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Teachers’ take-away: ‘We’re in uncharted territory’

There are variations depending on the system— public, charter, private or parochial. But, all teachers in Boston schools are adapting to the shifting demands of covid-era instruction this month. At Pope John Paul II Catholic Academy’s Columbia campus,... Read more

Despite pandemic, parks in Dot are getting facelifts; more work scheduled for '21

Several city-owned parks in Dorchester are under construction— or nearing completion— this season as projects have resumed following brief disruptions to work and community meetings caused by the pandemic. Although most Boston Parks and Recreation... Read more

Vehicular access to Malibu Beach 'boat launch' now closed

A section of Malibu beach that is heavily used by people to launch small boats and jet skis was blocked off from vehicular access with a concrete barrier by state officials on Sept. 11 and is closed "for the remainder of the year." The move came amid... Read more

Cristo Rey Boston students return for in-person learning

At Cristo Rey Boston High School on Savin Hill Avenue, new and returning students were welcomed into classrooms for in person learning a month ago, on Aug. 17, the school’s usual start date. The private Catholic high school is currently operating within a... Read more

With agreement set on safety measures, BPS preps for opening

With a stakeholders agreement on safety measures in place, the Boston public schools will reopen for remote learning next Monday (Sept. 21) with the expectation that certain groups of students may be back in classrooms for in-person learning as early as... Read more

Biking boom boosts business, Ashmont Cycles makes a move

More room, visibility in Treadmark space Ashmont residents and cycling enthusiasts may have noticed a familiar face in new digs in recent weeks with the neighborhood bike shop Ashmont Cycles moving into storefront space in the Treadmark building. On Aug... Read more

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A thrilling end to the softball season for ADSL teens

It was another exciting Friday night at Toohig Park as two well- matched ADSL Senior girls’ softball teams squared off in the championship game. The Hawks and Eagles beat each other during the regular season and were well prepared for the main event.... Read more

Community Comment: Ranked voting offers more options

The past few years have seen a wide range of elected positions, from Boston City Council to US Congress, filled by Black, Latinx, Asian, and female candidates. Yet, while our democracy has much to be proud of, all too often the majority of voters see... Read more

Steel is now fully in charge at St. Mary's Center on Jones Hill

Alexis Steel is the new president of St. Mary’s Center for Women and Children, the facility on Jones Hill in Dorchester that works to help women and their families move out of poverty and homelessness. Steel, who joined the organization in 2018, has been... Read more

Fields Corner arts space set to expand

The Fields Corner-based gallery, workshop, and performance venue Dorchester Art Project (DAP) announced plans to expand last week after securing a lease for an adjoining 6,400-square-foot space at 1490 Dorchester Ave. The bi-level ground floor/basement... Read more

To cheers, Florian Hall re-opens dining

Florian Hall, the iconic multipurpose union hall and event space on Hallet Street, welcomed customers back to its restaurant last week for the first time since last March. The building is home to the Boston Firefighter’s Union Local 718 and serves as a... Read more

Have they found Sgt. Joseph W. Beard?

Dot soldier marched on Bataan in 1942, then died; remains were deemed lost--until now, it seems The fog of war has hung over the family of US Army Staff Sgt. Joseph W. Beard for more than 75 years now, but maybe, just maybe, it is lifting a bit with the... Read more

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Teachers’ take-away: ‘We’re in uncharted territory’

Despite pandemic, parks in Dot are getting facelifts; more work scheduled for '21

Vehicular access to Malibu Beach 'boat launch' now closed

Cristo Rey Boston students return for in-person learning

With agreement set on safety measures, BPS preps for opening

Biking boom boosts business, Ashmont Cycles makes a move

Featured Stories

A thrilling end to the softball season for ADSL teens

Community Comment: Ranked voting offers more options

Steel is now fully in charge at St. Mary's Center on Jones Hill

Fields Corner arts space set to expand

To cheers, Florian Hall re-opens dining

Have they found Sgt. Joseph W. Beard?

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