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Wu Issues Coastal Storm Warning Through Sunday
September 25, 2026
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Mayor Wu Issues Coastal Storm Warning for Weekend
Mayor Michelle Wu issued a coastal storm warning for Friday, Sept. 25, through Sunday, Sept. 27, calling it a rare fall nor'easter, with impacts expected to peak Friday evening into Saturday. The forecast calls for two to four inches of rain, high damaging winds, coastal flooding and erosion, and potential ponding of water on roadways. Residents are urged to stay indoors during the peak and can sign up for AlertBoston updates in 11 languages by phone, text, or email.
City of Boston
Golden Ghouls Drag Show Takes the Stage at Dorchester Brewing
Dorchester Brewing Co. hosts the Golden Ghouls Drag Show Friday, Sept. 25, from 9-11 p.m., a spooky Golden Girls-themed Halloween show with seasonal craft beverages.
Dorchester Brewing Co.
Juniper Fest Benefit Music Weekend Kicks Off in Dorchester
A two-day backyard music festival at 95 Greenbrier St. begins Friday, Sept. 25, with live music, DJ sets, dog-themed games, and a bonfire to raise funds for Juniper's elbow surgery and recovery.
Naomi Westwater
City Council Hearing to Address Haitian Nationals' Protected Status
The City Council's Committee on Civil Rights, Racial Equity, and Immigrant Advancement hears Docket #0299 at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 25, at Boston City Hall, on the end of federal protected status for Haitian nationals and possible city support for affected families.
City of Boston
Human Services Providers Rally in Dorchester
Workers and advocates rally at WORK Inc. Friday, Sept. 25, from 9-11 a.m. to call for livable wages and sustainable funding for human services.
Providers' Council
Grove Hall Library Hosts Hispanic Heritage Month Storytime
Boston Public Library's Grove Hall branch hosts Laura Macias for a Hispanic Heritage Month storytime Friday, Sept. 25, from 10:30-11:30 a.m., featuring bilingual stories, puppets, songs, and movement for children ages 3-5.
Boston Public Library
Armed Suspect Nearly Hits Officers Fleeing Traffic Stop in Mattapan
Boston police arrested Hericles De Pina and recovered a loaded firearm after he allegedly drove at officers while fleeing a traffic stop near 10 Hosmer St. in Mattapan on Sept. 23.
Boston Police Department
Irish Pub With Live Music Approved in Adams Village
The Boston Licensing Board approved plans by Frank Delaney and Teresa Murphy to replace Scobie's at 782 Adams St. with the Session House, a pub featuring Irish music sessions.
Dorchester Reporter
Postal Service Weighs Options as Fields Corner Lease Nears Expiration
The U.S. Postal Service says it is considering its options for the Fields Corner branch, which serves Dorchester's 02122 zip code, as the office's lease is set to expire.
Dorchester Reporter
Grove Hall Teens Invited to Friday Craft Session
Grove Hall Teen Space hosts Teen Crafternoon Friday, Sept. 25, from 3-4 p.m., with craft materials provided while supplies last.
Boston Public Library
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