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Free Arts and Crafts and STEM Workshops arrive in Boston ParksBeacon Hill East Boston North End BostonLeft Fair RightThe Boston Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce the return of free Arts & Crafts Workshops and the introduction of STEM & Youth Preparedness Workshops for children through the ParkARTS program. Kids ages three to ten can enjoy...
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Special to the Regional Review Mayor Michelle Wu announced the 2026 Open Streets Series, a car-free event series that transforms roadways into vibrant, pedestrian-only public spaces during the summer and fall. Now in its fifth year, Open Streets Boston will...
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BPL Fund launches 2026 Summer Readathon to reignite a love of readingJamaica Plain North EndLeft Fair Right
As new national research points to a dramatic decline in reading for pleasure across the United States, the Boston Public Library Fund is launching its 2026 Summer Readathon to help readers of all ages reconnect with books, storytelling, and the...
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The city’s Open Newbury program will return Sunday, July 10, for another season, again transforming an eight-block stretch from Berkeley Street to Massachusetts Avenue into a vehicle-free pedestrian walkway replete with food, shopping, and outdoor dining. ?Additional Open Newbury dates...
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Here is a handy list of the North End Italian Feasts and Processions for Summer 2026. June 7 Santa Maria Di Anzano Procession Mass held on June 7, 10:30 am at St. Leonard’s Church, 320 Hanover St. North End Boston...
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Special to the Regional Review Mayor Michelle Wu joined the Boston Common Golf and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department to celebrate the launch of Boston Family Golf Nights, a new pilot program that makes it easier and more affordable...
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Annual Feast of the Madonna Della Cava Returns to the North End August 7-9Beacon Hill North EndLeft Fair Right
The Annual Feast of the Madonna Della Cava will be held on Hanover Street (between Charter St. & Commercial St.) on August 7-9. Friday: 8 – 10:30 p.m. Saturday: 2 – 4 p.m. and 8 – 10:30 p.m. Sunday: 2...
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Who is responsible for the landscaping To the Editor: I was very pleased when the North Washington Street (now Bill Russell) Bridge reopened after much anticipation, many delays and years of inconvenience. One of the special aspects of the new...
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BizUnlocked Boston Business Access Program celebrates 14 graduatesBeacon Hill Charlestown East Boston North End BostonLeft Fair RightOn Saturday, June 28, the Office of Small Business celebrated the 14 graduates of the BizUnlocked Boston Business Access Program. This is the inaugural year of BizUnlocked Boston, which is executed by Tessi Consulting. BizUnlocked Boston is a business access...
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Wu, USACE announce draft plan to protect Boston against sea-level rise, extreme weatherBeacon Hill Charlestown North End BostonLeft Fair RightMayor Michelle Wu announced the release of the US Army Corps of Engineers’ (USACE) draft Boston Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study, a once-in-a-generation study to protect Boston against coastal flooding and sea level rise. This study, projected to be...
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North End Historical Museum officially opens to the publicBeacon Hill North End BostonLeft Fair Right
The North End Historical Museum officially opened to the public on Tuesday, July 21, at 3 Prince St. Hours are Tuesday to Sunday: 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. The interactive museum, which was conceived and created by the nonprofit North...
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Italian Home for Children’s Emerging Leaders to host inaugural Summer Night’s Trivia in South BostonCharlestown North EndLeft Fair Right
Italian Home for Children’s Emerging Leaders Board will host its first-ever Summer Night’s Trivia on Thursday, August 13, 2026, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Publico Street Bistro & Garden, 11 Dorchester Street in South Boston. The lively, after-work gathering...
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NEW Health board members honored by Mass. League of Community Health CentersCharlestown North EndLeft Fair Right
The Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers recently hosted its Annual Awards Gala with the theme, “The Courage to Care.” Among those awarded were two long-time NEW Health board members and North End residents. The Joseph M. Smith Board Member...
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By Phil Orlandella Major lighting and pathway improvements have been completed on Parcels 19, 20 and 21 on the Rose Kennedy Greenway, marking a new chapter for the many visitors of the public park that runs from the North End...
