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The exterior of Brattle Book Shop. The store was founded in 1825.
Brattle Book Shop celebrates 200th anniversary
Caroline Baker Dimock, news correspondent • September 16, 2024

Brattle Book Shop, a family-owned bookshop located just a block and a half from Boston Common famous for its collection of used and rare books,...

A customer places an order at Da Vinci Gelato & Waffle. The  dessert shop opened Aug. 30 on Huntington Avenue.
From savory waffles to traditional sweets, Da Vinci Gelato & Waffle opens its doors on Huntington
Zoe MacDiarmid and Matias Gonzalez September 16, 2024

Of the shops frequented by Northeastern students on Huntington Avenue, Da Vinci Gelato & Waffle’s aesthetic stands out. A dozen blue chandeliers...

Akou Diabakhate poses for a photo in an old Bold Skin Babe salon location on Newbury Street. Bold Skin Babe was founded in 2020 and specializes in the care of melanated skin. Photo courtesy John Wilcox, Bold Skin Babe.
Bold Skin Babe makes inclusive beauty care accessible in Boston
Gitana Savage, deputy city editor • September 15, 2024

From a small room on Boylston Street to two salons in Massachusetts, Bold Skin Babe has seen dramatic growth since its opening in 2020. Offering...

A bartender prepares a glass of beer at Bell in Hand. An amendment that would remove the state's happy hour ban was approved in July by the Massachusetts Senate.
Massachusetts’ ‘outdated’ happy hour ban may soon be history after senate approves economic bill
Sarah Mesdijan, news correspondent • September 15, 2024

If you were in Boston last June when the Celtics won their 18th NBA title, you might have attended the bustling, celebratory parade that came...

Second-year biomedical engineering major Allie Sandler stands with volunteers from King’s Hill Church outside her apartment building. The volunteers helped Sandler move into her second-floor apartment.  Photo courtesy Jack Sandler.
‘They were like a well-oiled machine’: Local church volunteers help with September move-in
Lawrence Brown, news staff • September 14, 2024

“How can we love our neighbors? How can we help make easier a really stressful day?” said King’s Hill Church Pastor Jonathan Moseley after...

Asha Janay poses for a headshot at Nubian Market in Roxbury. Nubian Market hosted office hours April 19 for the public to communicate their issues to Janay.
Get to know your local leaders: Q&A with Roxbury liaison Asha Janay
Gitana Savage, deputy city editor • April 20, 2024
A sign welcoming visitors to Mission Hill. Margaret “Maggie” Van Scoy was chosen to be a liaison for the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services in July 2022 for the neighborhoods of Back Bay, Beacon Hill, Mission Hill and Fenway-Kenmore.
Get to know your local leaders: Q&A with Back Bay, Beacon Hill, Mission Hill, Fenway-Kenmore liaison Margaret Van Scoy
Xavier Alvarez, news correspondent • April 20, 2024
Phi Long Phan (left) and Linh Phan (right) stand in front of The Green Haus. The cafe fully opened in February.
Family-run community-centered cafe brings greenery, love, Vietnamese coffee to Mission Hill
Ali Caudle, news staff • April 4, 2024
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A guest at WLP smiles as she sits to eat. Alongside daily necessities like meals and showers, WLP also started investing in mental health services. Photo courtesy Nancy Schieffelin, WLP.
Newbury Street shelter offers gender-specific care, support to women across Boston
Alexis Algazy, city editor • September 11, 2024

Down a few stairs inside a historic church at the end of Newbury Street lies what some say is the best spot in the city for lunch — and the...

A sand sculpture of a slice of cake signifying the event’s 20th anniversary. Attendees were invited to take pictures with the sculpture to show support for the long-standing tradition.
Boston celebrates 20 years of Revere Beach sand sculpting
Jessica Xing and Curtis DeSmith July 31, 2024
A contactless payment device on a Green Line trolley. The MBTA announced it will start implementing its new tap-to-pay system Aug. 1.
Tap-to-pay comes to the T — and with it, an attempted solution to fare evasion
Gitana Savage, deputy city editor • July 27, 2024
A blue firework tinged with gold glows overhead, flanked by two other fireworks whose streamers are burning out. Many fireworks were equipped with several stages that burned on different timeframes or with different hues.
Boston’s Fourth of July sky: 18 images of the Independence Day fireworks display
Yaakov Aldrich and Sofia Sawchuk July 19, 2024

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The exterior of the Massachusetts State House. Bill H.4241 was introduced during this year's state legislative session.
State legislature to consider bill protecting victims of revenge porn
Alyssa Enright, news correspondent • May 4, 2024

Massachusetts is currently one of two states without any protections for survivors of image-based sexual assault, otherwise known as revenge...

