Paramount's Privacy Policy on Personal Information and Targeted Advertising
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November 28, 2025 Traffic Advisory
Boston will implement parking restrictions and street closures for several upcoming events, including the lighting of the tree at Copley Square on December 1, 2025. Residents and visitors are encouraged to utilize public transportation, bike, or walk to these events. The MBTA recommends purchasing round-trip tickets for quicker return trips.
Bank On Boston Employing Teens to Become Financial Literacy Experts
Bank On Boston has partnered with futureBOS to employ ten high school students as Young Money Mentors, promoting financial literacy among their peers. The program engaged over 350 applicants and provided workshops on personal finance topics, reaching more than 100 young people in the community. Mentors also advocated for financial education to be mandated in Massachusetts high schools.
Boston Parks Departments Forever Young Program for Older Adults Returns for Winter
The Boston Parks Department's Forever Young Program for Older Adults will resume on January 7th at Carter Playground Bubble, offering free weekly activities. The program promotes physical fitness and community engagement for older adults every Wednesday until March 2, 2026.
Mayor Michelle Wu to Host 84th Annual Boston Common Tree Lighting on December 4
Mayor Michelle Wu will host the 84th annual Boston Common Tree Lighting on December 4, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. This year's event features performances by The Pointer Sisters and local artists, along with the traditional lighting of a 45-foot white spruce donated by Nova Scotia.
Mayor Michelle Wu Announces Youth Jobs Applications Open for 2025-2026 School Year
Boston's Mayor Michelle Wu announced that applications are open for over 2,000 youth job opportunities for the 2025-2026 school year. Young people aged 14-24 can apply through futureBOS, which connects them to various employment experiences. The program aims to support career development and has received $23.3 million in funding.
Supermarket chain coming to former Big Lots, Christmas Tree Shops sites
Big Y plans to open new grocery stores in Fairhaven and North Dartmouth, Massachusetts, in 2027. The stores will occupy former retail locations of Big Lots and Christmas Tree Shops, both of which closed after bankruptcy. The company aims to enhance local service and community connection.
Info to decipher secret message in sculpture at CIA HQ sells for close to 1M, according to RR Auction of Boston
An archive containing the solution to the final encrypted message of the Kryptos sculpture at CIA headquarters sold for $963,000 at RR Auction in Boston. The anonymous buyer will meet with artist Jim Sanborn to discuss the codes and charts related to the sculpture, which has intrigued cryptography enthusiasts since its dedication in 1990.
NH resident found guilty in stabbing death of brother-in-law
A New Hampshire resident, Ren Rodgers, was found guilty of second-degree murder for stabbing Christopher Kellar at a Boston hotel in 2021. The incident occurred after an argument between Kellar and Rodgers' wife escalated, leading to Rodgers intervening and fatally stabbing Kellar. Rodgers will be sentenced on December 17.
Thinking Above the Box
Boston's Urban Forestry Division installed four above-ground tree planters on Harrison Avenue in Chinatown to enhance the neighborhood's tree canopy. The initiative, funded by the Office of Climate Resilience, aims to combat excessive heat and improve community aesthetics. Residents can expect the Serviceberry trees to bloom in spring, marking a new chapter for urban greenery in Chinatown.