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Six-Story, 151-Unit Building Planned for Cambridge St

September 14, 2026

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Six-Story Residential Building Proposed for 169-177 Cambridge Street

A development filing on September 13 outlines plans for a six-story, 151-unit residential complex at 169-177 Cambridge Street in Allston. The project would replace four existing multi-family structures and include 28 parking spaces and bicycle storage.

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City Convenes Abutters Meeting for 10 Larch Street in Brighton

The Boston Office of Neighborhood Services will host a virtual abutters meeting tonight, September 14, at 6:00 p.m. to review proposals to finish basement space and enclose two porches to establish a two-family residence.

City of Boston

French Police and Social Order Take the Stage at Brighton Music Hall

Post-punk band French Police performs with opener Social Order tonight, September 14, at 7:00 p.m. at Brighton Music Hall on Brighton Avenue. All-ages show.

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Startup Boston Week 2026 Opens Annual Conference at Boston University

The 10th edition of Startup Boston Week begins today, September 14, on the Boston University campus, featuring over 100 panels and networking events for founders, investors, and students through September 18.

Startup Boston

Brian DeStoop & The Old Haunts Headline O'Brien's Pub

O'Brien's Pub in Allston hosts a live rock showcase tonight, September 14, at 7:00 PM featuring Brian DeStoop & the Old Haunts, Lyssa Grace, Wireless Connection, and Andrew Brooks & the Cardinal Sin.

O'Brien's Pub

Weekly Open Mic Night at Porter Belly's Pub

Porter Belly's Pub on Washington Street in Brighton hosts its community open mic night tonight, September 14, from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

Brighton Main Streets

Harvard Ed Portal Hosts Monday Job Seekers Connection Workshop

The Harvard Ed Portal in Allston hosts an in-person workforce development workshop on understanding an evolving labor market today, September 14, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM.

Harvard Ed Portal

Early Bird Ticket Deadline for 2026 Brighton Brewfest

Today, September 14, is the final day to purchase discounted early-bird tickets for the 2026 Brighton Brewfest on October 3 at the PSF Community Center parking lot. Proceeds support Brighton Main Streets and the Presentation School Foundation.

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PSF Center Hosts 'Music with Mossie' for Irish Pastoral Centre Launch

The Presentation School Foundation Community Center in Brighton hosts 'Music with Mossie' today, September 14, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., with live music and refreshments to inaugurate the weekly Brighton Aging Well Program.

Irish Pastoral Centre Boston

Ben Jundanian Leads Visual Storytelling Workshop at Allstonway

Illustrator Ben Jundanian leads a free community drawing workshop today, September 14, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at The Oaks at Allstonway, teaching visual narrative techniques.

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Brighton Abutters Meeting Set for 14-Unit 254 Washington Street Project

The Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Services hosts a virtual abutters meeting tonight, September 14, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to review plans to replace an existing building with a four-story, 14-unit residential building with seven parking spaces at 254 Washington Street.

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