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New England helped introduce short fiction to America. Today's Starting Point explores a new story collection that taps into the genre’s regional roots.
New England helped make short stories an art form. A new anthology reflects those regional roots. - The Boston Globe
This year’s “Best American Short Stories” collection features New England-based editors, authors, literary journals, and stories.
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December 31, 2025 at 1:59 PM
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Boston public health officials warn of surge in Flu cases, hospitalizations as seasonal illness hits earlier and harder than expected

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“Flu cases are on the rise in Boston, and we are urging residents to protect themselves and their loved ones from respiratory illnesses which can cause hospitalization and severe illness,” said Bisola Ojikutu, MD, MPH, FIDSA, Commissioner of Public Health for the City of Boston (pictured here). Photo by Seth Daniel for the Dorchester Reporter
December 23, 2025 at 3:12 PM
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Young musicians from Mattapan's Immigrant Family Services Institute delighted a packed audience at Dorchester's TechBoston Academy auditorium last weekend with a Christmas concert featuring violins, voices, and a brass orchestra.

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Young musicians delight TechBoston Christmas concertgoers - Dorchester Reporter
While the Immigrant Family Services Institute (IFSI) in Mattapan Square is best known for its workforce development classes and immigration case work, the non-profit has also offered over the last fiv...
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December 22, 2025 at 10:30 PM
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"Political violence is a patient virus, waiting for chaos, then finding a new victim."
Melissa Hortman Died in a Shocking Act of Political Violence. This Is the Story of Her Life
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December 20, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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Feeling stressed about your mortgage this holiday season? The Boston, MA #BostonHomeCenter offers a free, confidential Foreclosure Prevention Program to help Boston homeowners avoid foreclosure. Learn how the Boston Home Center can help, ow.ly/Sh2W50XgvwS.
December 20, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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Many residents dismiss the vote for the next Boston City Council president as procedural. It isn’t. In 2026, the Council Presidency matters more than ever, writes George 'Chip' Greenidge.

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Opinion— Let's choose the next Council president wisely and transparently - Dorchester Reporter
In 2026, the Boston City Council presidency matters more than ever, writes George 'Chip' Greenidge.
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December 20, 2025 at 7:56 PM
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Conversion of Berkeley Street office building into apartments approved
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#Boston #SouthEnd #zoning #housing
December 17, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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Exclusive: Beijing threatens to block BlackRock-led deal to buy Panama ports unless state-owned Cosco gets a majority stake.
Panama Ports Deal Hits Impasse as China Makes New Demands for Its Approval
Beijing threatens to block BlackRock-led deal to buy ports unless state-owned Cosco gets a majority stake
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December 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Boston's first non-hospital birthing center approved for Winthrop Street in #Roxbury
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#Boston #zoning
December 16, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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Red Line riders feeling the pain: Harvard Square kills another train
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December 16, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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Boston City Councillor Brian Worrell says he’s pressing forward with his candidacy for the council presidency next month, despite the fact that one of his colleagues has already declared victory in the contest.

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Worrell presses campaign for City Council presidency - Dorchester Reporter
City Councillor Brian Worrell said Monday that he's pressing forward with his candidacy for the council presidency next month, despite the fact that one of his colleagues has already declared victory ...
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December 15, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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BREAKING: Hong Kong court convicts Jimmy Lai, founder of former pro-democracy newspaper, in landmark national security trial.
Former Hong Kong pro-democracy media mogul Jimmy Lai convicted in landmark national security trial
Jimmy Lai, the former Hong Kong media mogul and outspoken critic of Beijing, has been convicted in a landmark national security trial in the city’s court, which could send him to prison for the rest of his life.
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December 15, 2025 at 2:47 AM
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In this cold weather, if you see anyone who is homeless and appears immobile, confused, or not dressed warmly, please call 911. Cold weather can become dangerous quickly, especially for those with underlying health conditions. Learn how you can help our unhoused neighbors here: ow.ly/pHgy50XCJiE.
Snow-covered park sign with a cold weather safety message urging neighbors to check on vulnerable people during winter storms.
December 5, 2025 at 1:14 PM
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Fifty years ago, a poster created by the BRA sought to challenge the narrative about Boston's biggest neighborhood. Bill Walczak recalls how it happened and its lasting impacts.

