Common. Hundreds gathered to watch the tree lighting ceremony Dec. 5.
Annual Christmas tree lighting brings holiday cheer to Boston Common
Lawrence Brown, news staff • December 13, 2024

The 83rd annual Boston Christmas tree lighting took place Dec. 5 at Boston Common. Spectators, ranging from young children to seasoned adults,...

A sign for Hearth & Hug Bakery hangs above the space in the Boston Public Market. Upon opening the bakery, Natalie Hug began waking up at 4 a.m. daily to make fresh pastries for customers.
Hearth & Hug Bakery bringing a personal touch to Boston
Tristen Schilling, news correspondent • December 12, 2024

Hearth & Hug Bakery is a “homey, friendly” place, said Jesse Myers, a longtime customer.   Located in the Boston Public Market,...

The new Levain Bakery storefront in Seaport. The company originally started in New York City.
Levain Bakery opens new Seaport location, baking up holiday cheer for new customers
Kayla Goldman, news correspondent • December 12, 2024

Levain Bakery opened its 18th location in Seaport Nov. 22. The bakery hosted a grand opening for the store, advertising its new location on the...

Michael Creasey, Andrea Gayle-Bennett, Robert Santiago and Crystal Schaefer, commander of the USS Constitution, toss a ceremonial wreath into the harbor. The ceremony honored the men and women who lost their lives during the Pearl Harbor attacks.
Boston honors Pearl Harbor heroes at remembrance day ceremony
Sarah Mesdjian, news staff • December 10, 2024

The annual Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day Program was held at the USS Constitution Museum in Charlestown Dec. 7 for a crowd of several dozen, commemorating...

A pastry chef prepares to cut the top of a pie. The proceeds from each pie sold provided a week of hot meals for someone in need. Photo courtesy Community Servings.
Holiday pies help feed a neighbor in need at annual Boston fundraiser
Cassandra Kromer, news correspondent • December 2, 2024

On the evening of Nov. 25, the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center was alive with holiday cheer as 30 volunteers and program coordinators...

A USPS storefront sign in Mission Hill. Multiple residents wrote to city councilors in October, expressing frustrations around the delays, particularly in the days leading up to the presidential election.
Mail frustrations mount: USPS dismisses reports of delays amidst potential City Council hearing
Sarah Mesdjian, news staff • December 2, 2024

When third-year architecture major Megan Conte did not receive her absentee ballot in time for the election, she felt frustrated and powerless....

Anderson walks up after being announced as one of the final two contestants. He gave a short speech after winning first place and was rewarded with a $50 gift card and a bag of British candy. “It was a foreign experience, but it definitely felt good,” Anderson said. “I’m glad that I dressed up just like the picture they posted as well.”
Boston joins viral trend with Tom Holland look-alike contest
Jessica Xing, photo editor • November 28, 2024

Since high school, strangers have compared Nick Anderson, a 26-year-old chief of staff at Shipyard Software and a Melrose native, to Tom Holland,...