Boston Ranks 3rd In U.S. Innovation
The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPOP), a subsidiary of the United Nations that tracks, protects and distributes intellectual property, has released new data on which cities and regions around the globe are innovation hotspots in 2025..

A Plea for Help
South End residents recently collected syringes throughout the neighborhood and spelled out a cry for help from Mayor Wu as addicts continue to migrant throughout the South End..

Boston’s Most Popular Dogs
Their close relatives, golden retrievers, are the second most common breed in Boston, with 953 of them registered..

Mall Is Getting New Trash Bins
The Commonwealth Ave Mall will soon see new and improved “rodent-resistant” trash bins. The Parks Department has begun installing sleek new black trash bins along the park on Commonwealth Avenue between Arlington Street and Charlesgate East, as part of its wider plan to try to curb rodent activity.

New Zoning’s Impact May Be Years Away
The Zoning Commission unanimously approved a long-time contentious zoning proposal for Downtown last week, which will allow massive increases in building height for new developments. But the city has no idea how long it will take for those changes to take effect, and economic factors suggest it likely won’t be any time soon.

GOING TO THE DOGS
The Downtown Boston Alliance welcomes businesses, shoppers, visitors. and our best friends. Last Saturday the group hosted a parade and party for all local canines..

Running (and Walking)
The Esplanade Association held its annual 5K run on Sunday, October 26. Participants this year could either run or walk..

A REAL HERO
State Represented Jay Livingstone was recognized as a “Community Hero” by the Agency for Boston Community Development last week for his efforts in creating a new neighborhood center in the West End which will include a food pantry. Pictured with Livingstone is ABCD Director Julia Powers who nominated him for the award.

Longwood Area Hosting Climate Resilience Pilot
Launched in partnership with the City of Boston and the Boston Water and Sewer Commission, with support from Simmons University, Charles River Watershed Association, and Northeastern University, the drainage infrastructure added by the project will serve as a test case for future stormwater management initiatives across the district.

Ellis Memorial Marks 140 Years
It was 1885 that Ida Eldredge, inspired by the late pastor of the First Church in Boston Dr. Rufus Ellis, opened her afternoon club for working class boys on the third floor of 241 Tremont Street, later incorporated as Ellis Memorial and Eldredge House.

Over 100 Residents Attend Crime Meeting
183 residents responded to the survey. 80% of those residents said they feel less safe than they did at the beginning of the year. Homeowner Josh Oppenheim said he deals with the problem of open-air drug use and drug dealing on his street, and that it has gotten worse this year.

PIZZA AND PRAISE
City Councilor Ed Flynn hosted outgoing Massachusetts’ Secretary of Veterans Services and South End resident Jon Santiago at a City Hall pizza party followed by a council resolution on October 22..

45 YEARS OF OPENNESS
The Fort Point Arts Community hosted its 45th Open Studios during the weekend of October 17..

Opera Company Has New Home
“This is a space for artists to create and prepare productions,” said BLO Creative Director and CEO Brad Vernatter. “We’ve had such a difficult time finding reliable space for our artists.”.