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December 3, 2025 at 1:58 PM
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The Mayor's Health Line is a free, confidential, information and referral service. Get help enrolling in health insurance, finding primary care providers, and more.

We help all residents regardless of immigration status. Call us at 617-534-5050 or visit boston.gov/mayors-health-line.
Yellow background with the Boston Public Health Commission logo. Text reads, "Call the Mayor's Health Line: 617-534-5050. We can help you with: answering questions about health insurance eligibility, enrolling in health insurance, finding primary care providers, finding social services, locating free clinics, and more. Learn more at boston.gov/mayors-health-line.
December 3, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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Writing a new chapter, Boston stacks homes above libraries
Writing a new chapter, Boston stacks homes above libraries
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December 3, 2025 at 3:27 PM
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USS PASTORAL: spangles wave on brave bombs under blasphemous jets while the sun also sets (2020)
This concrete poem depicts an American flag waving behind a fighter jet, flying over a sunset reflected on the Persian Gulf. The text of the poem explores the experience of a sea passage through the Strait of Hormuz in 2007. It’s written from the perspective of a young enlisted sailor who reads and writes fictions and poetry in their rack between shifts.
December 3, 2025 at 12:42 PM
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Cedar Grove @ Ashmont is now open for business at 1973 Dorchester Ave., across from Ashmont Station. It opened on Nov. 11, 45 years to the day since owner Richard O'Mara established his original floral shop on #Dorchester's Adams Street in 1980.

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Cedar Grove Gardens 2.0 —New store now open in Ashmont's Treadmark building - Dorchester Reporter
On Nov. 11, Cedar Grove @ Ashmont opened for business at 1973 Dorchester Ave., across from Ashmont Station. It was 45 years to the day after Richard O'Mara established his original floral shop in 1980...
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November 25, 2025 at 2:32 PM
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The DOJ said it would settle its lawsuit against apartment-pricing company RealPage, which it had accused last year of enabling landlords to illegally coordinate rental-price increases.
Justice Department to Settle Lawsuit Over Apartment Rental Pricing
The case had alleged that RealPage’s software allowed landlords to unfairly coordinate prices.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:37 PM
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Syria's network of detention facilities holding Islamic State members and their families presents an unresolved security dilemma threatening the country, U.S. commanders say.
ISIS Prisons and Camps Are Festering in a Fragile Syria as Aid Peters Out
U.S. military commanders warn the group is trying to free members and radicalize their families in detention.
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November 24, 2025 at 6:28 AM
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Murder is not so clearly defined.
November 18, 2025 at 7:23 PM
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An immersion program that helps preserve an Alaska Native language has been a boon to children displaced by last month's severe flooding in western Alaska.
An uncommon program helps children displaced by flooding that devastated Alaska villages
An immersion program that helps preserve an Alaska Native language has been a boon to children displaced by last month's severe flooding in western Alaska.
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November 15, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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BPD Community Alert: Holiday Shopping Scams Involving Phishing Attempts

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November 15, 2025 at 3:51 PM
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Veteran journalist Chris Lovett helps the DotLifew podcast team dive deep into last week's election results, historic trends and turnout in #Boston

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DotLife podcast dives deep into Boston's Election results - Dorchester Reporter
Veteran Boston journalist and election expert Chris Lovett joined Bill Forry from the Dorchester Reporter and DotLife host Erin Caldwell to highlight the week's news, including election results, Mayor...
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November 9, 2025 at 8:44 PM
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Reminder:

BAA's Boston Half is on Sunday and will impact traffic around Franklin Park and parts of #Dorchester, #Mattapan, #Roxbury and #JP.

Get more info at baa.org
November 7, 2025 at 10:52 PM