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Victoria Wasylak

City Editor

Victoria Wasylak is an award-winning journalist and editor from Boston, MA. Her work has been published in Vanyaland, The Boston Globe, and Paste, and she’s written more than a dozen episodes of DISGRACELAND, the most downloaded music podcast in the world. She loves horror movies, cutting-edge fashion, and collecting records.

A picture of actress Ayo Edebiri, wearing a red vest and holding a mellet, looks through a hole in a kitchen wall.
Culture
Welcome to the age of Ayo Edebiri
On the heels of two major award wins, get to know the Dorchester actress and writer.
January 31, 2024
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Victoria Wasylak
Three children in winter coats jump on an inflatable bouncy platform at Boston Common.
Culture
Plan Ahead: Winterfests near Boston
Free, family-friendly adventures await in Boston, Quincy, and Revere.
January 31, 2024
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Victoria Wasylak
Three Photo Of The Year Contest Finalists.
Culture
See the winner of our 2023 Picture of the Year contest
Find out which stunning snap was the favorite among BOStoday readers.
January 29, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
The Mayor, wearing a blue dress, delivers remarks to a a crowd of Franklin Field tenants gathered in front of her official podium.
City
Dorchester turns up the heat with new green initiative
The Franklin Field Apartments community has been selected for the the city’s first networked geothermal pilot project.
January 25, 2024
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Victoria Wasylak
Inside Boylston Station, where a large rectangular sign reads "Boylston: Theatre District" above a black bench, pay phone, and trash can, with an old orange streetcar in the background.
Culture
Where to have a good cry around Boston
Our guide to the best spots to visit when you need to turn on the water works.
January 25, 2024
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Victoria Wasylak
Boston skyline with sun rising
Work
The top industries and employers in the Boston area
Learn about the biggest industries and employers in the Boston metro area with this guide to local business.
January 24, 2024
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Sara Frazier
A golden Labrador Retriever sits atop a wooden picnic table next to a brown cocktail and a metal tray containing brisket, cornbread, and smoked meats.
Culture
Big Pig Barbecue makes tails wag at Park-9
The indoor dog park + bar in Everett welcomes Big Pig Barbecue for the winter.
January 23, 2024
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Victoria Wasylak
A Red Line subway train outside on a snowy day, approaching a tunnel and boarding area.
City
What to know about the MBTA’s suspensions and updates
A new wave of suspensions will halt service throughout the Orange, Red, and Green Lines this winter.
January 19, 2024
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Victoria Wasylak
A small, square gray shop with a sign over a glass door that reads "THE HALF COOKIE" and other signage that reads "GOURMET STUFFED COOKIES" and "FRESHLY BAKED COOKIES."
Culture
The Half Cookie bakes a new era at the Current
The gourmet bakery brings a pop-up shop to the Seaport this winter.
January 19, 2024
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Victoria Wasylak
Mayor Wu speaks to seated students wearing black "EMK" sweatshirts.
City
Edward M. Kennedy Academy receives largest grant in BPS history
A new partnership between the Boston Public Schools and Mass General Brigham will further develop the health career-focused high school.
January 17, 2024
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Victoria Wasylak
An orchid plant in bloom inside a greenhouse, with multiple flowers that are pink with yellow and white in the middle.
Culture
Botanical gardens and greenhouses to visit around Boston
Refresh your winter with orchids, citruses, and pitcher plants at these indoor oases.
January 17, 2024
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Victoria Wasylak
Escape the winter blues in a heated igloo. | Photo via The Envoy Hotel, Autograph Collection
Food
9 restaurants with outdoor seating
Igloos, yurts, and enclosed ice boxes: here are some creative options for outdoor dining this winter.
January 12, 2024
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Victoria Wasylak
Bill Belichick speaks into his headset on a football field in front of many Patriots players.
Culture
Bill Belichick parts ways with the Patriots
The longtime coach of the New England team has “mutually agreed to part ways amicably” after 24 years with the Pats.
January 11, 2024
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Victoria Wasylak
Delta airplane departing from Boston Logan Airport
Work
All you need to know about Logan Airport
To help make your Logan Airport experience as smooth as possible, we’ve created a guide that covers everything from the four terminals to parking and popular international flights.
January 11, 2024
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Sara Frazier
A new electric school bus.
City
More electric school buses are coming to Boston
Thanks to the EPA’s Clean School Bus Program, Boston has funding to purchase 50 additional electric school buses.
