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Boston firefighters are on the scene of a fire at a three-decker house at 130 Savin Hill Avenue near the bridge at this hour. No injuries reported at this time, via @dotnews.bsky.social reporter on scene.
This week's print edition of The Reporter is in circulation across the neighborhoods. You can also read it here: www.dotnews.com/2026/07/23/j...
Prosecutors say Justin Ferrer, the accused gunman in Gio Bala's May 22 murder, was his friend who didn't intend to shoot the 22-year-old victim, but was firing on others during a chaotic shootout in a Bowdoin St. parking lot. Ferrer was ordered held w/out bail today. www.dotnews.com/2026/07/23/m...
A monthly series that blends music, history, and conversations about social justice will celebrate its first anniversary on Tuesday (July 21) when “Which Side? A Protest Music Teach-Out” moves to the new Opera + Community Studios in Boston’s Fort Point neighborhood. www.dotnews.com/2026/07/17/p...
Today's Dorchester Reporter features two in-depth stories about the proposed $135 million Blue Hill Avenue improvement project, including new reporting from @yawumiller.bsky.social about the debate among key lawmakers who have a mix of opinions. Read them in full — no paywall!— at DotNews.com
Opinion — #Dorchester youth sports leaders have some thoughts on how #Boston can keep the spirit and energy of the World Cup going. www.dotnews.com/2026/07/15/a...
This week's print edition of The Reporter is in circulation across the neighborhoods. You can also read it here: www.dotnews.com/2026/07/09/j...
Opinion— Longtime Boston transit equity advocate Mela Bush (pictured) and Azia Carle make the case for how Boston should proceed with pressing transportation improvements in our neighborhoods. www.dotnews.com/2026/07/08/o...
A new play that spotlights 19th century Boston civilrights leader Josephine St. Pierre Ruffin will make its world premiere in Dorchester later this month (July 18-Aug. 8) at the Strand Theatre. www.dotnews.com/2026/07/08/u...
For many in the audience at the Strand Theatre on June 25, “Tre Già, Măng Mọc: Generations of Vietnamese Diaspora in Boston” was an opportunity to see decades of family history, sacrifice, and resilience reflected on the big screen. www.dotnews.com/2026/07/07/n...
Residents at The Boston Home on #Dorchester Ave. depend on customized wheelchairs to move around and stay active. They also rely on Corinne Curran, who handles repairs, custom adaptations, and makes small inventions that keeps them in working order. www.dotnews.com/2026/07/03/a...
Mayor Wu today announced a new round of free, family-friendly watch parties across Boston for the remaining FIFA World Cup matches, including Friday's game between Cabo Verde vs. Argentina at Roadrunner in Allston. www.dotnews.com/2026/07/02/f...
This week's Independence Day print edition of The Reporter is now in circulation around the neighborhoods. You can also read it here: www.dotnews.com/2026/07/02/j...
A new art installation at Comfort Kitchen on Columbia Road was dedicated last Tuesday (June 23) in a ceremony focused on three enslaved people whose remains are buried in the Dorchester North Burying Ground next door. www.dotnews.com/2026/07/01/a...
The Reporter's Scholars of the Day are from the Class of 2026 at Fontbonne, The Early College of Boston. The 72 seniors achieved a 100 percent college acceptance rate and earned more than $14.1 million in scholarship awards. www.dotnews.com/2026/06/25/f...
The Reporter's Scholar of the Day is Angie Peguero, Valedictorian of the Neighborhood House Charter School, Class Of ’26. www.dotnews.com/2026/06/24/m...
The Reporter's Scholar of the Day is Lara Pires, Valedictorian at Community Academy of Science and Health (CASH). www.dotnews.com/2026/06/26/m...
In Mattapan, Pastor Nicholas Homicil says, "You cannot be a US citizen and be comfortable when so many are being mistreated and suffering.” He hopes Congress acts. "But so many in Congress are his. He tells them to sit, they sit. He tells them to stand,they stand.” www.dotnews.com/2026/06/25/s...
Scholar of the Day— Meet Shietamar Fleurimon, Valedictorian at TechBoston Academy With a GPA of 4.25, Shietamar Fleurimon challenged herself with a rigorous course load including honors, dual enrollment classes, and eight Advanced Placement (AP) classes. www.dotnews.com/2026/06/24/m...
Scholar of the Day— Meet Jose Castillo-Lara, Valedictorian at Edward Brooke Charter High School www.dotnews.com/2026/06/24/m...
The former home of the historic Dorchester Theatre at 1524 Dorchester Ave. has been transformed into Modern Party Art, a studio operated by Fields Corner native Samantha Rivas. The business plans to open this summer. www.dotnews.com/2026/06/24/c...
An ambitious proposal by two Boston city councillors to extend the Orange Line subway underground from Ruggles to Mattapan Square via Warren Street and Blue Hill Avenue was presented to MBTA chief Philip Eng today. www.dotnews.com/2026/06/23/a...
Residents from Dorchester and beyond gathered in Town Field on a gorgeous Friday (June 19) to celebrate the Juneteenth federal holiday. www.dotnews.com/2026/06/22/j...
Make way for the penguins! The neighborhood’s newest residents have found a permanent home at Franklin Park Zoo. www.dotnews.com/2026/06/18/p...
Cabo Verde fans celebrated their 0-0 result v Spain at Dorchester’s Town Field
After weeks of failed attempts to reach consensus and a two-hour disruption by obstreperous protesters, the City Council voted decisively on June 10 for an amended version of Mayor Michelle Wu’s $4.9 billion FY27 operating budget. Via @clovettboston.bsky.social www.dotnews.com/2026/06/13/c...