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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.

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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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Culture
6 questions with Maria and Ricardo’s
Learn the backstory of this decades-old tortilleria that founded its flavor in Jamaica Plain.
October 5, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A group up drummers in matching pink shirts perform in sync on the streets.
Culture
HONK! Festival spreads joyful noise throughout the city
The 18th edition of the free, all-ages music festival will feature 30+ bands from across the country.
October 5, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A Green Line train on outdoor tracks in front of multiple buildings
City
Cast your vote about the future of the Green Line
The MBTA is seeking rider input about the design of new Green Line trains.
October 3, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
The Charles River and Boston skyline with a pink sunset in the background.
City
New digital equity investments aim to keep Boston connected
Boston will invest $5 million in initiatives to improve internet access and related digital concerns throughout the city.
September 29, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
Mayor Wu speaks at a podium that says "Sail Boston, July 11-16, 2026" in front of a waving American flag
City
Tall ships will sail back to Boston in 2026
Over 10 tall ships from around the world will visit Boston Harbor for the United State’s 250th birthday.
September 27, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
Little Amal leads a parade of people down a city street as they hold welcome signs.
Culture
Follow Little Amal’s journey through Nashville
The 12-ft puppet is making a pit stop in Music City on her 6,000-mile voyage across America with an appearance in Midtown.
September 27, 2023
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Skylar Webb
An old brick mansion with a gravel driveway in front and blue sky in the background
Culture
The eerie film history of Castle Hill on the Crane Estate
The seaside property in Ipswich known as Caste Hill was a filming location for “The Witches of Eastwick” in the late 1980s.
September 27, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
The exterior of the Rosebud at dusk, with an American flag flying to the left of the diner car.
Food
Rosebud American Kitchen & Bar will close for updates
The Davis Square eatery will temporarily shutter to rework the menu with “Indian twists” and update the restaurant’s interior.
September 25, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A hand holding a large reusable water bottle with the ocean and a harbor in the background
City
Governor Healey signs two environmental executive orders
The new orders ban government agencies from purchasing single-use plastic bottles, and set biodiversity conservation goals for the coming decades.
September 21, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
Union Square sign with marshmallow and bread
Culture
What the Fluff? Festival spreads the love in Somerville
Celebrate the city’s most prized invention: marshmallow fluff.
September 21, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
Paramount sign in downtown Boston.
Culture
Quiet on set: Boston Film Festival is back
Learn which flicks at the Boston Film Festival are coming to a screen near you — and which ones are available to stream from home.
September 19, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A woman dancing in an vibrant yellow, orange, red, and purple costume
Culture
Where to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Boston
Fill your schedule with film screenings, dance lessons, live music, and more for Hispanic Heritage Month.
September 17, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A cheeseburger dripping with melted cheese, topped with bacon, and served on a plate with shoestring fries.
Food
Where to chow down for National Cheeseburger Day
Our gut-busting picks for National Cheeseburger Day arrive topped with lobster, crispy pancetta, pickled cherry peppers, and more.
September 15, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
The grey brick exterior of the Parker Hill branch, with a blue "Boston Public Library" flag hanging above the entrance
Culture
The Boston Public Library welcomes “Punk Week”
Unlock your inner rocker with DIY button-making, vinyl record painting, and more at Punk Week.
September 15, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A sandwich on a fluffy bun overflowing with toppings
Food
Two local restaurants land on Bon Appétit’s best new restaurant list
Colorful seafood and bountiful bao satisfied the publication’s cravings around Boston.
September 13, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A photo of Boston's Seaport district in the evening, with lights illuminating buildings and skyscrapers
Culture
Commonwealth Fest brings Cousin Stizz to the Seaport
The hip-hop festival features a robust roster of national + local musicians for its debut edition.
September 11, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
The Massachusetts State House beneath cloudy blues skies. A flag bearing the state seal flies to the right of the building.
City
Massachusetts officials seek input for new state seal and motto
Residents can help write history by sharing their thoughts about phrasing, themes, and imagery for the state seal and motto.
September 11, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
12-foot puppet Little Amal on a ship, surrounded by puppeteers
Culture
Follow Little Amal’s massive journey through Boston
The 12-foot puppet begins her 6,000-mile voyage across America with appearances in East Boston, Roxbury, and downtown.
September 7, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
The words "Glad you're here" on pavement near a blue repurposed gas station
City
Free outdoor events to fuel your weekend
An all-day music festival, night market, international carnival, and kid-friendly fun await you + your family this weekend.
September 7, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
An employee holds a planner and a variety of pens in front of a display of colorful notebooks
Take note of these six Boston stationery stores
Browse crisp new notebooks, locally-themed office supplies, seasonal decor, and more at one of these six local shops.
September 5, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
Parkman Bandstand at Boston Common on a sunny day
Culture
Start Where We Are Earth Music Festival grows a greener future in Boston
The inaugural festival pairs live music with an eco-friendly cause at the Boston Common this weekend.
September 5, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A Cockapoo sits in front of the Charles River and Zakim Bridge
Culture
Boston Neighborhoods as dog breeds
Only one region can claim the city’s beloved Boston Terrier. Who will be top dog?
September 1, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
Crowd during a concert at Roadrunner
Culture
Plan Ahead: Concerts in Boston
Sample everything from reggaeton to pure pop at concerts across the city this September.
August 31, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A singer, guitarist, and violinist perform on a stage with a sign that says "Club Passim" in the background
Culture
Club Passim’s Campfire Festival celebrates 25 years
The annual fest will reignite a passion for local folk music with four days of performances from 60+ artists.
August 31, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
The Boston hip-hop group STL GLD stands in a row on the sandy shore of a beach
Culture
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop with these artists repping Boston
From Coi Leray to Cousin Stizz, meet the Boston-born rappers shaping the genre’s trajectory.
August 29, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
A foggy day driving over the bridge to Cambridge.
City
Cambridge begins pilot program for electric vehicle charging
Residents can now apply for a permit to charge their electric vehicles across sidewalks.
August 22, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
Exterior of Union Oyster House restaurant in downtown boston
Food
Union Oyster House named one of the world’s most legendary restaurants
The historic Boston establishment earned the No. 43 spot on the list of 150 eateries across the globe.
August 21, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
Guitars, outfits, and other music memorabilia is on display behind glass in a large exhibit hall
Arts
A Bruce Springsteen exhibit is coming to Boston this fall
The portrait collection shares an up-close look at ‘The Boss’ across his decades-long career.
August 21, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
The exterior of a historic chapel with stained glass and a large statue at Boston University
Education
Study up on Boston’s best colleges and universities
Find out which schools made the Princeton Review’s annual list of top US colleges
August 17, 2023
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Victoria Wasylak
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