January 9, 2024
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Victoria Wasylak
A crowd of people gathered in front of a stage that reads "Boston Calling" with video screens on either side, showing headliner Noah Kahan.
Culture
Boston Calling 2024 lineup announced
Ed Sheeran, Tyler Childers, and The Killers headline this year’s edition of the Memorial Day weekend festival.
January 9, 2024
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Victoria Wasylak
Mayor Wu stands in front of a podium outside a grey and brown brick building that reads "Boston Arts Academy, Dr. Elma I. Lewis Building," while a crowd is seated in front of her.
City
A lesson on Boston Public School’s new facilities plan
The new plan proposes closing many existing schools in favor or bolstering enrollment and student offerings at larger facilities.
January 3, 2024
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Victoria Wasylak
A bird's eye view of a right whale in the Atlantic Ocean, next to five dolphins.
Travel and Outdoors
Massachusetts receives funding to protect right whales
The money will assist local scientists with research and developing safter commercial fishing gear.
January 3, 2024
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Victoria Wasylak
Acadia National Park from the Beehive Loop.
Culture
How to visit National Parks for free in 2024
The National Park Service will offer free admission at all parks and associated sites for six days in 2024.
December 22, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
Little Crater Lake shines ultra blue, reflecting the surrounding forest.
Culture
PDXtoday’s 2023 wrapped
From how to cheer on the hometown teams to an immersive art experience, here is the content that our readers flocked to this year.
December 21, 2023
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Ben McBee
A brick, orange-walled room with a neon sign that says "THE ONE WITH..." hanging above white side tables, orange chairs and an orange sofa.
Culture
BOStoday’s 2023 wrapped
From buzzy AI articles, to an eerie tour of a Boston landmark, here’s what our readers flocked to this year.
December 20, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
The Boston skyline, including the John Hancock Tower and the Prudential Center, in front of a green corner of Boston Common.
City
Civic leadership and sustainability on the agenda for Boston’s 2024 summit
The all-day event will use networking, educational sessions, and panels to foster connections between civic leaders and Boston residents.
December 18, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
Three tubing lanes covered in snow, with people in snow tubes sliding down the middle and leftmost lanes. Other riders wait at the top of the slope.
Culture
Where to go snow tubing near Boston
From local tubing parks to luxurious retreats in the Berkshires, hit these slopes with friends and family.
December 18, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A slice of pumpkin pie on a white plate with a spoon, atop a green, pink, and white plaid tablecloth. White pumpkins and a full pumpkin pie are also on the table.
Culture
Where to buy holiday pies and desserts in Boston
Whether you’re short on time or need to impress the in-laws, our com-pie-lation of local bakeries will help you find the perfect sweet treat.
December 14, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A map depicting a parade route down Peacevale Road, onto Norfolk Street, and down Talbot Avenue, with the Eagles' and Raiders' logos in the top corners of the map.
Culture
Boston parades its pride for youth sports champions
Head to Boston this weekend to honor the Pop Warner Dorchester Elite Eagles and the Boston Raiders Cheerleaders.
December 14, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A green football field, adjacent to a large set of bleachers painted white
City
White Stadium renovations affect Boston high school teams
By 2026, local high school football teams will need to a new field for home games and practices.
December 12, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
We'll never say no to a classic Margherita pizza from Coppa | Photoa via @coppaboston
Food
Where to eat pizza in Boston, MA
Dig into Boston’s must-try pizza shops, from Allston to Southie.
December 12, 2023
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City
Gillette unveils plans for South Boston campus
After 100+ years of manufacturing blades in South Boston, the company has shared its intentions for its 31-acre campus along Fort Point Channel.
December 8, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A crowd in winter clothes gathers in front of a stage with a sign that reads "First Night Boston"
Culture
Your first glimpse at First Night Boston 2024
Here’s everything you need to know about the annual event’s new location, music schedule, and winter wonderland acticvities.
December 8, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A white table viewed from above, fulled with fish, meat, and veggie dishes and cocktails, with hands shown cutting into the meals.
Culture
Where to dine out on Christmas Day in Boston
Feast on holiday cheer at these restaurants keeping their doors open on Dec. 25.
December 6, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
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