Honorees and other attendees of the EXTRAordinary Women’s Reception pose for a photo. MOWA hosted the event, during which 41 honorees were recognized in the categories of economic equity, health, safety and representation.
EXTRAordinary women drive change in Boston
Alexis Algazy, deputy city editor • March 25, 2024
Healey greets attendees on the House floor. Healey shared stories about Boston residents who would be helped by accomplishments like the MassReconnect program and the proposed Affordable Homes Act.
State of the Commonwealth: Governor Healey shares priorities for Massachusetts residents
Alexis Algazy, deputy city editor • January 18, 2024
Mayor Michelle Wu speaks to members of the press. Wu delivered her second annual State of the City address Jan. 9 at MGM Music Hall.
State of the City: Highlights from Mayor Wu’s speech
Ryan Treible, news correspondent • January 17, 2024

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The crowd erupts as Celtics forward guard Jayson Tatum rounds the block with the Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy. Visibly a crowd favorite, thousands wore jerseys and shirts with Tatum’s name and number.
Over 1 million fans flood Boston with Celtic Pride in celebration of Banner 18
Aiden Stein, photo correspondent • June 29, 2024

The Celtics brought home gold, so Boston fans covered the city in green.  After three consecutive wins in the NBA Finals, the Celtics fell...

A boating team paddles through the Charles River. Many teams chanted to keep up team spirit and energy.
Boston Dragon Boat Festival celebrates Asian culture, traditions
Jessica Xing, photo editor • June 17, 2024

Spectators and families gathered at the John W. Weeks Footbridge June 9 to watch competitors effortlessly propel bright, decorative dragon boats...

Children play badminton together in the middle of Broadway Street without the worry of traffic. Sanctioned pedestrian zones improved the Carnaval’s road safety, mobility options and economic opportunities.
Somerville carnaval creates thriving atmosphere for local businesses
Curtis DeSmith, photo staff • June 10, 2024

The East Somerville neighborhood opened its streets to pedestrians June 2 for the 14th annual SomerStreets Carnaval. Kicked off by a parade,...

Families at the Arboretum dance to Afrobeat music. The Arboretum hosted an Afro-fusion dance lesson taught by BalletRox.
Families celebrate Lilac Sunday at Harvard Arboretum
Jacob Salamanca, photo correspondent • June 10, 2024

The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University hosted Lilac Sunday May 12 to celebrate the annual blooming of its lilacs. The celebration started...

The Beacon Street Quartet performs during a Candlelight Concert at First Church in Cambridge April 5. The quartet performed modern music such as pop songs by Adele and Taylor Swift.
Beacon Street Quartet puts a modern twist on classical music
Heidi Ho, news staff • June 9, 2024

Adele. Taylor Swift. Coldplay. What do all these artists have in common? Their songs are on the Beacon Street Quartet’s setlist for the viral...

‘A space for absolutely everybody to be joyful and expressive’: Boston Pride parade covers the streets in rainbow
Alexis Algazy, city editor • June 9, 2024

The LGBTQ community, allies and Bostonians alike decorated in the colors of the rainbow lined the city’s streets June 8 for the Boston Pride...

Spectators clap as a pride flag is raised outside City Hall. The city of Boston held a pride flag raising ceremony June 3 to kick off the 2024 Pride Month.
Bostonians gather outside City Hall for pride flag raising ceremony
Zoe MacDiarmid, news staff • June 7, 2024

Elected officials, community leaders and Bostonians dressed in all colors of the rainbow gathered outside City Hall Monday to attend the pride...

Students from the Baker School perform a traditional Korean fan dance known as Buchaechum. The dancers wore brightly colored hanboks.
Brookline residents celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month with crafts, student performances
Emily Boyle, photo correspondent • May 30, 2024

Community members gathered May 18 for ​Brookline's Second Annual Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Day Celebration. The event, organized...

Dominique Dixon poses for a photo with her handmade polymer clay earrings. Dixon founded Mahogani Shop in 2017 using her design background and inspiration from African culture. “I started [Mahogani] in a place where I was trying to rediscover myself as an artist, as a Black woman," Dixon said. "So a lot of my influence comes from my culture, architecture, art.”
‘Rhythm and Blooms’: Seaport x Black Owned Bos. Market highlights local Black businesses
Zoe MacDiarmid, news staff • May 29, 2024

As shoppers perused pop-ups at the Seaport x Black Owned Bos. Market, passersby could see Tony Johnson and Greg Bailey laughing and effortlessly...

Professional kitefliers lift giant squid kites into the sky. Bostonians gathered to marvel over the kiting display.
Revere Beach celebrates start of beach season with annual Kite Festival
Curtis DeSmith, photo staff • May 29, 2024

The Revere Beach community welcomed spectators May 19 as hundreds of decorative kites took to the air to celebrate the return of the beach season...