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Newly Established Fund Helps Deliver Free Equine-assisted Therapy to VeteransBeacon Hill Charlestown North End BostonLeft Fair Right
By Dan Murphy A longtime local business owner, Chris Pedersen, and his wife, Lynn, have established the Lt. Col. Rhea R. McCarthy Veterans Fund at Strongwater Farm, which helps underwrite the cost of providing free equine-assisted therapy for veterans and...
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By Phil Orlandella FOCCP makes Columbus Park a community place to be For 25 years, a group of residents calling themselves “Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) committed to taking care of the park. The all-volunteer nonprofit group, right from the...
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By Phil Orlandella A new large scaled mural Midnight Ride has been installed in Dewey Square alongside of the many murals placed in the area in the past. In recognition of the special event the Greenway Conservancy held a free...
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Wu Announces Launch of Summer Meal Sites Across the City Providing Healthy Meals at No Cost to YouthCharlestown North EndLeft Fair Right
Special to the Regional Review Mayor Michelle Wu announced that all children and teens can receive free nutritious breakfast and lunch this summer through the Boston Summer Eats program. Meals are currently available to all youth 18 and under at...
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No, we are not Scottish. But we are big fans of the hit TV show Outlander, and “bairn,” the Scottish word for a newborn or a young child, has permanently entered our vocabulary. Two weeks ago our family welcomed a...
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The West End Museum, located at 50 Staniford St., Suite 7 (on Lomasney Way), presents ‘Boston and the Declaration of Independence: 1776 Musical & Lecture’ on July 10 at 6 p.m., Want to celebrate our nation’s 250th without the crazy...
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Sail Boston 2026 launches interactive fleet tracker to follow ships in real timeBeacon Hill Charlestown Jamaica Plain North End BostonLeft Fair Right
Sail Boston 2026 is proud to announce the launch of its official interactive Fleet Tracker, powered by Aqua Map technology. Designed to enhance the viewing experience for maritime enthusiasts, locals, and visitors, this new tool provides an unparalleled and close-up look at this summer’s historic maritime celebration...
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The gay rights movement began 57 years ago this weekCharlestown East Boston Jamaica Plain North End BostonLeft Fair Right
Although Gay Pride Month is observed for the entire month of June, we wish to make note of the specific date and events during the nighttime hours on June 27-28, 1969, when a series of riots and demonstrations against a...
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$800,000 Cummings Grant to Fuel Project Bread’s Fight Against Hunger StatewideBeacon Hill East Boston Jamaica Plain North End BostonLeft Fair Right
Special to the Regional Review As hunger reaches new heights across Massachusetts, Project Bread has secured a major investment to connect households with food. The leading statewide food security organization has been selected as one of 150 nonprofits to receive...
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Special to the Regional Review At the heart of NEW Health is something truly special: our staff. Our physicians, nurses, counselors, and support teams show up every day with skill, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to the people they serve...
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Massachusetts House passes landmark data privacy legislation with strong consumer protectionsMission Hill North EndLeft Fair Right
The Massachusetts House of Representatives has passed comprehensive legislation establishing essential consumer data privacy rights for residents of the Commonwealth. The Massachusetts Consumer Data Privacy Act provides consumers with greater control over their own data. The bill increases accountability for...
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The Associates of the Boston Public Library presented an evening of music, poetry, and reflection marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of IndependenceBeacon Hill Charlestown North End BostonLeft Fair Right
The Associates of the Boston Public Library (Associates) presented We Hold These Truths on Thursday, June 25 at the Central Library’s Rabb Hall, marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with an evening of music, poetry, and reflection...
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Special to the Regional Review The Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy today announced that the Rose Kennedy Greenway in Boston has been awarded a Level I Accreditation by The ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program and The Morton Arboretum, for achieving particular standards...
