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In Port Norfolk, taking on ‘log jam’ over revised plan

After meeting, city official says impasse still in place The proponents of the Neponset Wharf development plan in Port Norfolk returned to the community last week to present an amended plan that would fortify the shoreline and see three condominium... Read more

With naming of Lou Pasquale Square, the city salutes a Morrissey Blvd. fixture

At the age of 18, as Lou Pasquale lay in a field on Okinawa with a piece of shrapnel in his leg, he saw a heavenly white light — and made a pact with God. “I said, ‘I promise to help an individual every day of my life. I told my Mum I’d make it home, and... Read more

Civic group seeks to reward ‘best decorated’ homes

The McCormack Civic Association is inviting people who live in the Polish Triangle to participate in its holiday home decorating contest this weekend. Judges from the association will evaluate homes starting at 5:00 p.m. on Monday evening (Dec. 16)... Read more

‘Little Saigon’ district proposal gets big boost at City Council hearing

The proposal for a “Little Saigon” designation for a subsection of the Fields Corner neighborhood that is being considered by the Massachusetts Cultural Council was given a highly positive reception at a City Council hearing held last Thursday evening in... Read more

Final Dot Jazz series concert to feature ‘gypsy jazz’ quartet

This year’s final Dot Jazz Series show will take place this Thursday (Dec.12) at 7:30 p.m. at All Saints’ Peabody Hall and will feature Tomoko Iwamoto and 440, a group led by the violinist Iwamoto and showcasing Mark Chenevert on clarinet, Jack Soref on... Read more

Mejia declared victor in at-large recount— by a single vote

Community activist Julia Mejia has won the recount of Boston’s at-large City Council election by a single vote. After three days of counting, the final tally was 22,492 for Mejia and 22,491 for Alejandra St. Guillen. Both are first-time candidates for... Read more

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Lottery relocates drawings to Dorchester, eyes new times

When the Massachusetts Lottery moved from Braintree to Dorchester earlier this year, it was a big deal for the agency and its employees. But players likely have not noticed any difference — especially if they haven’t hit those big jackpot prizes that must... Read more

Celebrity Series to bring live music to Dorchester, Mattapan

The Celebrity Series of Boston, a non-profit performing arts presenting organization, will present three free concerts over the upcoming week as part of its Neighborhood Arts partnership that brings free concerts to community venues. The Jason Palmer... Read more

‘Lovely Sisters’ members use own stories to bolster goal of easing others’ pain

Lovely Sisters of Boston, a local charitable organization based in Dorchester, is spreading the gospel of giving during this year’s holiday season. The organization was founded four years ago by Ebere Ihionu, who also owns Elegance African Fashions... Read more

Support your community – shop local

By Bill Walczak Special to the Reporter A few years ago, I decided that I would only purchase Christmas gifts that were made in Dorchester, Roxbury, or Mattapan. It wasn’t an ideological decision, just one in which I decided that gifts made locally... Read more

‘Dot Now’ exhibition reflects artists’ keen sense of community

A new exhibition at UMass Boston’s University Hall Gallery titled “Dot Now” features work from a diverse group of a dozen artists based in Dorchester or with significant connections to the neighborhood. “Inspired by requests from our visitors to... Read more

A homecoming at South Bay ramen shop

Totto Ramen South Bay is the latest eatery with a local connection to open up at the shopping complex’s budding Town Center commercial district. The owner of the noodle shop — a New York-based franchise that already has locations in Allston and... Read more

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In Port Norfolk, taking on ‘log jam’ over revised plan

With naming of Lou Pasquale Square, the city salutes a Morrissey Blvd. fixture

Civic group seeks to reward ‘best decorated’ homes

‘Little Saigon’ district proposal gets big boost at City Council hearing

Final Dot Jazz series concert to feature ‘gypsy jazz’ quartet

Mejia declared victor in at-large recount— by a single vote

Featured Stories

Lottery relocates drawings to Dorchester, eyes new times

Celebrity Series to bring live music to Dorchester, Mattapan

‘Lovely Sisters’ members use own stories to bolster goal of easing others’ pain

Support your community – shop local

‘Dot Now’ exhibition reflects artists’ keen sense of community

A homecoming at South Bay ramen shop

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