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A conservationist in Boston just uncovered one of America's oldest gravestones honoring a freed Black man who died in 1729. Sebastian, who chose the name Boston after gaining his freedom, was respected enough in colonial America to receive both a tombstone and a published obituary.
A soccer ball taller than a four-story building will tower over East Boston's waterfront next month as the city attempts to break a Guinness World Record. The massive installation celebrates Boston hosting seven FIFA World Cup matches this summer.
A 45-foot soccer ball, stretching four stories tall, will tower over Boston's waterfront this June as the city prepares to host matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The massive installation aims to spark excitement and put Boston on the global soccer stage.
The Boston 5K sold out in just 21 minutes last year, so organizers are giving everyone a fair shot with a new lottery system. Registration for the April 18 race closes Thursday at 5 p.m.
A new Boston apartment complex just made electric car ownership far easier for city dwellers. The Hyde Park development launched with 64 charging stations built in from day one, the largest residential EV charging project in Boston's history.
Fresh off her Milan Olympic victory, figure skater Alysa Liu brought her boundary-breaking spirit to a packed Boston venue. The 20-year-old champion's first U.S. performance since winning gold inspired standing-room-only crowds at the Skating Club of Boston.
Mayor Michelle Wu just unveiled an ambitious climate plan that could make Boston a national model for urban sustainability. The city is rallying businesses, institutions, and residents to slash greenhouse gas emissions in half by the end of the decade.
Former first daughter Chelsea Clinton crossed the Boston Marathon finish line in under four hours, greeted by her proud parents and a Boston legend. She ran under a historic pseudonym and made sure the officers who protected her got recognition too.
Boston CASA is recruiting volunteers to advocate for foster children in court, no special skills required. One retired IT worker has already changed eight young lives through simple acts like trampoline parks and apple picking.
Mayor Michelle Wu unveiled Boston's roadmap to slash greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2030 while creating 67,000 green jobs. The plan tackles everything from sea-level protection to affordable energy, with climate justice at its core.
While Arctic temperatures grip Boston, dedicated volunteers gather outside South Station weekly to offer hot meals and warm clothing to people experiencing homelessness. Their simple act of showing up provides more than supplies—it offers human connection when people need it most.
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After Monday's blizzard buried Boston, neighbors grabbed shovels and teamed up to dig out their community. What started as a practical response to snow has become a movement changing how people see the city.
Boston is creating a secure system for AI agents to interact with city services, preventing chaos while opening up new possibilities. The city's experiment could become a model for governments worldwide.
Boston Police prioritized community trust over federal immigration detainer requests in 2025, reflecting the city's commitment to its sanctuary law. The decision shows how local communities navigate the balance between federal law and protecting immigrant families.
When 50,000 Scottish soccer fans descended on Boston for the World Cup, they didn't just watch games. They drank the city dry, sang on trains, put traffic cones on statues, and sparked a movement to become sister cities with Glasgow.
When Scotland's football fans arrived in Boston for World Cup matches, they didn't just fill the bars. They transformed an entire city with warmth, bagpipes, and enough good vibes to melt cold-hearted Bostonians.
John Korir just ran the fifth-fastest marathon in history, breaking Boston's course record by over a minute while defending his championship title. The inspiring performance happened on a perfect spring morning that saw multiple runners achieve personal bests.
A Boston police officer became an instant sensation when he showed off impressive football juggling skills at a World Cup fan festival. Hundreds of Scotland fans erupted in cheers as the officer effortlessly kept the ball in the air.
Scottish football fans transformed Boston into an unforgettable celebration ahead of their World Cup clash with Brazil. The city fell so hard for the Tartan Army that locals are now asking where to buy Scottish jerseys.
Scottish soccer fans charmed Boston so thoroughly that the city's mayor just made it official with a twin city agreement. Police bought lost fans breakfast, bars ran out of beer, and everyone fell in love with the Tartan Army.
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