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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 Huntington News in a virtual meeting Jan. 23 to discuss his experiences in the role and his goals to impress positive change in the...

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 orders on day one. Massachusetts voted for former Vice President Kamala Harris with an overwhelming majority of 61.2% in November...

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

For many Boston students, the off-campus housing search can be ruthless. With rent prices skyrocketing in recent years and available housing dwindling, the process becomes increasingly stressful according to both students and seasoned real estate agents. Students say they feel...

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 spot. May Street, with its Victorian and Colonial revival-style houses and lush lawns, is relatively close to the Arborway, a major...

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 ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas and bring attention to their ongoing push to end the Israeli occupation of Palestine...

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 anticipate in the wake of Trump's reelection. It was hope — not hidden behind a veneer of anger or defeat, but out in the open...

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 full-scale war against Ukraine as it enters its third year. The rally was part of a series organized by the New York-based...

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

Once a month, the Fenway Community Center, or FCC, hosts a free market in which community members donate used goods for others to collect for free. At the center’s December market, which took place Dec. 10, volunteers handed out pizza and drinks, as well as reusable bags to...

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, bundled up to watch performances, join in the holiday cheer and light up the city. Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, surrounded by young kids...

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 bakery opened its doors in September 2023. It offers a variety of baked goods from croissants — its most popular item — to bread.   Natalie...

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 street outside. It offered free merchandise, music and holiday-themed chocolate peppermint cookies to welcome new customers.  Levain...

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 the Imperial Japanese Navy’s surprise military attack on Pearl Harbor in Oahu, Hawai 83 years ago. In total, over 2,400...