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Special to the Times Mayor Michelle Wu and the Mayor’s Office of Housing today released the results of Boston’s 2026 Point-in-Time Homelessness Count, showing continued progress in reducing homelessness citywide. The annual census found a 19 percent decrease in overall...
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The World Cup has been a wonderful event, enjoyed by soccer fans and non-fans alike. The games have been incredibly exciting, especially in the first knockout round, where underdog teams have pushed the giants of the sport to the limit...
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Boston Beaches rank as some of the cleanest urban beaches in the countryMission Hill North EndLeft Fair RightFor the first time in its testing history, Save the Harbor/Save the Bay has reported that every metropolitan beach from Nahant to Nantasket scored above 80% in its annual Water Quality Report Card. This is a historic achievement that reflects...
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MBTA announces train ticket availability for July 9 World Cup matchBeacon Hill Charlestown North EndLeft Fair Right
Special to the Patriot-Bridge The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) announced that tickets are on sale for roundtrip Boston Stadium Train tickets between South Station and Boston Stadium (Gillette Stadium) for the July 9 match. Tickets will be $80, sold...
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The North End Athletic Association’s Midnight Riders lacrosse program enjoyed a successful and memorable day at the Battle of Boston Tournament on Saturday, June 6, held in South Boston. The tournament brought together 98 teams from across Massachusetts and the...
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The recent decision by those in charge at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to allow for the sale of fruit-flavored vapes in the United States represents a huge step backwards after a longstanding ban of these fruit-flavored, nicotine-based products...
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Special to the Regional Review The Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy, the nonprofit responsible for the maintenance and activation of The Greenway, welcomes internationally recognized topiary artist Michael P. Gibson, of Gibson Works, to Boston this summer for a dynamic horticultural...
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Wu Signs City order to Expand Property Tax Relief for Older HomeownersBeacon Hill Charlestown East Boston Jamaica Plain Mission Hill North End BostonLeft Fair Right
Special to the Times Mayor Michelle Wu joined City Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune, Mass Senior Action, local elected officials, and residents to sign a city order that lets Boston adjust the senior property tax break each year to keep up with...
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Amidst the Affordability Crisis, ABCD’s Free Tax Preparation Program Yields over $7 million in Tax Refunds for Greater Boston ResidentsBeacon Hill Charlestown North EndLeft Fair Right
Special to the Patriot-Bridge For the third consecutive year, ABCD’s Free Tax Preparation Program secured more than $7 million in state and federal tax returns for residents of Greater Boston and the Mystic Valley during the 2026 tax season. Results...
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MBTA celebrates special summer events with collectible CharlieCardsJamaica Plain Mission Hill North EndLeft Fair RightThe MBTA has announced the availability of special edition collectible CharlieCards featuring iconic Boston landmarks to celebrate an exciting summer of events taking place in Boston and the surrounding Commonwealth this year. “The MBTA is excited to welcome thousands of...
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By Eowyn Michaels On the third Thursday of each month, Makers Gallery Boston, located in the South End, holds one of the few Kumiko Panel workshops in the area. Kumiko is a centuries-old Japanese woodworking technique that requires no nails...
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By Adam Swift The statistics show it has been a bad year for potholes in Boston so far, thanks to heavier than average snow and freeze and thaw cycles this winter. But the city’s Public Works Department is addressing the...
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Where is Teddy Roosevelt When We Need Him?Beacon Hill Charlestown East Boston Jamaica Plain North End BostonLeft Fair Right
The constant cacophony of bumbling babbling from our leaders in Washington these days with regard to the ongoing conflict with Iran brings to mind the wisdom of former President Theodore Roosevelt. On September 1, 1901 — just two weeks before...
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Healey-Driscoll Administration Opens DCR Pools for the SummerBeacon Hill East Boston North EndLeft Fair Right
Special to the Regional Review The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) announced the opening of its 24 swimming pools for the summer season, helping provide residents, visitors and families with safe places to swim and cool off during...
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City Seeks McMackin Field Memories for Commemorative Video The City of Revere is working on a special video project to commemorate the history of McMackin Field and celebrate the upcoming grand opening of the newly revitalized facility. Mayor Patrick M...
