Main Street Blog

Brighton Farmers Market – Volunteers Needed

We're looking for summer volunteers for the Brighton Farmers Market's 10th season! Our engaged volunteer community has helped make our market a true community hub for nearly a decade now, [...]

Rogers Park Court Improvements, Coming Soon!

According to Boston City Councilor Liz Breadon, exciting improvements are on the way for Rogers Park! This spring, the Parks Department has begun renovations on the park’s sports courts, including [...]

Allston and Brighton not happy with Jackson Mann decision

According to the article in the The Bulletin, frustration is mounting in Allston-Brighton over delays in rebuilding the Boston Center for Youth and Families (BCYF) Jackson Mann Community Center. Roughly [...]

Swan Boats in Brighton

This remarkable photo, taken in 1930 on Mapleton Street in Brighton, captures men repainting Boston’s beloved Swan Boats during the off-season. Long before they returned to the water each spring, [...]

State Representative Kevin Honan Newsletter

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

Allston-Brighton schools are facing staffing and budget cuts

Allston-Brighton schools are facing staffing and budget cuts under the newly approved $1.7 billion Boston Public Schools budget. On average, local schools will see about a 3% drop in funding [...]

Allston Civic attacks graffiti, looks at busy spring and new D-14 Cap

The Allston Civic Association recently met with residents and local officials to discuss neighborhood updates, including welcoming new District D-14 Captain Beth Leary and recognizing the retirement of longtime Community [...]

Boston Fire Teen Academy

Ready to Serve Your Community? Join a team of dedicated professionals committed to protecting life, property, and the environment across Boston. This hands-on opportunity gives participants a behind-the-scenes look at [...]

Cheer on Your Team and Boost Your Business

Summer 2026: Get Ready for the FIFA World Cup! ⚽ The Mayor’s Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion wants to hear from local businesses! As the FIFA World Cup 2026 [...]

Boston by the Numbers: New Data Highlights Neighborhood Trends

Boston by the Numbers: New Data Highlights Neighborhood Trends A recent analysis by The Boston Globe (March 3, 2026) explores how Boston’s neighborhoods differ in wealth, population, and key demographic [...]