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Sophie Wang sitting in violin section of Boston Symphony Orchestra.
Culture
Fall concerts that will surprise and delight
Enjoy this season’s stellar lineup, including a lyrical spin on Dvorak’s Violin Concerto to the premiere of a new piece by Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Tania León.
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Travel and Outdoors
The beginner’s guide to composting in Boston
We’re answering questions like “What is composting?” and “How do I compost in an apartment?”
February 17, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
A sunset over the Boston harbor.
Culture
6 random acts of kindness to brighten up Boston’s community
Put a smile on your neighbor’s face with these random acts of kindness.
February 15, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
Counter at Ripple Cafe in Dorchester
Food
Order up: The Black Restaurant Challenge is underway
The fifth annual program encourages Bostonians to support local Black-owned eateries.
February 15, 2023
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Sara Frazier
The Old State House in downtown Boston.
Culture
A wicked awesome lesson on the Boston accent
Here’s what you need to know about the Boston accent.
February 14, 2023
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Jessica Burton
Interior of VESTER cafe in The Foundry
Food
Local coffee shops to work from
Here are our top picks for remote working and coffee sipping. ☕
February 13, 2023
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Sara Frazier
Boston Public Garden footbridge on winter day
Culture
“Love in the Parks” at the Boston Public Garden
What better time to celebrate love in our city? ♥️
February 13, 2023
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Sara Frazier
An actor dressed as Johnny Cash wearing a dark jacket holds a guitar and sings into a microphone.
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Feel like you were born in the wrong generation? Then this show is for you.
Take a trip back to the 1950s for an iconic night of music.
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Culture
Boston’s building name trivia
Take a guess on the names of these three Boston buildings.
February 10, 2023
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Jessica Burton
Icy Charles River and Boston city skyline under a bridge
City
Bostonian 101: Our guide to becoming a Boston resident
Becoming a new resident is easy with our guide to all things Boston, MA.
February 9, 2023
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Sara Frazier
Bright sunset in between buildings in Boston's Back Bay
Culture
Local photographers set out to capture “Bostonhenge”
Here’s what to know about these sunset snaps. 📸
February 9, 2023
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Sara Frazier
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September 25, 2023
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All aboard: $108 million grant coming for key rail infrastructure
The Bay State will receive a federal grant to make key improvements to increase speed and frequency.
September 22, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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Food
🦞 Food wars: Favorite lobster rolls in Boston
We’re serving up the history of this iconic New England dish, breaking down the differences between styles, and asking you to weigh in.
September 22, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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City
Governor Healey signs two environmental executive orders
The new orders ban government agencies from purchasing single-use plastic bottles, and set biodiversity conservation goals for the coming decades.
September 21, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
Union Square sign with marshmallow and bread
Culture
What the Fluff? Festival spreads the love in Somerville
Celebrate the city’s most prized invention: marshmallow fluff.
September 21, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
The pumpkin decor at Wilson Farms.
Culture
🎃 12 experiences to add to your Boston fall bucket list
Create your own fall bucket list using this round up of 12 fall-tastic events and expereinces.
September 20, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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Culture
Turn the volume up on “Hip-Hop: Seen/Unseen”
This mini-art exhibition sharing the untold story of Boston’s hip-hop culture can be seen on the Rose Kennedy Greenway through Wednesday, Nov. 15.
September 20, 2023
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Jessica Burton
Paramount sign in downtown Boston.
Culture
Quiet on set: Boston Film Festival is back
Learn which flicks at the Boston Film Festival are coming to a screen near you — and which ones are available to stream from home.
September 19, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
Pumpkins outside of the Ropes Mansion in Salem, Massachusetts
Culture
Your guide to 48 hours in the Witch City
‘Tis the season for a witchy escape to Salem, Massachusetts. Here’s your guide with recommendations on what to see, where to eat, and places to stay.
September 18, 2023
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Jessica Burton