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Jessica Burton

Senior City Editor

Jess is based in Boston, MA and when she isn’t creating content, you’ll find her at one of the local breweries, walking her dogs on the Esplanade, or attending a concert. After graduating from the University of Florida, she moved to Columbia, SC where she worked at various nonprofit organizations + was a City Editor for COLAtoday before relocating to launch BOStoday in 2021.

A rendering of the upgraded Boston Public Library Faneuil Branch
City
Boston Public Library Faneuil Branch $14 million glow up
The Faneuil Branch of the Boston Public Library will reopen to the public on Thursday, Jan. 25 in Oak Square.
January 16, 2024
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Jessica Burton
A pop-up sauna on wheels pulled up to the Rowes Wharf Plaza
Culture
Warm up at these pop-up saunas in Boston
Consider this your sign to book a sauna session or cold plunge in the city.
January 16, 2024
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Jessica Burton
Bronze sculpture on Boston Common
Events
Things to do on MLK Day in Boston
Celebrate and honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
January 12, 2024
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Jessica Burton
Three drinks in the Seaport Mocktail Crawl.
Food
Sip for a cause in the Seaport
The Seaport neighborhood has created a cocktail + mocktail crawl to support Boston-based nonprofit 826.
January 12, 2024
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Jessica Burton
The lobby of the Boston Children's Musuem
City
Is Boston the best place to raise a family?
With multiple programs and initiatives, the City of Boston sounds like a great place to grow up. What do you think?
January 10, 2024
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Jessica Burton
A table with three dishes from Makaroni Pastaria at High Street Place.
Food
Fuel up on pasta at High Street Place
Delicious Italian eats like Bolognese Linguine, Sausage Orecchiette and Spicy Seafood Tagliatelle await at the new addition Makaroni Pastaria.
January 10, 2024
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Jessica Burton
Start your summer reading with a trip to Brattle Book Shop. | Photo by @despenawrites
Culture
📚 Meet the newest pop-up bookshop
The new women and disability-owned pop-up Read My Lips Boston has planned three events to shop with fellow book lovers.
January 8, 2024
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Jessica Burton
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Culture
Line Up food hall opening in downtown Boston
The new food hall will be serving up delicious eats from Michelin-starred chef John Fraser.
January 8, 2024
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Jessica Burton
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City
❄️ Winter weather updates in Boston
As the city prepares for the potential of the first snowfall of the season, here are a few things to keep mind.
January 4, 2024
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Jessica Burton
Sample a "Nongroni" this Dry January | @madreosteria_milton
Food
Local mocktails + non-alcoholic drinks in Boston
🍹 Whether you’re sober curious or just prefer a spirit-free sip, here’s a round up of 28 local restaurants and bar shaking up mocktails to try.
January 4, 2024
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Jessica Burton
A display with a yellow robot dog spot
City
Artificial Intelligence trends for 2024
There is a lot of buzz about AI these days — here are a few updates about how our community is working to develop the future of AI.
January 2, 2024
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Jessica Burton
"Seaport" sign in front of buildings
Live
The Zodiac signs as Boston neighborhoods
💫 Find out which local neighborhood you belong in, according to the stars.
January 1, 2024
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Jessica Burton
A crowd in winter clothes gathers in front of a stage with a sign that reads "First Night Boston"
Events
🎆 Party like it’s 2024
From a Willy Wonka celebration to a Decades Dance Battle, there is a New Year’s Eve celebration for everyone to help ring in 2024.
December 21, 2023
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Jessica Burton
New art sculpture at Downtown Crossing
Culture
New sculptures coming to Downtown Boston
A whale of a new sculpture stroll is coming to Downtown Crossing through March.
December 19, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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How to entertain visitors in Boston
If you are expecting visitors soon, prep your planners and show them a good time with these things to do around our city.
December 19, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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Food
Tampa Bay spots featured on “Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives”
The self proclaimed “Mayor of Flavortown” has brought the Triple-D production to the Tampa Bay area on many occasions and we’re hungry for the details.
December 18, 2023
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Bailey Lefever
The Curling Rink at the Liberty Hotel
Culture
Where to go curling in Boston
Get outside and give curling a go this season.
December 15, 2023
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Jessica Burton
A Chipotle Pastrami Sandwich from Sam Lagrassas.
Culture
“Diners, Drive Ins, and Dives” locations in Boston
The self proclaimed “Mayor of Flavortown” has brought the Triple-D production to Boston on many occasions and we’re hungry for the details.
December 15, 2023
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Jessica Burton
A view of Back Bay and the Boston Public Library at sunset.
City
What Bostonians googled this year
2023’s “Google Year in Search” is out — check out what Bostonians were searching most this year (it might surprise you).
December 13, 2023
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Brianna Williams
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Food
Hot chocolate sips in Boston
December 13, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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Culture
Answered: A BOStoday Hallmark movie
We asked, you answered and your responses have helped us craft the perfect Hallmark movie based in Boston.
December 11, 2023
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Jessica Burton
A foggy day driving over the bridge to Cambridge.
City
Inclusive signage coming soon to Cambridge
The city will add over 70 new signs featuring the Native Massachusett language in the spring in East Cambridge.
December 7, 2023
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Jessica Burton
Three brown eggs
City
Eggs-plaining Article 89 in the City of Boston
We’re cracking open the details on a part of the urban agriculture rules for our city.
December 5, 2023
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Jessica Burton
Menorah lighting at the Seaport
Culture
Menorah lighting ceremonies in Boston
Light up Boston at one of these festival of lights ceremonies.
December 5, 2023
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Jessica Burton
The sun shining through fall foliage at Christopher Columbus Park
Culture
ICYMI: November Crossword Puzzle
December 3, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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Food
New brewery opening in Jamaica Plain
This LGBTQ+ and woman-owned brewery is expected to open in December in Jamaica Plain.
December 1, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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Culture
ICYMI: November Crossword Puzzle
November was a jam packed month with news, and it’s okay if you’re already forgetting some things. We’ll help you fill in the blanks, crossword puzzle style.
November 30, 2023
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Haley Bartlett
Aerial view of snowy Boston with Bunker Hill Monument in the forefront
City
❄️ Boston’s Winter Preparations
It’s only a matter of time before winter arrives in Boston and city officials have plans and resources in place for the season.
November 29, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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Culture
Prepare to par-tea: The 250th Anniversary of the Boston Tea Party
We’re spilling the tea on local events to commemorate the iconic protest that launched the American Revolution.
November 29, 2023
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Jessica Burton
The skyline reflection on the Charles River at sunrise.
City
Here’s what AI has to say about Boston
Curious what AI has to say about Boston? Here are a few questions and answers about our city with an online artificial intelligence program.
November 27, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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