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Scones, jam, clotted cream, and teapot reading "Silver Dove Afternoon Tea"

Food

Spot of tea, anyone? Here’s our guide to local tea room experiences, from the Boston Public Library in Back Bay to Jolie in Salem.

July 7, 2023

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Sara Frazier

Screenshot of map showing Boston area and suitability for solar energy

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

Rolling waves on the Nahant Beach shore.

Culture

Answered: What’s the best local beach?

We’re ready to enjoy the sun and the surf at the best local beaches in the Bay State. Here are your tips and tricks for the best local beaches.

July 6, 2023

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Jessica Burton

City

West Roxbury Centre Street’s road diet

The City of Boston’s Complete Streets program will focus on improving pedestrian and bicyclist safety with a new road diet design.

July 6, 2023

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Jessica Burton

Events

How to celebrate Eastie Week this July

The annual community celebration returns to East Boston from July 9-26. Here are just a few of the events to attend during Eastie Week 2023.

July 5, 2023

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Sara Frazier

Multiple kayaks on the Charles River with Boston in background

Travel and Outdoors

How to explore the Charles River in Boston

We’re giving you a lay of the land (er, water) when it comes to the Charles River. Plus, we’re sharing two local companies that provide kayak and paddleboard rentals.

July 4, 2023

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Sara Frazier

Food

Sip on these Drink Up Boston specials

This month-long celebration of our city’s beverage industry will feature drink specials, challenges, and a friendly competition with local bartenders.

June 30, 2023

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A group of people at the pool at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

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Side by side images of Night Shift Brewings beers and one Lamplighter brewing beer with BOStoday sticker

Food

Drink Up Month: BOStoday Brewery Passport

This July, take on our challenge to visit these five local breweries — you’ll be entered to win a gift basket with brewery merch, glassware, stickers, and more.

June 29, 2023

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Two fireworks over the Charles River on Fourth of July in Boston

Events

5 upcoming fireworks shows around Massachusetts

🎆 From Everett to Provincetown, here are a few of the fireworks shows around the Bay State leading up to the Fourth of July.

June 29, 2023

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Sara Frazier