Man hurt as explosive device detonates on Main St

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Man hospitalized after explosive device detonates in Charlestown

Officers responded around 1 a.m. Monday to Mishawum and Main streets after a man called 911 saying he did not feel safe, and encountered him holding what he told police was an explosive device, with wires running up around his neck, according to a police report. The device detonated during the confrontation, seriously injuring him; he was taken into custody and then to the hospital and faces explosives charges. Police later searched a vehicle for additional explosives. If you or someone you know is in distress, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

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Boston Landmarks Commission holds virtual design review hearing

The Boston Landmarks Commission holds a virtual public hearing Tuesday, Sept. 22, with design reviews starting at 4 p.m. and general commission business at 6 p.m.

City of Boston

BPL finance committee to review FY26 audited statements

The Boston Public Library Trustees' Finance and Audit Committee meets via Zoom Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 8:30 a.m. to review the FY26 draft audited financial statements.

City of Boston

Charlestown abutters meeting set for 10-12 Bartlett Street

A virtual abutters meeting Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 7 p.m. will cover a proposal to enclose an existing rear roof deck and add a new roof deck with occupiable space at 10-12 Bartlett Street.

City of Boston

Logan flights disrupted after communications line cut in NJ

Delays and cancellations hit Boston Logan International Airport Monday, Sept. 21 after a communications line was cut in New Jersey, causing lingering travel disruptions.

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Forecasters warn of possible late-week coastal storm

Boston-area meteorologists warned Monday, Sept. 21 that a possible coastal storm could bring rain, strong winds and coastal-flooding concerns later this week, though forecast confidence remains uncertain.

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Free all-ages yoga returns to Charlestown's Winthrop Square

Boston Parks and Recreation, with Parks Fitness and the Boston Public Health Commission, offers a free all-ages yoga class Tuesday, Sept. 22 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Winthrop Square Training Field.

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USS Constitution Mini Golf open at Charlestown Navy Yard

USS Constitution Mini Golf is open Tuesday, Sept. 22 from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., weather permitting, offering a pay-what-you-can nine-hole course at the Navy Yard.

USS Constitution Museum

Central Library hosts all-ages story time Tuesday

The Boston Public Library holds All Ages Story Time for children ages 0-5 Tuesday, Sept. 22 from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. at the Central Library in Copley Square.

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Judy Chu presents free Berklee recital Tuesday afternoon

Producer and songwriter Judy Chu performs original songs and indie-pop covers at Berk Recital Hall Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 4 p.m.; admission is free.

Berklee College of Music

Paolo Valdivia brings Afro-Peruvian jazz to Berklee

Paolo Valdivia performs Afro-Peruvian jazz, fusion and world music at David Friend Recital Hall Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 5:30 p.m., free.

Berklee College of Music

Diego Herrera plays Berklee 'Summer in the City' set

Peruvian saxophonist and composer Diego Herrera performs at Lyrik on Newbury Street Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 6 p.m. as part of Berklee's free Summer in the City series.

Berklee College of Music

Tani performs 'Back to Fulfillment' at Berklee

Canary Islander artist Tani presents a free performance exploring love, empowerment and cultural identity at Berk Recital Hall Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 7 p.m.

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