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A judge holds Luka, a Norwegian Forest Cat, which is a rare breed in North America. The judge presented the 5-year-old cat as part of a discussion on Siberian history.
A celebration of cats in Boston’s South End
Sydney Ciardi, photo staff • October 21, 2024

The Boston Center for the Arts’ Cyclorama was filled with people and cats Oct. 12 and 13, who gathered to celebrate felines at the Boston Catstravaganza...

Roberto Mighty speaks to an audience about his docuseries “World’s Greatest Cemeteries." Mighty traveled to cemeteries around the world while researching for his docuseries.
Cemetery explorer and filmmaker has a new take on graves
Nikhil Jagannath, news staff • October 18, 2024

At the Parker Hill Branch of the Boston Public Library Oct. 5, Roberto Mighty brought the dead to life. Mighty, a multimedia artist and filmmaker,...

A MBTA fare machine at Ruggles station. Above the interactive screen, the ticket price infographic showed the price for bus and subway rides.
MBTA reduced-fare program brings half-off rides to low-income passengers
Eli Curwin, Samantha Balagot, and Lawrence Brown October 18, 2024

Since July 2019, a one-way fare for the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority’s bus system and subway have cost $1.70 and $2.40, respectively,...

Attendees look through booths at the 25th Roxbury Open Studios festival. The festival aimed to highlight artistic talent within Roxbury and foster community.
Art and community put on display at 25th annual Roxbury Open Studios festival
Kaelyn McFadden, news staff • October 16, 2024

The heart of Roxbury pulsed with artistic energy as Roxbury Open Studios held its 25th annual Arts Festival Oct. 5 and 6 at the Reggie Lewis...

Mell Hooks sings to a crowd. His performance began at 1:10 p.m. and had captivating graphics in the background.
Smino and other artists play at Boston’s first Commonwealth Festival
Sarah Mesdjian, news staff • October 16, 2024

The first-ever Commonwealth Festival hosted Smino along with other rap and hip-hop artists at City Hall Plaza Oct. 12 from noon to 8 p.m.  Despite...

Marchers hold a sign that reads "Indigenous People Day Now!" The march was held to call for the federal and state change of "Christopher Columbus Day" to "Indigenous People's Day," as well as to call attention to discrimination.
Indigenous people and allies advocate for renaming of Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples Day
Grace Cargill and Antaine Anhalt October 15, 2024
Sam Jaffe, founder and director of The Caterpillar Lab, shows a group of attendees the spines of a caterpillar under a microscope. Jaffe’s insightful wisdom had people of all ages crowding around.
Caterpillar Lab showcase charms children and adults at Arnold Arboretum
Asher Ben-Dashan, photo staff • October 14, 2024
A group serenades the audience as a slideshow of images plays in the background. Songs and the prayer Oseh Shalom ended the ceremony.
Jewish community of Boston gathers for commemoration of lives lost Oct. 7
Grace Cargill, news staff • October 11, 2024

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Dogs at Park-9 Fenway chase each other as their owners watch. The space opened with an outdoor park, bar and patio seating area.
From tails to cocktails: Park-9 welcomes dogs and people alike to play and drink
Samantha Philipp, news correspondent • October 12, 2024

Dog lovers across Boston are struggling to find spots to enjoy with their favorite pooch. A dog-loving family aims to fix that with Park-9.  Spouses...

Attendees line up for booths and food trucks close to the front of the festival. There were many food options, including Roxy’s Grilled Cheese and Tandoor and Curry on Wheels.
Allston Village Street Fair returns after 4-year hiatus, brings community together with art, music, food
Asher Ben-Dashan, photo correspondent • October 7, 2024
Three participants run through the Kevin W. Fitzgerald Park gate. The 5K aimed to raise funds and awareness for the housing crisis in Mission Hill.
Locals lace up for affordable housing in Mission Hill
Nidhi Prakash, news correspondent • October 4, 2024
Vegan Proteins employees pose for a photo at their table. Almost 90 vendors attended the 29th annual Boston Veg Food Fest.
Boston Veg Food Fest celebrates plant-based innovation and community
Kaelyn McFadden, news correspondent • October 3, 2024
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Demonstrators march directly outside the Boch Center as the last of Clinton’s audience members enter the theater for her show. The group marched in a circle on the street in front of the theater.
Hillary Clinton’s appearance ignites pro-Palestinian demonstration in Boston’s Theater District
Sofia Sawchuk, photo staff • October 12, 2024

The weather was clear and cool and all was calm in Boston’s Theater District Sept. 27 — except for the beeping, bumper-to-bumper traffic...

