Close Collins-Gayle split in Dorchester primary

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Analysis Shows Close Collins-Gayle Primary Split

A new analysis of the 1st Suffolk District state Senate primary shows State Sen. Nick Collins won 43 precincts while challenger Latoya Gayle captured 39 and earned 48 percent of Dorchester votes. The close split underscores a deeply divided electorate in the district.

Dorchester Reporter

City Councilor Culpepper Proposes Boston-Wide Ban on Data Centers

Councilor Miniard Culpepper proposed a citywide zoning ban on large-scale data centers on Sept. 14, citing strain on water, power, and sewer systems.

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Traffic Stop in Dorchester Leads to the Recovery of a Firearm

Police arrested Kyle Cooper, 19, of Dorchester, on multiple firearm charges after a traffic stop at Blue Hill Avenue and Glenway Street on Sept. 12.

Boston Police Department

Wu Administration Proposes $31.5M in Tax Breaks for Housing Projects

Mayor Wu proposed $31.5M in tax breaks on Sept. 14 to restart four stalled residential developments totaling 1,400 units in Charlestown, Allston, and Brighton.

Dorchester Reporter

Codman Square Merchants Press City Over Utility Work Impacts

Local merchants in Codman Square are pressing the city for relief as prolonged street utility construction disrupts storefront access and foot traffic.

Dorchester Reporter

State Funding Puts Shawmut Station Housing on Track

Trinity Financial's 72-unit affordable apartment development near Shawmut MBTA station secured state financing and is set to begin construction in early 2027.

Dorchester Reporter