East Boston
Stories that focus on news, information and events in Boston's East Boston neighborhood. This collection is part of WBUR's "Field Guide to Boston" project, which aims to help residents deepen connections to the city and their neighbors.
Tell us: What beloved Boston haunts do you want to share with your neighbors?
As part of WBUR's "Field Guide to Boston" project, we interviewed dozens of residents across 20 Boston communities to get insights into their favorite neighborhood spots. Now it's your turn...
East Boston: A Boston neighborhood guide
Surrounded by water and New England's biggest airport, East Boston sits directly across the harbor from downtown — a mix of single- and multi-family homes that evoke an older Boston,...
The East Boston ferry makes a comeback
Seasonal ferry service connecting Downtown Boston and East Boston resumed on Monday.
In East Boston, 'mitigation' for a controversial project may cost residents
When the state approved Eversource's electrical substation in East Boston, it did so with an unusual caveat: It said the company had to do something extra to benefit the community....
East Boston schools to expand music education with new $1.65 million grant
A new $1.65 million grant from nonprofit EdVestors will help public elementary schools in East Boston provide after-school music programs and private lessons to students.
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One idea to reduce coastal flooding in Boston: create an artificial wetland
Researchers in East Boston are testing a floating ball of marsh grass and seaweed as part of a system to reduce coastal flooding. The project is called the Emerald Tutu.
A climate-friendly greenhouse goes up in East Boston
Eastie Farm is building a geothermal greenhouse in East Boston, likely the first of its kind in Massachusetts.
In East Boston, a microcosm of environmental justice
Plus, Tom Brady might have left the Patriots, but he's still headed to the Super Bowl. What gives?