South Boston

A huge fire broke out in several residences in South Boston early Saturday morning, and five of the firefighters trying to contain the blaze were hurt. The seven-alarm fire erupted about 3:30 a.m. on Columbia Road and Douglas Street and tore through about seven homes, the Boston Fire Department said. By 6:30 a.m., flames could no longer be seen shooting…

South Boston neighbors woke up to flames shooting out of their Columbia Road and Douglas Street homes Saturday morning. The 7-alarm fire displaced 38 people and injured five firefighters.

A huge fire broke out in several residences in South Boston early Saturday morning, and five of the firefighters trying to contain the blaze were hurt.

More than three dozen residents have been displaced.

Beachgoers were ready to hit the sand and the surf Friday after weeks of being cooped up. “Fresh air is the best thing for people,” said Boston resident Lisa Bove. “Without crowds, we don’t want everybody on top of everybody.” In South Boston, there were huge crowds on Carson Beach and M Street Beach welcoming in the unofficial start...

While people are on the beach this Memorial Day weekend, there are new restrictions in place.

SkyRanger flew over beaches in South Boston on Friday, May 22, and spotted one that appeared crowded, with some people possibly closer than social distancing measures suggest.

Oh how we’ve missed this South Boston favorite! Cafe Porto Bello has been closed for several weeks, but they announced on Thursday evening via social media that they’ll reopen on Monday, April 27. They will be open for pick up and deliveries from 3 to 8 p.m. The post Big News: Cafe Porto Bello will open on Monday for takeout…

Restaurants have been struggling during the pandemic, and even when people begin eating out again, more changes will likely be in store.

South Boston bars and restaurants will close on Sunday, according to a legislator who represents the area. The move comes on the advice of public health officials aiming to prevent the spread of coronavirus.  Social media users had shown bars in South Boston packed with patrons Saturday.  State Sen. Nick Collins said those people who crowded the bars obviously...

Hot diggity dog! Who’s ready to leap into a new season of Sully’s? A welcome sign of spring happens this weekend – Sullivan’s will be open for business! The legendary hot dog stand opens its doors on Saturday, Feb. 29. Enjoy half priced hot dogs and help celebrate Sully’s 69th season! Here’s a refresher on How to Order at Sully’s! Enjoy! The post Sullivan’s...

It’s Margarita TIme! Colton Bradford is preparing for National Margarita Day with some tips from the pros at Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar in Southie to make mouth-watering margaritas at home.

Two men allegedly trying to break into an ATM machine in downtown Boston were caught and arrested early Saturday, police say. An ATM alarm call near 67 Broad Street first went out to Boston police officers around 2:20 a.m. When the officers arrived, they began studying the machine for any signs of damage. As they looked over the machine, which…

The fire came from plastic bins, and was put out in about half an hour.

A building partially collapsed in Boston’s South End, leaving behind a lot of damage and with no immediate cause available.

Looks like Coppersmith is sticking around! See Press Release Below BOSTON (January 2, 2020) – Coppersmith, the bar, restaurant, and event space that has been a favorite in the South Boston…

The post Big News! Coppersmith to Remain Open Through Late 2020 appeared first on Caught In Southie.

A woman facing charges in connection to a deadly chain-reaction crash that killed a toddler in South Boston pleaded not guilty.

Thursday’s hearing was delayed for hours when no one could find 64-year-old Charlene Casey.

Charlene Casey, 64 — charged with motor vehicle homicide in the crash that killed 2-year-old Colin McGrath — was arraigned Thursday afternoon.

An arrest warrant was issued for the woman accused of causing a crash that killed a 2-year-old pedestrian in South Boston.