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All you need to know about Logan Airport
Delta airplane departing from Boston Logan Airport
Delta Airlines is located at Terminal A. | Photo by @kbosairspot
Traveling via plane can be fun — jet-setting over beautiful blue waters or rolling hills, taking in cloud formations, and landing in a completely different location in a matter of hours is unlike anything else.

The whole navigating the airport part? Less exciting, and sometimes pretty stressful. To help make your time at Boston Logan International Airport as smooth as possible, we’ve created a guide that covers everything from terminal upgrades and parking to nonstop international flights.

What to know

  • TSA | According to Logan Airport’s website, Massport and TSA aim to keep the security line wait time under 15 minutes. We’d say that’s fairly accurate, unless you’re flying during busy hours.
  • Map it out | If you’re like us and need to completely visualize a place before you step foot inside, this interactive map will be your saving grace.
  • Food and drink | Poke around the new offerings in the newly-expanded Terminal E, including Boston Harbor Distillery and Sal’s Pizza.
  • Reminder | Beginning May 7, 2025, you will need a REAL ID to board commercial flights in the US.
  • Flight status | While we recommend staying updated via your respective airline, you can also check the FlyLogan App for your flight status in a pinch.
A shopping section of a Logan Airport hallway with a sign at the entrance that says "Boston Duty Free."

The renewed Terminal E at Logan Airport offers duty-free shopping for liquors, perfumes, and beauty items.

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Photo by Mike Mejia for the Mayor’s Office

Current airport updates

Last year, $62 million in federal funding was allocated to Logan Airport in order to modernize Terminal E and fix the roadways at our local airport. The renewed terminal opened in the fall, adding 300,000+ sqft, four gates, a sensory room, and new shopping and dining options to the airport.

Don’t forget to check out the Logan 100 “visual time capsule” in Terminal E, which celebrates the international airport’s century of serving Boston.
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Events
Friday, Jan. 12
Saturday, Jan. 13
  • Northeast of the Border at Harpoon | Saturday, Jan. 13 | 2 p.m. | Harpoon Brewery, 306 Northern Ave., Boston | Price of purchase | The food truck pulls up with tacos, burritos, and bowls brimming with chicken tinga, carne asada, and barbacoa.
  • Andrew Schulz: The Life Tour | Saturday, Jan. 13 | 10 p.m. | MGM Music Hall at Fenway, 2 Lansdowne St., Boston | $66-$97 | Watch the Netflix special “Schulz Saves America” before heading to the Boston date of “The Life Tour.”
Sunday, Jan. 14
  • Jeff Jam | Sunday, Jan. 14 | 11-11:30 a.m. | Boston Public Market, 100 Hanover St., Boston | Free | Bring the kids to sing along with the local children’s artist in the Nook.
  • History of Boston Chinatown | Sunday, Jan. 14 | 1 p.m. | Panethnic Pourovers, 186 W Squantum St., Quincy | Free | Explore the rich tapestry of Boston’s Chinatown at this 45-minute class and discussion.
  • Pirates of the Fenway Skating Show | Sunday, Jan. 14 | 7 p.m. | The Rink at 401 Park, 401 Park Dr., Boston | Free | This show with Olympian Nancy Kerrigan was rescheduled for better weather conditions.
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News Notes
Edu
  • The state has introduced the Massachusetts Application for State Financial Aid, a form for students who cannot use FAFSA to request financial aid due to their immigration status. Undocumented students can now complete the new form to request need-based financial aid for college. (Boston.com)
Outdoors
  • Titus Sparrow Park in the South End is now under construction to implement improvements like new lighting and improved landscaping. The $1.7+ million project will also resurface the tennis and basketball courts and add new play equipment to the park.
Opening
  • Revival Cafe + Kitchen has plans to open a Watertown location in March. The proposed location at 99 Coolidge Ave. will join Revival’s current locations in Boston, Cambridge, and Somerville. Expect a variety of quick breakfast options and sandwiches. (Boston Restaurant Talk)
Health
  • The Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program has reported a significant decrease in HIV cases among unhoused patients living at Mass and Cass. Following an outbreak in 2021, cases in the community dropped from 20 to 5 last year. (Boston.com)
Sports
  • Jayson Tatum will be featured in a forthcoming Netflix series. The Celtics player will be one of five NBA standouts showcased in a developing docuseries akin to Netflix’s “Quarterback” program. (NBC 10)
Number
  • 1,480. That’s how many new employees the MBTA hired in 2023, expanding its workforce by over 10%. The influx of new hires brings the number of MBTA workers to 7,000+. (7 News)
Finance
  • 2024’s “it card” is here. Not only does it offer a $200 bonus, but also unlimited 1.5% cash back and 0% intro APR until 2025. (Oh, and did we mention the annual fee? No — because there isn’t one.) Learn more + apply.*
Health
  • Anxiety can make every day a challenge. Connect with a therapist on BetterHelp + take the first step towards a calmer mind. Save 25% with BetterHelp’s New Year offer.*
Sports

🏆 The end of an era

Bill Belichick parts ways with the Patriots
Bill Belichick speaks into his headset on a football field in front of many Patriots players.
Bill Belichick shared it was time to “move on” on what the Patriots’ CEO stated was a “very emotional day.” | Photo by Keith Allison via Wikimedia Commons
After 24 years, nine Super Bowls, and six Lombardi trophies, Bill Belichick’s time with the New England Patriots has come to an end.

“I will always be a Patriot, but at this time, I’m moving on,” Belichick shared during a press conference, expressing his appreciation for the Patriots’ steadfast fans and the 1,000+ players he’s coached during the 24-year run.

Some of Belichick’s accomplishments with the Pats include 333 career victories, nine AFC Championship victories, and six Super Bowl wins.

“Coach Belichick will forever be celebrated as a legendary sports icon here in New England,” added Patriots CEO Robert Kraft, going on to call him the “greatest coach of all time.”

Jerod Mayo — once a Patriots linebacker for eight seasons — will now serve as the team’s head coach. Mayo has also worked with the team as assistant coach since 2019, mainly coaching linebackers.
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From the editor
Which Stephen King novel spawned the inflatable clown heads floating around downtown this week? Meet Nagg and Nell, two pieces of art currently befuddling the city as part of the “Winteractive” initiative by the Downtown Boston Business Improvement District. Passersby first spotted disembodied heads sandwiched in an alley near Suffolk University’s Modern Theatre.

I’ll stick to admiring the city’s 11,000-pound whale sculpture for now, thanks.
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