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Decode the code: Electric vehicle charging on residential properties
Thinking about getting an electric vehicle? Get the 411 on installing a charging port at your home.
June 04, 2024 01:38 PM
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Real Estate
Homes near the water for sale in Boston
We know the real estate market is hot right now, so cool off with these three properties near the water in Boston.
August 16, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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Home Services
Massachusetts’ solar energy potential
The State Department of Energy and Environmental Affairs released a report on how solar energy could be harnessed across the Bay State.
July 7, 2023
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Sara Frazier
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Business
8 bike shops around Boston
🚲 May is Bike Month, and we’re sharing six local businesses where you can buy a new bike (or repair the one you have).
May 12, 2023
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Sara Frazier
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Government
Breaking down Mayor Wu’s budget proposal
💸 Here’s an overview of how $4.28 billion could be spent in the 2024 fiscal year.
April 12, 2023
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Sara Frazier
Zakim bridge in view over the water in Boston
City
6 food justice resources in Boston
Here are a handful of local programs helping Bostonians find fresh, healthy food.
March 13, 2023
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Sara Frazier
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Airports and Transportation
Are you faster than the MBTA?
According to recent data, it’s very possible.
February 23, 2023
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Sara Frazier
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Finance
Filing your taxes in Boston, MA
Get started on filing your 2023 tax return.
February 20, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Travel and Outdoors
Bluebikes annual Winter Challenge returns
Calling all local cyclists: do you accept the challenge? 🚲
February 17, 2023
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Sara Frazier
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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
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Food
Foundation Kitchen coming soon to Charlestown
Get to know the businesses at the food hall and shared kitchens.
January 30, 2023
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15 free, outdoor summer series
Explore Boston while having fun at these 15 summer series including concerts, movies, workout classes, and family fun.
July 2, 2024
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Take a bite out of these seven unique dogs around the Greater Boston area ahead of the Fourth of July.
July 1, 2024
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ICYMI: June Crossword Puzzle
Think back on all the exciting things that happened in June. Now, take a shot at this crossword puzzle.
June 30, 2024
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Events
Your guide to Harborfest in Boston
Break out the red, white, and blue and prepare to party in the USA Boston-style during the city’s Independence Day celebrations.
June 28, 2024
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Events
Groove to the Boston Art & Music Soul Festival
The festival will take place Saturday, June 29-Sunday, June 30.
June 27, 2024
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Brianna Williams
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Culture
10 Boston-focused social media accounts to follow
We asked you to help us spice up our social media feeds — now we’re returning the favor by sharing some unique picks.
June 27, 2024
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Culture
New pop-up roller rink in Cambridge
The new pop-up outdoor social space and roller skating rink Rollerama at Kendall Common is now open.
June 26, 2024
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Jessica Burton
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Events
10 groovy years of celebrating Donna Summer at this local disco party
Our city’s disco party tradition returns this Thursday, June 27. Grab your roller skates and head to City Hall Plaza’s Donna Summer Disco Party.
June 26, 2024
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Culture
5 places to find popovers in Boston
The airy pastry has roots going back to the 1800s, and they remain a fan favorite at many bakeries in the New England area.
June 25, 2024
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