Ships from around the world tied up in Charlestown, Downtown, and across Boston’s Seaport. Following the Meet Boston Parade of Sail on July 11, ships were led to the berths where they were based.
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Edwards Votes in Favor of Legislation Safeguarding Social Media for Minors
Special to the Times-Free Press The Massachusetts Senate passed legislation that would rein in social media’s most addictive features in order to make platforms safer for young users. The bill, S.3164 An Act Protecting Children From Addictive Social Media Feeds,…
MA Legislature Finalizes Fiscal Year 2027 Budget, Delivers Record Investments without Raising Taxes
Special to the Times-Free Press Without raising taxes on Massachusetts residents, the Massachusetts Legislature delivered a Fiscal Year 2027 budget that drives down costs for residents, boosts the state’s economy, and adds to the state’s savings account. The plan makes…
Sports Community Fondly Remembers Legendary Herald Writer Danny Ventura, 66
By Cary Shuman The East Boston community is paying tribute to Boston Herald high school sports editor Donato “Danny” Ventura, who died on July 7, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer. Mr. Ventura had officially retired last August after…
BizUnlocked Boston Business Access Program Celebrates 14 Graduates
Special to the Times-Free Press On 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 Family Golf Nights at City Courses Announced
Special to the Times-Free Press 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…
53rd Festival Betances in Boston’s South End
Special to the Times-Free Press On Saturday, July 18, Festival Betances, New England’s longest-running Latino cultural festival, returns for its 53rd year, at Plaza Betances, 100 West Dedham Street, Boston, bringing thousands of residents, families, artists, and visitors together for…
Wu Announces Final FIFA World Cup Watch Parties at City Hall Plaza
Mayor Michelle Wu announced details for the City of Boston’s final slate of free, family-friendly FIFA World Cup watch parties, including the Semi Final matches, the Third Place Match, and the FIFA World Cup™ Final. These watch parties will bring residents, families and…
New England Aquarium Releases 10 Rehabilitated Sea Turtles off Cape Cod
Special to the Times-Free Press Ten sea turtles were released Wednesday evening into the waters off Cape Cod, Mass., in the New England Aquarium’s second local beach release of the season. The group included six Kemp’s ridleys, two loggerheads, and…