Monthly Archives: January 2026
Excel Academy Charter High School named to Advanced Placement School Honor Roll
The East Boston-based Excel Academy Charter High School has been recognized for student success in advanced Placement program while broadening participation
East Boston, MA –...
Local History: A 1886 summary of East Boston from Bacon’s Dictionary of Boston
The following is the "East Boston" entry in Bacon's Dictionary of Boston (Houghton, Mifflin & Co., 1886)
East Boston, connected with the city by its...
It’s here: The Rink at the Tall Ship!
Updated: An Outdoor Winter Village Activating Boston Harbor with Ice Skating, Ice Bumper Cars, and Chalet Lounges, opens today with a a Grand Opening...
BPD in the Community: District A-7 Hosts Science Night at District Station
From BPD Media Relations:
Officers from District A-7 welcomed students and teachers from the Curtis Guild Elementary School, along with members of the A-7...
From the archives: Guy Umana made Eastie his family
by FRANK CONTE
Guy Umana would spend most of his time at the Winthrop Nursing Home in Medford on the telephone, opening each conversation with...
Real Estate Sales in East Boston
January 7, 2026
Update: In surprise outcome it’s Wu ally Breadon! Worrell falls short after Coletta Zapata...
Update: January 5, 2026, 3:30 p.m.
From the Dorchester Reporter:
"Councillor Liz Breadon of Allston-Brighton has been elected Boston City Council President edging out...
From the archives: West End relives urban renewal nightmare
By Frank ConteThe Boston LedgerWeek of November 16–23, Vol. 44, No. 45
A year from now, Sam Crisafulli will no longer be living on Billerica...