MCAS on the chopping block: Massachusetts voters to decide the fate of high school graduation requirement
MCAS on the chopping block: Massachusetts voters to decide the fate of high school graduation requirement
Sarah Mesdjian, news staff • October 7, 2024
Rochelle Walensky speaks during the Globe Summit 2024 Sept. 25. Walensky shared her experiences as director of the CDC during the pandemic.
Former CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky dissects the state of public health at 2024 Globe Summit
Matias Gonzalez and Sandeep Sood October 1, 2024
Maura Healey speaks during a conversation with Sabrina Shankman at the Globe Summit 2024. The two discussed the future of Massachusetts’ workforce and its connection to sustainable energy.
Governor Healey talks climate innovations at Globe Summit 2024
Grace Cargill and Yashavi Upasani September 30, 2024

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Members participating in the GirlFriends Boston SoWa event pose for a photo. GirlFriends Boston turned from a Facebook group and a newsletter into a fully-fleged business and organization where women can meet and find commuity.
‘Untapped resource of potential best friends’: GirlFriends Boston builds community, one friendship at a time
Alyssa Fell, news correspondent • October 8, 2024

When asked what the GirlFriends Boston community means to her, Giulia Matthews, a 40- year-old GirlFriends Boston member and Waltham resident,...

The panelists at the Starr Forum: The World is Watching event. The speakers discussed global perspectives on the upcoming U.S. presidential election.
Leading political scientists discuss global perspectives on U.S. presidential election
Grace Cargill, news staff • October 8, 2024

At the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, or MIT’s, Starr Forum Oct. 2, political science experts Katrina Burgess, Daniel Ziblatt, John...

The patio of Samuel Adams Boston Brewery is decorated for Oktoberfest with Bavarian pennants and branded banners. The Jamaica Plain brewery hosted a weekend’s worth of festivities for the seasonal celebration.
Boston celebrates Oktoberfest with Jamaica Plain Samuel Adams Boston Brewery
Curtis DeSmith, photo staff • October 7, 2024

Samuel Adams celebrated the centuries-long German tradition of Oktoberfest with music, games, food and, of course, beer. With the cultural...

A Love The Fenway fundraiser attendee places a various cheese, crackers and grapes onto his plate. The fundraiser offered an open bar, a charcuterie table and numerous hors d'oeuvres.
Love The Fenway celebrates community at Fenway Community Center
Yashavi Upasani, news correspondent • October 2, 2024

The second annual Love The Fenway fundraiser commenced at the Fenway Community Center, or FCC, Sept. 26, bringing together residents, local business...

Berman poses with her Jellycat of choice — “Nordic Spruce Wreath.” Berman opened Tiny Hanger in 2011 and has offered children’s apparel to the Brookline community since.
Brookline Jellycat fans celebrate launch of 2024 holiday collection
Curtis DeSmith, photo staff • September 30, 2024

The holiday season arrived early Sept. 20 with the 2024 Jellycat holiday collection launch party at Tiny Hanger, a children’s boutique...

Michelle Wu speaks during a discussion with Katie Johnston at the Globe Summit 2024. Wu spoke about her efforts and goals in changing hiring approaches in Boston.
‘An opportunity to build from the beginning’: Michelle Wu leading efforts to reshape Boston’s workforce
Matias Gonzalez and Bryce Gould-Anderson September 29, 2024

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and Boston Globe reporter Katie Johnston sat down for a fireside chat Sept. 26 to discuss how the city is empowering...

People dance around a woman with a microphone. The FCC started in 2016 and was a part of Fenway Cares, established in 2020. Photo courtesy Fenway Community Center.
Connecting through creativity: the Fenway Community Center brings neighbors together
Neha Paruchuri, news correspondent • September 27, 2024

Right down the street from the historic Fenway Park, the Fenway Community Center, or FCC, stands as a beacon of unity. The FCC has been an integral...

Two children pose in a photo stand-in. Multiple colorful, illustrative photo stand-ins were placed along Somerville Avenue.
Lions and tigers and fluff, oh my: Somerville celebrates its sweet history
Emily Niedermeyer, news correspondent • September 27, 2024

Community members gathered in Union Square for the 19th annual What the Fluff? Festival Sept. 21, a celebration honoring the creation of Marshmallow...

Home of the Our Lady's Guild House, the building at 20 Charlesgate W. features many single occupant apartments. The Our Lady Guild House is surrounded by areas to dine and shop. A public meeting held Sept. 19 allowed people to ask questions about the possibility of renovating the building.
Historic Fenway building to be renovated, creating affordable housing
Yashavi Upasani, news correspondent • September 26, 2024

Located at 20 Charlesgate W., Our Lady’s Guild House is planning a renovation to create more affordable housing in the Fenway area. In October...

Two vendors from Attack of the Foodies pose for a photo with their products. The Boston Freedom Rally featured a variety of local vendors.
Boston Freedom Rally celebrates 35th year of cannabis advocacy, unity
Kaelyn McFadden, news correspondent • September 26, 2024

Like every year since 1995 on the third Saturday of September, the 35th annual Boston Freedom Rally took place in Boston Common. The rally is...