Jess Burton in a blue shirt and gold necklace

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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City
Proposed changes for Boston’s Zoning Code
Boston’s Zoning Code helps determine what is built and where. Here’s a breakdown of the updates that have been proposed to the 1960s code by the Mayor’s team.
September 14, 2023
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Jessica Burton
Fall foliage at Franklin Park.
City
4 Hike Boston events this fall
The daytime hiking series Hike Boston will return with four hikes through October.
September 12, 2023
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Jessica Burton
The American flag on a lamp post in downtown Boston
City
Election day is coming soon
The State Primary Election on Tuesday, Sept. 12. Here’s your checklist to make sure you are election day ready and don’t miss any upcoming deadlines.
September 12, 2023
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Jessica Burton
The new mural depicting Captain Kelley in West Roxbury.
Culture
New mural for local veteran
West Roxbury locals and city officials have honored Captain Tom Kelley with a new mural for his 30-year career in the US Navy and contributions to the local community.
September 8, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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Travel and Outdoors
Fall foliage around Boston
‘Tis the season for sweatah weatha + leaf peeping.
September 8, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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Culture
Your guide to the 2023 Moon River Music Festival
You have your Moon River festival tickets — now, read up and prepare for two days of music, food, and fun.
September 7, 2023
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Haley Bartlett
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Food
🍖 Meat Time Out Market’s new vendor
We hope you’re hungry for barbecue — Blue Ribbon BBQ is opening at Boston’s Time Out Market on Tuesday, Sept.12.
September 6, 2023
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Jessica Burton
Two baskets of pretzels and a beer on a table from Harpoon Brewery.
Food
Celebrate Oktoberfest in Boston
It’s that time of year to don your best lederhosen or dirndl, eat pretzels, and enjoy local beer. Prost!
September 6, 2023
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Jessica Burton
The You, Me, We entrance at the Boston Childrens Museum.
Sponsored
Try This: “You, Me, We” at Boston Children’s Museum
We explored Boston Children’s Museum’s latest exhibition, a colorful celebration of the diversity in our communities.
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Florals staged inside the Boston Public Library.
City
Say “I Do” to these local wedding venues
If you’re hearing wedding bells, take a look at one of these local event venues.
August 30, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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Culture
ICYMI: August Crossword Puzzle
Have you been reading your newsletters? Test your local news knowledge from the past ~30 days.
August 30, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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City
New residential development for Everett
The Residences at Rivergreen will add ~600 units along the Malden River and offer amenties like a rooftop deck and craft beer garden.
August 25, 2023
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Jessica Burton
A small Uhaul truck driving down Storrow Drive.
City
A lesson on Storrow Drive
“Storrowed” (v) — When a truck hits one of the low clearance bridges on Storrow Drive.
August 25, 2023
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Jessica Burton
A Red Line Train pulling into the Park Street station.
City
What you need to know about the Red Line closure
The MBTA is shutting down parts of the Red Line for 16 days in October for repairs. Here’s your guide to navigating the shut down.
August 24, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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Culture
Test out your Tampa Bay area knowledge with this crossword
We’re testing your knowledge of what happened in the Cigar City + the Burg during August from the Bucs to civic updates.
August 24, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
A cart, a bookshelf, and a night stand on the curb during Allston Christmas.
Culture
10 things we hate about Allston Christmas
One person’s trash is in fact another persons treasure.
August 24, 2023
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Jessica Burton
An image of one of the John-Singer-Sargent murals located inside the Boston Public Library.
Culture
John Singer Sargent: The man, the artist, the legend
Get to know this famous painter who called Boston his American home and has left his mark on some of Boston’s most iconic landmarks.
August 23, 2023
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Jessica Burton
Table inside Ruckus with the special relief dish: onigiri.
Food
Support Maui relief efforts by dining local
A local restaurateur is supporting the Maui Food Bank with food and drink specials at four eateries through the end of August.
August 17, 2023
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Jessica Burton
Louisville skyline
City
Fastest growing companies in Louisville
Meet the local companies that made Inc. 5000’s list.
August 16, 2023
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Jessica Burton
The Boston skyline with an orange sky.
City
3 updates from the City of Boston
It’s been a busy week for Mayor Wu and city officials. Let’s catch up on these three recent announcements.
August 16, 2023
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Jessica Burton
The rooftop deck with turf and furniture at the Seaport district property.
Real Estate
Homes near the water for sale in Boston
We know the real estate market is hot right now, so cool off with these three properties near the water in Boston.
August 16, 2023
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Jessica Burton
The reflection of the rainbow Boston sign downtown.
City
Fastest growing companies in Boston
Meet some of the 2023 fastest growing local companies in Boston featured on Inc. 5000’s list.
August 16, 2023
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Jessica Burton
Bruins and Celtics banners hanging
City
The end of a Bruins era, again
Boston Bruins long-time center David Krejci has announced he will retire from the NHL, for good this time.
August 14, 2023
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Jessica Burton
The Massachusetts State. House- on a sunny day in Boston.
City
Breaking down the state budget
Gov. Maura Healey signed the $55.98 billion state budget for the 2024 fiscal year and here’s what you need to know.
August 10, 2023
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Jessica Burton
The neon bowling sign outside of Loretta's in Fenway
Culture
🎳 Bowling for facts on candlepin
Game on — Roll with the history of candlepin bowling and four places to play in Boston.
August 10, 2023
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Jessica Burton
The table of free backpacks from the ANS backpack giveaway in 2022.
Events
Back to school backpack giveaway in Mattapan
Save the date and stock up on school supplies at the second annual ANS Back to School Giveaway on Saturday, Aug. 19.
August 9, 2023
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Jessica Burton
Car parked and tailgating in front of Gillette Stadium
Culture
Your game plan for events at Gillette Stadium
Are you ready for this football season to kickoff? Here’s your guide to attending games at Gillette Stadium this year.
August 9, 2023
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Jessica Burton
Head to Southie for a space monkey-themed pickleball experience. | Photo provided by PKL
Culture
Where to play pickleball around Boston
🏓 Whether you’re just entering your pickleball era or are a seasoned pro, take a swing at this trending sport at one of these locations across Boston.
August 7, 2023
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Jessica Burton
The Aeronaut Allston beer garden.
Events
Your guide to Rat City Arts Festival
Rat City Arts Festival is happening this weekend. Here’s what you need to know before you go.
August 2, 2023
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Jessica Burton
The Blue Bird Mobile Dessert Bar.
Culture
Mobiles businesses are on a roll around Boston
These local businesses are making moves around our city. We’re rounding up some wheel-y cool ones.
August 2, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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