Two COVID-19 vaccination sites—the TripAdvisor in Needham and the Boston Sports Club in Newton—are no longer scheduling appointments for the first dose of the vaccine due to the Commonwealth’s limited vaccine supply.
Metro, Arts
MFA Extends Showing of ‘Monet and Boston: Lasting Impressions’
One of the largest collections of Claude Monet paintings is on display at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA) for the first time since it was originally displayed at this location 25 years ago. Known for his use of muted palettes and simple brush strokes, Monet’s revered works once again bring a sense of serenity to Boston in Monet and Boston: Lasting Impressions.
Metro, Arts
Outdoor Art Show ‘Hatched: Breaking Through the Silence’ Brightens Boston Winter
The Esplanade Association (EA) is presenting “Hatched: Breaking through the Silence,” a four-week visual-auditory experience at the DCR Hatch Memorial Shell.
Newton, Metro
Newton Reviews Reports of Recent Hate Crimes and Bias-Related Incidents
Reports of hate crimes and bias-related incidents in Newton in the past month have been higher than normal, according a Newton Police Department officer.
Metro, Newton
Newton Police Reform Task Force Presents Preliminary Recommendations
The Newton Police Reform Task Force presented its preliminary recommendations, including implementing enhanced training and increasing diversity within the department to address the impacts of historic and current systemic racism in policing practices.
Metro, Coronavirus Updates, Newton
Newton Senior Center Helps Residents Secure COVID-19 Vaccination Appointments
When staff at the Newton Senior Center learned that individuals over 75 would be eligible to receive COVID-19 vaccinations, they knew making appointments online and accessing transportation could be challenging for some.
Metro, Arts
Boston Teens Curate ‘Black Histories, Black Futures’ Exhibit at the MFA
Partnering with various youth empowerment groups, the MFA selected six Boston-area teens to curate the exhibit, highlighting prominent Black artists.
Metro, Food, Featured Story
Soleil Fosters Community with Loyal Customers and Soul Food
Soleil, a local breakfast-lunch spot in Roxbury, fosters a sense of community alongside its homestyle food. The restaurant, under the leadership of chef and owner Cheryl Straughter, has gained a loyal following within the community.
Metro, Newton
Mayor Fuller Delivers Fourth State of the City Address
Reflecting on the resilience of the Newton community over the past year, Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller delivered her fourth State of the City Address.
Metro, Boston
BC Alum Alex Gray Runs for City Council
Alex Gray, BC ’06, a Democrat, is running for an at-large seat on the Boston City Council and has the potential to be Boston’s first blind councilor.
