Explainers
Snow Emergencies Near Boston: Who Calls Them, Where to Park
How snow emergencies and parking bans work in Boston, Somerville, Medford, Malden, Melrose and Salem: alerts, arteries, discounted garages and towing.
Boston Neighbor · Explainers
How things work around here
Plain-language answers to the how and why of living in Greater Boston.
Keep exploring
Things to Do
Out and about around Boston
Lights, markets, shows and weekend plans, with dates, prices and what to know before you go.
Eat & Drink
What to eat and drink nearby
Pie orders, new restaurants, markets and seasonal bites across Boston and the North Shore.
Home
Your Boston-area home, season by season
Winter prep, heating, power and the practical chores of owning or renting around here.
Local
What is changing in your town
Parking rules, trash schedules and notices that change your week, from the towns that publish them.
