By Dylan Shobe With millions expected to descend onto the World Cup this spring, some Boston residents voiced concerns about the implementation of anti-drone technology that might be deployed to monitor the games. They said they are suspicious about what…
Coletta Zapata to hold hearing on progress and opportunities to address drink spiking in Boston
Councilor Coletta Zapata (District 1) will hold a hearing on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 9:30 am in the Iannella Chamber to examine progress and identify further opportunities to address drink spiking and drug-facilitated sexual assault. The hearing will be…
MBTA developing rail modernization plan to provide more frequent, reliable, and accessible regional rail service
Special to the Regional Review The MBTA announced that it is developing an updated regional rail strategy to transform its rail system known as the Rail Modernization Plan. Identifying near-term investments and long-term needs, the Rail Modernization Plan will consider…
Boston nonprofit awarded $1.5 million to help high school learning opportunities
Special to the Regional Review EdVestors, a longtime Boston-based school improvement nonprofit organization, announced it has been awarded $1.5 million to strengthen its city-wide effort to scale career-connected learning opportunities and deepen students’ sense of purpose, belonging, and social capital.…
News Briefs 3-5-26
Old North Illuminated Presents ‘Puritan New England… 2026?’ Join Old North Illuminated for an engaging online conversation with historian Lori Rogers-Stokes exploring what modern-day New Englanders inherit from the Puritans. Set for Wednesday, March 25, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.,…
Obituaries 3-5-26
Joseph “JoJo” Manfra Member of the Madonna Della Cava Society and a strong believer in Jesus Christ Joseph “JoJo” Manfra, a longtime resident of Boston’s North End, entered into eternal life on February 12, 2026. He was a long-time member…