McKinney Playground: Upcoming Closure, Fence and Tree Work

The Boston Parks and Recreation Department has announced upcoming construction at McKinney Playground, including improvements to the park’s fencing, landscaping, and perimeter vegetation. Beginning August 17, most of the park [...]

Taste Brighton’s History: Celebrate Boston 250

Brighton Main Streets is excited to partner with Allston-Brighton Food Tours to present “Menu of the Day: Revolutionary Brighton — Discovering 250 Years of Community, Courage, and Change.” Brighton has [...]

Green Line Service Suspension Begins August 8 Through August 16

Green Line service on the B, C, D, and E branches will be suspended starting tomorrow through August 16. The affected areas include service between Babcock Street/Cleveland Circle and Government [...]

Healthy Rides: Affordable Transportation for Boston Seniors

Access to affordable, flexible transportation can be a challenge for Boston’s older residents. Healthy Rides, a collaborative initiative from Age Strong and community partners, helps remove transportation barriers and makes [...]

8/3 -8/7 Allston-Brighton Road Construction Update

Below is the current list of projects scheduled for construction in Allston and Brighton this week. Please keep in mind that construction schedules may change due to weather or unforeseen [...]

State Representative Kevin Honan Releases News Letter

State Representative Kevin Honan Releases August Newsletter Kevin Honan, who represents the 17th Suffolk District—including precincts in Allston, Brighton, and Brookline—has released his August newsletter. Currently the longest continuously serving [...]

MBTA Fare Pilot Programs: What They Mean for Allston-Brighton Residents

Affordable, Flexible, and Easier Transit Is on the Way Beginning this fall, the MBTA is launching several new fare pilot programs designed to make public transportation more affordable, flexible, and [...]

Kelly McGrath Honored with the Mr. Rymkus Award at the Rat City Arts Festival

We want to thank Rat City Arts Festival and Allston Village Main Streets for honoring our Executive Director, Kelly McGrath, with the Mr. Rymkus Award at last night's Gallery & [...]

Brighton Main Streets Celebrates the Best of Boston Soirée!

A huge thank you to Boston Magazine for hosting another incredible Best of Boston Soirée! This annual celebration has become one of our favorite traditions, and we are always thrilled [...]

Kelly McGrath Calls for Safe Streets That Support Strong Neighborhood Businesses

In a letter to Boston and state leaders, Brighton Main Streets Executive Director Kelly McGrath advocates for transportation policies that protect lives while preserving accessibility, supporting small businesses, and strengthening [...]