Main Street Blog

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 [...]

Brighton Businesses Earn “Best of the Best” Recognition from The Boston Globe

Several Brighton businesses have earned recognition in The Boston Globe's annual "Best of the Best" awards, highlighting the neighborhood's vibrant food and beverage scene and the local entrepreneurs who continue [...]

Share Your Vision for the Future of the Jackson Mann Site

The City of Boston is seeking input from residents, stakeholders, and community members about the future of the Jackson Mann site. Through a collaborative effort involving Boston Centers for Youth [...]

Applications for the 2026 Mayor’s Garden Contest

Gardeners, get your gloves ready! This beloved annual tradition celebrates the creativity, dedication, and hard work of Boston residents who help beautify our neighborhoods through gardening. Part of Mayor Michelle [...]

Veronica B. Smith Senior Center Announces Temporary Relocation During Renovation

Veronica B. Smith Senior Center Announces Temporary Relocation During Renovation Dear Members of the Veronica B. Smith Senior Center Community, June marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for [...]

Big news from The Speedway!

Big news from The Speedway! We're excited to welcome Dos Manos Kitchen, which has officially opened its very first brick-and-mortar location at The Speedway! Known for its handmade pupusas, masa-forward [...]

Legacy Business Awards Received by Two Brighton Businesses

As Executive Director of Brighton Main Streets, I was thrilled to attend the Legacy Business Awards hosted by the Mayor’s Office of Economic Opportunity & Inclusion and celebrate two outstanding [...]

Allston Brighton Youth Athletics

The Allston-Brighton Youth Athletic Committee, featured through the Allston-Brighton Community Development Division (CDD) website, provides a central resource for families to explore youth sports opportunities throughout the neighborhood. The site [...]