The world was turned on its nose Tuesday night in the Congressional District 7 race when Boston City Councilor Ayanna Pressley surprised everyone with a solid victory, ousting Congressional Michael Capuano from the seat he has held for 20 years…
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Sidewalk Sale
The owner of men’s clothing store Sault at 577 Tremont St., Philip Saul, talks to customer Nick Rossi during the annual South End Sidewalk Sale, which was coordinated by SEBA and Washington Gateway this year – with more businesses participating…
Gallery Dog Show
WHEN LIFE IMITATES ART: Sadie poses with an “American Dog” sculpture by Haverhill artist Dale Rogers during the fundraising show on Sunday, Aug. 26, at Gallery Lanoue in the South End’s SoWa Art and Design District. Proceeds from the show…
Rep Rushing,Santiago Ready to Face off in Democratic Primary Sept 4:Other Races Include Open DA Race, Congressional Seat, Secretary of State
After more than 20 years without a major challenge, the state representative seat for the South End, Fenway and parts of Roxbury will come up for a vote on Tuesday, Sept. 4, after both major candidates have painstakingly taken their…
Northeastern Students Return to Off-Campus Apartments
It’s that time of year again—students from all over the country and all over the world are flocking back to Boston’s many colleges and universities. But there is not enough room for all of these students to live on their…
Jon Santiago Endorsed by Sierra Club, Progressive Massachusetts, SEIU Locals
Jon Santiago, an emergency room doctor at Boston Medical Center and first-time candidate for state representative, earned the endorsements of the Sierra Club Massachusetts, Progressive Massachusetts, and Service Employees International Union Locals 32BJ, CIR, and 509. “Jon Santiago has spent…
Zoning Relief for Both 11 Isabella Street and Sandwich Chain on Newbury Street Approved by ZBA
A building at 11 Isabella St. in Bay Village with numerous zoning code violations was granted relief by the Zoning Board of Appeal at its Aug. 28 hearing, however, the Board is withholding signature until they receive the stamp of…
Byron Rushing Endorsed by City Councilor Michelle Wu, Sen Will Brownsberger, and Rep Jay Livingstone
Byron Rushing, a South End Democrat, has been endorsed by City Councilor Michelle Wu, State Senator Will Brownsberger, and State Rep. Jay Livingstone in his re-election campaign for State Representative. Michelle Wu, a former South End resident, finished first in…
Exchange South End gets BPDA Ok, Now it’s Time to Negotiate with Neighbors
The Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA) Board approved one of the largest science and technology centers ever for the South End this month, and with that approval for Exchange South End, now comes the deal-making for the neighborhood in…
Patterned Behavior Art Mural Extended a Year on Esplanade
Patterned Behavior was intended to enliven a concrete-heavy portion of the park and reduce graffiti vandalism. The vibrant and playful design is enjoyed by the thousands of people who utilize this section of the Esplanade every day, including commuters on…