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‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’ will Light Up North Shore Music TheatreNorth EndLeft Fair Right
Special to the Regional Review This summer, Bill Hanney’s award-winning North Shore Music Theatre (NSMT) will mount a new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s celebrated musical, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. The production is scheduled to...
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The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) announced the launch of the new F10 “Harbor Loop” ferry route, beginning Monday, June 29, 2026. The new route will provide year-round weekday service connecting Lovejoy Wharf (North Station), Central Wharf (Aquarium), Seaport, and...
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North Shore Music Theatre Kicks off the 2026 Musical Season with ‘On Your Feet!’ June 3North EndLeft Fair Right
Special to the Regional Review This June, Bill Hanney’s award-winning North Shore Music Theatre (NSMT) will bring the heat to the stage as they kick off the 2026 Musical Season with On Your Feet! the incredible true story of Emilio...
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NEW Health is now accepting applications for The Elaine Wilson Scholarship for Community Health Outreach & Public Service. Established in 2023, the Elaine Wilson Scholarship for Community Health Outreach and Public Service was named in honor of NEW Health’s founder...
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Tick Bites Surge to a 10-year High as Sawyer Offers Expert Guidance for Peak SeasonNorth EndLeft Fair Right
Special to the Regional Review Tick bites are sending Americans to emergency rooms at rates not seen in a decade, according to a CDC statement released in April 2026. With Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and alpha-gal syndrome all...
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By Gianfranco Iaia Over 50 people at the Inter Club Boston, located in the North End, celebrated Italy beating Parma 2-0 crowning them champions of Italy for the 21st time in their history. After a disappointing end to last years...
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with equal protection and due process initiatives filed by Senator Edwards Special to the Regional Review Senator Lydia Edwards joined her colleagues in the Massachusetts Senate to pass An Act Promoting Rule of Law, Oversight, Trust, and Equal Constitutional Treatment...
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Encourages Visitors to Make Water Safety a Priority This SummerNorth EndLeft Fair Right
USACE manages more than 400 lake and river projects nationwide and welcomes millions of visitors each year. While those visits create opportunities for recreation and family memories, preventable tragedies still occur on public waters annually, many involving people not wearing...
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Coletta Zapata’s Proposal to Raise Boston Police Academy Age Limit AdvancesNorth EndLeft Fair Right
Special to the Regional Review Recently, the Massachusetts House of Representatives passed H. 4093, legislation that would raise the maximum age requirement for entrance to the Boston Police Academy from 40 to 45. The proposal originated as a Home Rule...
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A bill proposed by Gov. Maura Healey, known as the Ride Safe Act, that would require an annual registration, liability insurance, and an official Massachusetts license plate for electric “bicycles” that are capable of exceeding 30 m.p.h. is long overdue...
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Special to the Regional Review Boston City Councilor Gabriela Coletta Zapata (District 1) introduced an ordinance to strengthen tenant protections during rental inspection code violations amid the ongoing housing crisis, including increasing penalties for landlords found in violation. Currently, Boston...
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Mayor Michelle Wu today joined City leaders and public safety officials at the Boston Summer Events Command Center (BSECC) to provide an update on the extensive planning and coordination efforts underway to prepare for a summer that will bring millions...
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By Phil Orlandella Three years ago, the North End Athletic Association (NEAA) decided to start the organization’s first lacrosse program and it quickly became a huge success in the neighborhood growing into a very popular activity for local residents. This...
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Special to Regional Review The USS Constitution Museum announces the opening of Exploring Old Ironsides, a new photography exhibition featuring the work of longtime Museum photographer Greg M. Cooper. Presented with generous support from Yawkey Foundation, the exhibition invites the...
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Special to the Regional Review Mayor Michelle Wu announced the appointment of Diana Fernandez Bibeau as the new Commissioner of Parks and Recreation and Deputy Chief of Open Space. Fernandez Bibeau will begin serving in her new role on June...
