Main Street Blog

Book Donations Needed

Looking to clear some space on your bookshelves while supporting a great community resource? The Friends of the Brighton Branch Library welcome donations of gently used books that can help [...]

Residents Continue to Raise Concerns About Off-Campus Student Housing in Brighton

A recent report by Christian Uva for Gavel Media highlights ongoing concerns among Brighton residents regarding the impact of off-campus student housing on neighborhood life. Longtime residents in areas near [...]

It’s not “goodbye” it’s “see you later!”

A big milestone for our friends at the Veronica B. Smith Multi-Service Senior Center! While it's not "goodbye," it is a temporary "see you later" as the Center begins an [...]

Allston-Brighton Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Community, Business, and Student Success

The Allston-Brighton Chamber of Commerce recently brought together local business owners, community leaders, residents, and students for its third annual dinner, celebrating the people and organizations that help make Allston-Brighton [...]

Historic Warren Hall Undergoing Major Affordable Housing Restoration in Brighton Center

Construction is now underway on the restoration and preservation of Warren Hall, the historic building at 329–337 Washington Street in Brighton Center. Led by the Allston Brighton Community Development Corporation [...]

Pedro’s Street Food Truck is Now Open

Chef Pedro Alarcon is a Venezuelan-born chef whose culinary journey began in Caracas, where he developed a deep appreciation for the bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and traditions of Latin American [...]

Congratulations to Aatma at Widowmaker on reaching 7,000 followers!

Congratulations to Aatma at Widowmaker on reaching 7,000 followers! To celebrate this exciting milestone, they're hosting a fantastic giveaway for one lucky winner and three guests. The prize includes a [...]

Key Takeaways from Recent City Budget Hearings on Allston-Brighton Schools and Community Centers

Recent Boston City Council budget hearings provided updates on several long-discussed projects and priorities in Allston-Brighton, including the future of the Jackson Mann Community Center, plans for a new elementary [...]

Great progress on bicycle infrastructure in Brighton!

It was exciting to see paving underway on the new bike path along Birmingham Parkway, stretching from Market Street to the IHOP. This project marks an important step toward creating [...]

Thank You to Our Community Partners for Supporting Friendship Feast

As Gardner Pilot Academy families gather tonight, Friday June 5, for our annual Friendship Feast, we would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the many local businesses and organizations [...]