Daily brief · Allston & Brighton, Boston, MA
Free Flu and COVID Vaccines Across Boston Through Dec.
September 18, 2026
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Free flu and COVID-19 vaccine clinics across Boston through December
The Boston Public Health Commission is offering free flu and COVID-19 vaccine clinics across the city from September through December, with no appointments, insurance, or ID required. The program aims to reduce barriers to vaccination by holding clinics at schools, community centers, and other accessible locations.
City of Boston
Gimme Gimme Disco ABBA dance party at Brighton Music Hall tonight
Tonight at 8:00 p.m. at 158 Brighton Avenue.
Brighton Music Hall
Baby & Toddler Story Time at Brighton Branch today
10:30–11:15 a.m. today with stories, songs, and rhymes.
Boston Public Library
Allston-Brighton Stitch Lounge meets tonight
6–7 p.m. tonight at 6 Academy Hill Road for stitching and fiber arts.
Moments
City Council president criticizes Allston-Brighton college parties
Council President Liz Breadon called college students 'brats' for hosting all-night parties, highlighting noise tensions in the neighborhood.
Boston Herald
Mayor Wu appoints Emily Knight as economic development chief
Knight will begin serving on October 19, 2026.
City of Boston
Boston MBTA shutdowns page flags upcoming service changes
As of the city’s transportation update, Boston is tracking several MBTA service interruptions and shuttle-bus substitutions tied to active and upcoming infrastructure work. The page is especially relevant for riders planning travel around the city in mid-September 2026.
City of Boston
Brighton High receives grant for Arabic language program
Boston School Committee approved a $33,625 Qatar Foundation International grant for Brighton High School and discussed a 2026-31 strategic roadmap.
City of Boston
Boston plans Open Streets return to Allston-Brighton
The City of Boston announced that Open Streets Boston will return to Allston-Brighton on Sunday, October 4, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Streets on the route will be closed to traffic from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
City of Boston
City of Boston USACE Comment Letter
The City sent a letter that explains three main things: Where we agree with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Draft Feasibility Report. Where we want our partnership with USACE to go next.
City of Boston
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