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Flynn seeks 7-day resident-only parking hearing
October 2, 2026
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Flynn seeks hearing on seven-day resident-only parking in South Boston
City Councilor Ed Flynn called for a hearing on a neighborhood-wide, seven-day resident-only parking policy in South Boston. He cited growth over the past two decades and more development ahead.
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Boston shares resources for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
On Oct. 1, the city shared safety, education, legal and community resources, along with October events and support options.
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Boston council backs BMC resident physicians in contract negotiations
On Sept. 30, the City Council adopted a resolution supporting more than 700 Boston Medical Center resident physicians as they negotiate over wages, health care, working conditions and time off.
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Senior Advisory Council meets Friday morning
Boston’s Mayor’s Senior Advisory Council meets Friday, Oct. 2, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. The hybrid meeting includes member recognition, commission updates, a presentation and new business.
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Council hearing to examine census and redistricting
The City Council’s Committee on Census, Redistricting and Elections holds a public hearing Friday, Oct. 2, at 10 a.m. at Boston City Hall on Dockets 0183 and 1805; virtual testimony is available.
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Harpoon hosts Octoberfest After Dark in Seaport
Harpoon Brewery hosts its 21-plus Octoberfest After Dark Friday, Oct. 2, from 6 to 11 p.m. at 306 Northern Ave., with DJs, live music, dancing, games and seasonal drinks.
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Boston AI Week wraps up with Seaport waterfront party
Boston AI Week’s closing party is Friday, Oct. 2, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Island Creek Oysters Raw Bar in Seaport, bringing together founders, investors, researchers, students and other participants.
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“Cabin in the Sky” brings Afrofuturist art to Franklin Park
Artist Ife Franklin’s free “Cabin in the Sky” experience runs Friday, Oct. 2, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Overlook Ruins in Franklin Park, with live performances, projections, augmented reality and community activations.
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Spotted lanternfly seen in South Boston
A spotted lanternfly was seen Thursday on East Second between I and K. The invasive insect can damage trees, grapevines and other plants by feeding on their sap.
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Weekend picks: Castle Island Brewing hosts Saturday bash
Castle Island Brewing hosts a Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day bash Saturday, Oct. 3, at noon, with live music by Forfocséic and Kier Byrnes.
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South Boston hosts Blessing of the Animals on Sunday
The annual Blessing of the Animals takes place Sunday, Oct. 4, outside Gate of Heaven Church in the I Street Courtyard, near the Celtic Cross. All are welcome.
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Fireside at The Current opens in Seaport Common
Fireside at The Current opens Friday, Oct. 2, from 4 to 6 p.m. in Seaport Common, featuring a cold-weather retreat and nine participating brands.
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