Pedestrian killed in crash at Faulkner Hospital

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Pedestrian killed, two injured in crash at Faulkner Hospital

A vehicle struck a pedestrian, a gas line and the Belkin House at Faulkner Hospital on Thursday morning. The pedestrian died, and two people in the vehicle were treated for non-life-threatening injuries; the building was briefly evacuated and has reopened, while the investigation continues.

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Boston highlights domestic violence resources for Awareness Month

The city highlighted hotlines, counseling, legal assistance and safety planning for Domestic Violence Awareness Month on October 1. Its announcement also listed Boston-area events and support organizations for survivors.

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Council recognizes Italian American Heritage Month

The Boston City Council recognized October as Italian American Heritage Month on September 30 and noted Italian American contributions to neighborhoods including Hyde Park. The city plans to raise the Italian flag at City Hall Plaza on October 6.

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Green Line service suspensions continue through Sunday

Green Line service is suspended on several segments through Sunday, October 4, including the B, C, D and E branches. Route 39 replaces E Branch service between Heath Street and Back Bay at no charge; shuttle buses and the Orange Line are also recommended.

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Hyde Park library hosts adult collage workshop

The Hyde Park Branch Library hosts a free collage and crafting workshop for adults and older adults on Friday, October 2, from 10 to 11 a.m. Participants will use old magazines and other materials.

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Hyde Park library screens 1922 film 'Nosferatu'

The Hyde Park Branch Library screens the 1922 horror film *Nosferatu* on Friday, October 2, from 2 to 4 p.m. The showing is part of the branch's Friday-afternoon series on horror films from the 1900s.

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CineFest Latino screens six short films at Central Library

The Boston Public Library screens six short films on Friday, October 2, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., followed by a discussion with filmmakers. The program is part of CineFest Latino Boston and the library's Hispanic Heritage Month programming.

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Jamie Hart performs at Roundhead Brewing in Hyde Park

Jamie Hart performs at Roundhead Brewing Company in Westinghouse Plaza on Friday, October 2, from 7 to 9 p.m.; doors open at 6. The free show is all ages, with 21-plus access to the upstairs mezzanine.

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City Council holds census and redistricting hearing Friday

The City Council's Committee on Census, Redistricting, and Elections holds a public hearing at City Hall on Friday, October 2, at 10 a.m. The hearing on Dockets 0183 and 1805 can also be viewed online; Hyde Park Councilor Enrique J. Pepén is a sponsor of one docket.

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Mayor's Senior Advisory Council meets virtually Friday

The Mayor's Senior Advisory Council meets virtually on Friday, October 2, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. The agenda includes member recognition, a commission update, a presentation and new business.

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Community resource fair scheduled in Shaw-Roxbury

The Raphael Ophir Community Center hosts a Community Opportunity & Resource Fair at the Shaw-Roxbury Branch of the Boston Public Library on Friday, October 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Five arrested after reported break-in in Roxbury

Boston police responded to a larceny-in-progress call near 21 Maywood Street in Roxbury at about 5:17 a.m. on Thursday, October 1. The department's headline reports that five people were arrested.

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Suspect charged with murder in Whitfield Street homicide

A suspect has been charged with murder in the investigation of a homicide at 7 Whitfield Street in Dorchester. Officers responded to a report of a person shot at about 5:39 p.m. on Wednesday, September 30, and found the victim with an apparent gunshot wound.

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Free digital-literacy workshop offered in Roxbury Friday

The Center for Working Families offers a free digital-literacy workshop on Friday, October 2, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 7 Palmer Street in Roxbury.

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West Roxbury Parkway Bridge remains closed

The West Roxbury Parkway Bridge over the MBTA Needham Line remains closed as of October 2. Boston police said the closure began July 20 and is expected to continue through December 2026.

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