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Jessica Burton

Senior City Editor

Jess is based in Boston, MA and when she isn’t creating content, you’ll find her at one of the local breweries, walking her dogs on the Esplanade, or attending a concert. After graduating from the University of Florida, she moved to Columbia, SC where she worked at various nonprofit organizations + was a City Editor for COLAtoday before relocating to launch BOStoday in 2021.

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Culture
Try your hand at SEAtoday’s October crossword puzzle
Can you get all the answers?
October 25, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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Development
Gillette manufacturing glides out of South Boston
The blade-making factory has been part of the South Boston community for over 100 years.
October 24, 2023
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Jessica Burton
A dumpling class inside Mei Mei Dumplings
Food
Grab your aprons — 5 cooking classes in Boston
Get your hands dirty in the kitchen with new skills on how to cook dishes pasta, dumplings, and breads around Boston.
October 20, 2023
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Jessica Burton
Three VOYAGE displays that will come to the Pru in November.
Culture
Fleurs de Villes Voyage blooms at the Pru
Visit the Prudential Center Nov. 2-Nov. 6 to see 16 fresh floral mannequins created by local florists that embrace cultures from around the world.
October 20, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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City
Proposed $4 billion housing bond bill
Here’s a breakdown of how Gov. Healey wants to tackle the creation and renovation of affordable housing across Massachusetts.
October 18, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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Culture
Harvard or Hogwarts? You be the judge
From one storied campus to another, here are a few similarities between the fictional school and the local university.
October 18, 2023
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Jessica Burton
An image of the skyline from the Boston Common.
City
More discounts for the ONE+Boston Program
This city-run program helps provide resources for first-time home buyers in the city.
October 16, 2023
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Jessica Burton
A Green Line train approaching Coolidge Corner.
City
How the MBTA got its colors
All aboard for a story on how Boston’s public transit system selected the colors of its main transits lines.
October 16, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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City
What to know about the Boston Bikes Pass
Residents have taken 2,950,000 trips on Bluebikes in 2023. This program hopes to grow that number and make traveling by bike more affordable.
October 12, 2023
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Jessica Burton
BOS-Edgar-Allan-Poe-Statue-2023
Culture
Edgar Allan Poe, a poetic history
The eerie writer was born in Boston and while he didn’t care for the city, he was a Bostonian, nevermore.
October 12, 2023
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Jessica Burton
BOS-Provincetown-fire-truck-2023
City
🚒 Place your bid on a 2001 firetruck
The Town of Provincetown Fire Department is auctioning off a firetruck to raise funds for new equipment.
October 11, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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Food
Fall beer releases in Boston, MA
Oh my gourd — there are so many seasonal sips to try.
October 10, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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Fitness
Flow at these Boston yoga studios
Check out these 14 yoga studios around Boston, which offer yoga, meditation, and private fitness sessions.
October 6, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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City
The buzz on AI technology and bees
A local company is using AI to create SmartHives to improve the understand of bees and their hives.
October 4, 2023
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Jessica Burton
A Brownstone in the South End with a blue door.
Live
Your guide to the South End
Here’s what you need to know about this artsy community filled with galleries, pocket parks, and some of Boston’s best restaurants.
October 4, 2023
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Jessica Burton
Downtown Charleston
Culture
Try your hand at CHStoday’s September crossword puzzle
Can you get all the answers?
October 4, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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Culture
Four new museum exhibitions to see this fall
Make plans to see one of these four new and upcoming exhibitions around Boston.
October 2, 2023
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Jessica Burton
A tandem e-bike parked along the Canal
Retail
What to know about e-bikes in Indianapolis
You’ve probably noticed these wheel-y fast bikes cruising around the city by now, so we’re breaking down everything you need to know and where to hop on an e-bike for yourself.
October 2, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Interior view of the Copley Square Boston Public Library branch
Culture
Boston Public Library joins Books Unbanned initiative
Teens and younge adults across the US can apply to access the Boston Public Library’s digital resources.
September 28, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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Food
Dunkin’ Spiked Taste Test
We teamed up with local foodie influencer Key to try the new boozy Dunkin’ drinks. Here’s the scoop on the new sips.
September 28, 2023
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Jessica Burton
A view of the Waterfront and Louisville skyline in fall.
Culture
Try your hand at LOUtoday’s September crossword puzzle
Can you get all the answers?
September 28, 2023
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Katie Molck
Baked goods a the new bakery inside Boston Public Market.
Food
Boston Public Market’s new vendor is fresh out of the oven
Hearth & Hug Bakery will be serving fresh pastries, cakes, and breads this month.
September 26, 2023
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Jessica Burton
The Samuel Adams statue in downtown Boston.
Culture
Five facts about Sam Adams
Test your local knowledge on this Founding Father and celebrate his birthday, Sept. 27.
September 26, 2023
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Jessica Burton
BOS-State-House-2023
City
All aboard: $108 million grant coming for key rail infrastructure
The Bay State will receive a federal grant to make key improvements to increase speed and frequency.
September 22, 2023
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Jessica Burton
A hot and buttery lobster roll with a can of Sam Adams.
Food
🦞 Food wars: Favorite lobster rolls in Boston
We’re serving up the history of this iconic New England dish, breaking down the differences between styles, and asking you to weigh in.
September 22, 2023
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Jessica Burton
The pumpkin decor at Wilson Farms.
Culture
🎃 12 experiences to add to your Boston fall bucket list
Create your own fall bucket list using this round up of 12 fall-tastic events and expereinces.
September 20, 2023
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Jessica Burton
BOS-Rose-Kennedy-Greenway-Art-2023
Culture
Turn the volume up on “Hip-Hop: Seen/Unseen”
This mini-art exhibition sharing the untold story of Boston’s hip-hop culture can be seen on the Rose Kennedy Greenway through Wednesday, Nov. 15.
September 20, 2023
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Jessica Burton
Pumpkins outside of the Ropes Mansion in Salem, Massachusetts
Culture
Your guide to 48 hours in the Witch City
‘Tis the season for a witchy escape to Salem, Massachusetts. Here’s your guide with recommendations on what to see, where to eat, and places to stay.
September 18, 2023
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Jessica Burton
The Ferris wheel at The Big E State Fair.
Food
What’s cooking at the Big E
We hope you’re hungry for lots of foodie specials from this year’s Big E State Fair.
September 18, 2023
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Jessica Burton
BOS-Boston-Waterfront-2023
City
Preparing for Hurricane Lee
Massachusetts is under a hurricane watch through Saturday, Sept. 16. Be prepared for strong winds and potential flooding.
September 14, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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