Nor'easter Warning Through Sunday; Peak Tonight

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Boston Braces for Nor'easter, Postpones Zero Waste Drop-Off to Nov. 21

Mayor Michelle Wu issued a coastal storm warning for Boston from Friday, Sept. 25, through Sunday, Sept. 27, with the peak expected Friday evening into Saturday. The forecast calls for two to four inches of rain, high damaging winds, coastal flooding and erosion, and ponding on roadways, and residents are urged to stay indoors during the peak. The city also postponed its Sept. 26 Zero Waste Drop-Off Day to Nov. 21, and residents can sign up for AlertBoston updates in 11 languages by phone, text or email.

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Green Line Resumes After Derailment; Signal Work Closure Starts Saturday

A track maintenance vehicle derailed at Park Street on Sept. 24, causing shuttle buses and delays before service resumed by 7:15 a.m. A planned central Green Line shutdown for signal work runs September 26 through October 4.

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Nominations Open for Boston's 5th Annual Legacy Business Awards

Mayor Michelle Wu opened nominations September 23 for neighborhood businesses operating in Boston for ten years or more; the nomination period runs through October 30.

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Baby & Toddler Playtime at Charlestown Library Today

The Charlestown Branch of the Boston Public Library hosts a free sensory and motor playtime for babies, toddlers, and caregivers Friday, September 25, from 10:30 a.m. to noon.

Boston Public Library

Council Committee Hears Testimony on Haitian TPS Termination Today

The Boston City Council Committee on Civil Rights, Racial Equity, and Immigrant Advancement holds a public hearing on Docket #0299 Friday, September 25, at 10 a.m. in the Iannella Chamber on the termination of federal protected status for Haitian nationals; testimony can be given in person or virtually.

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Charlestown Library Screens 'The Sound of Music' Today

The Charlestown Branch of the Boston Public Library shows the 1965 film 'The Sound of Music' Friday, September 25, from 2 to 4 p.m. as part of its Friday matinee program.

Boston Public Library

Red Sox, Cubs Play Doubleheader at Fenway Today

The Red Sox host the Cubs at Fenway Park Friday, September 25, in a doubleheader at 1:05 p.m. and 6:05 p.m., rescheduled ahead of a forecast nor'easter; the teams also play Saturday and Sunday.

Boston.com

Jonas Brothers Play TD Garden Tonight

The Jonas Brothers perform their Burning Up Tour All Over Again Friday, September 25, at 7:30 p.m. at TD Garden, with doors opening at 6:30 p.m.

TD Garden

Musicians Playground Performs at City Winery Tonight

Musicians Playground takes the stage Friday, September 25, at 7:30 p.m. at Haymarket Lounge inside City Winery Boston, featuring five bands drawn from the city's amateur music community.

City Winery Boston

Nurse John Brings Comedy Tour to Wang Theatre Tonight

Nurse John's Against Medical Advice Tour plays the Wang Theatre Friday, September 25, with shows at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

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Boston Police Report Zero Homicides in Latest 24-Hour Crime Count

For the 24-hour period ending Thursday, September 24, Boston Police reported zero homicides, four robberies, 10 aggravated assaults, and several burglaries, larcenies, and auto thefts; the figures are preliminary.

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Sam Adams Octoberfest Kicks Off Today in Jamaica Plain

Sam Adams Octoberfest runs September 25-27 at the Samuel Adams Boston Brewery, with Friday hours from 5 to 10 p.m. featuring food, lawn games, stein-hoisting contests, and live music.

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