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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.

The exterior of TD Garden and North Station lit up at night, with pedestrians walking across Causeway Street below.
Culture
The WNBA will compete at TD Garden next year
The Connecticut Sun will play at the historic arena in August of 2024.
December 4, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
Shelves, tables, and cabinets filled with caps, wide-brim hats, ties, and pins.
Culture
Find the perfect gift at these specialty stores around Boston
Special spirits, vintage clothes, kitchen gadgets, and Kentucky Derby-worth hats await you at these shops.
December 4, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
Brunch on the patio at Rochambeau in Boston.
City
Mayor Wu launches Re-FRESH program to assist food businesses
Eligible restaurants, bars, taverns, food trucks, and juice shops can apply for grants between $2,000 and $15,000 as part of Mayor Wu’s new program.
November 30, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A large Christmas tree covered in red, gold, and silver ornaments, placed in front of Boston skyscrapers
Culture
Plan Ahead: Spice up your holiday with these shows
From family-friendly comedy, to dazzling dance parties, add some sparkle to your season with these holiday performances.
November 30, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
Two long tables next to shelves containing craft materials such as yarn and textiles.
Culture
Get crafty at these holiday workshops around Boston
Sharpen your script, construct a wreath, master the basics of macramé, and more at these holiday-themed classes.
November 28, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A metal statue of Paul Revere atop a horse, with art depicting colonial Massachusetts in the background.
Play
The most unique places to stay in Boston
From rockstar-ready rooms to Fenway Park themed suites, Boston is teeming with lodging options that defy expectations.
November 28, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A black and white diner car with a sign overhead that reads "Rosebud American Kitchen & Bar"
Culture
Taste the new flavors of Rosebud Kitchen & Bar
The historic Davis Square diner car-turned-restaurant enters a new era this December with a revamped menu and interior.
November 24, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
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City
Boston’s annual holiday tree is heading to Boston Common
Here’s to the 52nd anniversary of Boston’s tree from Nova Scotia.
November 20, 2023
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Jessica Burton
A subway train pulling up to the Longwood station on the Green Line's D branch.
City
Meet the MBTA’s new MyCharlie website
The improved interface allows users to sign up for automatic payments, request replacement cards, and protect cards against damage and theft.
November 16, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A group of runners wearing race bibs and one runner in a turkey costume pose in front of tents and yellow-leaved trees
Culture
Sprint to these Boston-area turkey trots
Thanksgiving is off to the races at these turkey trots in Greater Boston.
November 16, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
City Editors Jessica and Victoria clink coffee mugs
Culture
Celebrating two years of BOStoday
Let’s look back at all the good times we shared from the past two years.
November 15, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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Culture
Indy neighborhoods as dog breeds
Every dog is top dog in the Circle City. Find out which neighborhoods we think resemble popular pooches.
November 14, 2023
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Shea Stapley
Trees on the brink of turning yellow and orange in Franklin Park.
City
Explore the new Emerald Necklace foliage tour
The autumnal walk guides guests through the splendor of 8,000 trees throughout the Emerald Necklace parks in Boston and Brookline.
November 2, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A small stone church located among many aging gravestones in a cemetery.
Culture
One day in Sleepy Hollow, New York
Don’t lose your head, pumpkin — here are the top spots to explore when visiting the Sleepy Hollow area.
November 2, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
Crowd of concert-goers at Roadrunner in Boston
Culture
Plan Ahead: Concerts in November
Find refuge from the impending holiday madness at concerts from The 1975, Lil Uzi Vert, Deafheaven, and more.
October 31, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
Governor Healey in front of a podium and microphone, with a LPGA behind her.
Culture
The LPGA will tee off in Norton next year
The competition will take place at TBC Boston, marking the first women’s professional golf tournament in Greater Boston in 20+ years.
October 27, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
Two clerks at a desk behind a display of lotions and other skincare.
Sponsored
Try This: Midweek wellness at Breve Spa located in the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Unwind from your daily grind with a midweek visit to Breve Spa.
Sponsored by
Mayor Wu examines artifacts on a table with representatives from the city's new archaeology lab.
City
Visit the Mary C. Beaudry Community Archaeology Center
The new community center will be home to over one million artifacts and a 2,000-volume research library.
October 25, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A hearse parked in front of a haunted house that says "Barrett’s Haunted Mansion"
Culture
Haunted attractions around Boston
Find your new favorite fright at these seasonal haunted houses, hayrides, and fields.
October 25, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A black building with a lavender door and stripe painted across the middle.
Culture
How Salem really became ‘Witch City’
Visit the the witch shop that launched the city’s reputation as a safe haven for spellcasters.
October 23, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
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Culture
Widowmaker Brewing unveils new taproom in Brighton
The brewery’s second location offers a full kitchen, seasonal patio, and extended hours on the evenings of Roadrunner concerts.
October 23, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A spread of burgers and tapas on wooden cutting boards atop a black marble counter.
Play
New and coming-soon restaurants in Boston
Dining in Boston is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
October 19, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
People walking down main street in Salem, Massachusetts.
Culture
A ‘Hocus Pocus’ reunion is brewing in Salem
In honor of the 30th anniversary of the classic Halloween movie, select members of the “Hocus Poucs” cast will return to Witch City for photos and autographs.
October 19, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A plate containing charbroiled steak au poivre, next to silverware, glassware, and a dish of creamed spinach.
Culture
DW French says bonsoir to the Fenway
Prep your palate for French onion soup, escargot en croute, and crème brûlée at this new eatery from award-winning chef Douglass Williams.
October 17, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A team of rowers work in tangent to race down the Charles River.
Culture
Your guide to the Head of the Charles Regatta
Score a front “row” seat to the world’s largest two-day rowing competition this weekend.
October 17, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
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Food
Seasonal treats to try this fall in Indianapolis
It’s the season of treats. Here are some seasonal + spooky treats to try around Indy this fall.
October 16, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Foie Gras atop a bed of apple bread served at Little Donkey.
Culture
Savor the flavors of fall with these dishes around Boston
From pumpkin sashimi to Hocus Pocus cookies, you won’t need a PSL after reading this list.
October 13, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A rendering of the forthcoming Living and Learning Center, which stands above students walking and biking down the street
City
Simmons University plots new construction this winter
The Fenway-based school for women aims to complete a new residential building and life center by late 2026.
October 13, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
An image of Mt. Rushmore with questions marks replacing the faces of the four boulders.
Culture
Who should be on Boston’s Mount Rushmore?
Boston may be the land of GOATs, but there’s only room for four faces on Mount Rushmore.
October 11, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A rendering of fans examining what's on display in Heritage Hall
City
What to expect for the Bruins’ centennial
Whether you’re a casual fan or a lifeline supporter, here’s a rundown of events + sights to check out during the upcoming Bruins centennial festivities.
October 9, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
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