Staff Report In a major political development that stunned East Boston residents, Liz Breadon was elected the new president of the Boston City Council at its first meeting of the year Monday following the inauguration ceremonies. Local observers were expecting…
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City Officials take Oaths of Office as Mayor Wu Promises, ‘Boston will be a Beacon’
Staff Report Boston Mayor Michelle Wu took the oath of office for the second time on Monday morning before a capacity crowd who witnessed the traditional pomp and ceremony of a mayoral inauguration at Boston Symphony Hall. Ron Cobb, the…
MassDOT Announces 10th annual Safe Routes to School Program Yard Sign Design Contest
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), through its Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Program, is pleased to announce the launch of the 2026 Yard Sign Design Contest. The annual contest raises awareness for transportation-related themes that help support school safety…
Proud of Our Mayor
As we were watching this past Monday’s inauguration ceremonies of city officials, and then listening to the inspiring Inaugural Address of Mayor Michelle Wu, it really hit home for us the extent to which Mayor Wu and our City Council…
Wu announces community benefits agreement with Kraft Group for Everett Stadium
Mayor Michelle Wu announced that the City of Boston and the Kraft Group have agreed on financial and operational terms of a community benefits package totaling nearly $48 million over the next 15 years and additional commitments around project design…
Atlantic Works Gallery presents ‘Art for the New Year’
Atlantic Works Gallery is excited to welcome 2026 with Art for the New Year: Small Works Off the Wall, a vibrant and accessible exhibition featuring small works by members, alumni, and invited friends of the gallery. This non-juried show brings…
Thank you, Stranger Things
The long-awaited conclusion of the hit Netflix series, Stranger Things, finally arrived over the holiday week. It’s hard to believe that it has been more than nine years since the show became a cultural phenomenon when the first season debuted…
Kick off the New Year with the City of Boston’s free Winter Fitness Series
The Boston Parks and Recreation Department and Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) are pleased to announce the 2026 Boston Parks Winter Fitness Series, sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts. The series will offer free weekly classes in City…
Obituary 1-7-26
Pasquale “Pat” GaglioneA True Family Man AKA “the Mayor of Brandywyne” Pasquale “Pat” Gaglione passed away peacefully on January 2, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was 92 years old. Born on June 29, 1933, Pat was the beloved son…
East Boston YMCA News
Winter is right around the corner, and we’re ready to turn up the fun at the pool! Our Winter Swim Session officially started January 6, and we have exciting options for everyone in the family. What’s happening this winter? • Swim Lessons…