Special to the Gazette The MBTA has announced the availability of special edition collectible CharlieCards featuring iconic Boston landmarks to celebrate an exciting summer of events taking place in Boston and the surrounding Commonwealth this year. “The MBTA is excited…
Month: June 2026
South Street Youth Center fights to stayopen after 30 years of serving Boston youth
For nearly 30 years, the South Street Youth Center (SSYC) has served as a lifeline for generations of young people and families throughout Jamaica Plain and the City of Boston. Founded in 1996 in response to violence, gang activity, and…
The Haven hosts ‘Home Ground’ Football festival this weekend
The World Cup excitement kicks off in Jamaica Plain this weekend as The Haven transforms into “Home Ground,” a three-day football festival celebrating the beautiful game and Scottish supporter culture. From Friday, June 12 through Sunday, June 14, New England’s…
Congratulations to the Class of 2026
High school graduation season is upon us, the time of year when communities across America celebrate the accomplishments of young people receiving their high school diplomas. Graduation is a bittersweet occasion, marking both an ending and a beginning. For the…
Opioid-related overdose deaths in state fall under1,000 for the first time in over a decade
For the first time in over a decade, total annual opioid-related overdose deaths in Massachusetts fell below 1,000, according to Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) preliminary 2025 data recently released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). …