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By Phil OrlandellaDespite stormy skies, hundreds of players and spectators turned out for the 9th annual North EndCornhole Tournament held on the Greenway. The event founded by State Rep. Aaron Michlewitz raisesfunds for the North End Music and Performing Arts...
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By John Romano Registration for NEAA 2026 Fall Soccer is now underway. Our program will begin on Saturday, September 12th and run through Saturday November 7th. There will be no games on Sat. October 10th as part of Columbus...
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Special to the Regional Review The Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy is delighted to welcome Boston-born artist Rixy, who will begin work this week on the 2026 Dewey Square Mural—one of the city’s most vibrant and visible canvases for public art...
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Special to the Regional Review Mayor Michelle Wu and MassDOT Interim Secretary and MBTA General Manager Phil Eng today announced that the City of Boston has extended its successful fare-free transit program through the end of 2026. During the pilot,...
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Special to the Regional Review BoatUS Foundation encourage boaters to be responsible and prioritize safety ahead of the start of boating season. The BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water, a national leader that promotes safe, clean and responsible...
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Special to the Regional Review Suffolk University and Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC) have announced a Joint Admission and Transfer Partnership Program that will benefit students wishing to complete four-year university degrees. The Suffolk-BHCC partnership builds upon the longstanding commitment...
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Special to the Times Boston Harborfest proudly announced that Citizens will serve as the new Presenting Sponsor of Boston Harborfest, one of the country’s largest and most cherished Independence Day festivals. The partnership brings together two organizations deeply rooted in...
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Wu, Brighton Marine announce $1 million partnership to support Boston veteransMission Hill North EndLeft Fair Right
Mayor Michelle Wu and Rosye Cloud, CEO of Brighton Marine, have announced a new $1 million public-private partnership to support Boston veterans and other communities. As part of this initiative, the City will launch a veterans grant program to provide...
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Special to the Regional Review Mayor Michelle Wu announced the appointment of Marcela Dwork as Press Secretary. Dwork will begin serving in her role on May 4, 2026, and will lead the Mayor’s Press Office. “I’m thrilled to welcome Marcela...
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Massachusetts Opioid-related overdose deaths fall under 1,000 for the first time in over a decadeNorth EndLeft Fair Right
For the first time in over a decade, total annual opioid-related overdose deaths in Massachusetts fell below 1,000, according to Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) preliminary 2025 data recently released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)...
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Special to the Regional Review The MBTA announced service changes in June on the Green, Blue, Framingham/Worcester, and Lowell lines. There are also some Commuter Rail service changes related to World Cup matchdays. Riders can find more information on service...
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Special to the Regional Review Laughter, conversation, and the aroma of good food filled the ABCD West End Neighborhood Service Center (WE NSC) as older adults gathered to celebrate Father’s Day with an afternoon of delicious food, friendship, and community...
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By Phil Orlandella The North End Athletic Association (NEAA) hosted and played in its first ever Mayor’s Cup Tournament at Puopolo Park on a Friday night with the NEAA Midnight Riders winning their first game, moving on in the tournament...
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Special to the Regional Review Mayor Michelle Wu has announced the winners of the 2026 Legacy Business Awards, an event that recognizes businesses that have been operating in the City for at least 10 years and contributed to the cultural,...
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Special to the regional Review The ABCD North End NSC Team will offer a financial literacy workshop, hosted by Eagle Bank, on Friday, May 15, at noon at the ABCD North End Neighborhood Service Center (NE NSC), located at 1...
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The Saint Gennaro Foundation of Boston, founded by Pasquale Trotta, Frank DePasquale, and Angelo Vigliotta, proudly announces the return of the San Gennaro Feast, taking place Friday, August 21 through Sunday, August 23 in the heart of the historic North...
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Cardinals Win Championship By John Romano June 20 the North End Athletic Association (NEAA) completed its season for 4-12 Year Old Baseball With approximately 150 kids in this age group the season dodged some rain drops but with the help...