Kristen DeTroia

The all-vegetarian café Life Alive that opened last October in Central Square is "serving fresh, organic, wholesome foods—with no meat," because that is what people want, owner Heidi Feinstein said. 

Kathleen Montero

Alex Goldfeld, the president of the North End Historical Society, said he has proof the earliest African Americans in New England settled in the North End.

Thomas Carroll

66 Charles St., located at the corner of Charles St. and Mt. Vernon St., may be changing from Charles Street Market to a Capital One Bank. Residents of Beacon Hill are not happy.

By Matthew Lenczewski

This winter's mild termperatures and lack of snow could prove a bonanza for the Town of Brookline. But for some residents,  who rely on winter storms to help pay the bills, it's been a bad year.

Amy Hansen

For seven weeks, the Cambridge City Council has labored to choose a new mayor, inspiring one local artist to launch a new series based on the drama.

Brent Walkoff

The Boston City Council approved a resolution to make Fenway a state-recognized Cultural District. The district is now awaiting final approval from the Massachusetts Cultural Council.

Kat Vicente

The Codman Square market is part of the growing trend to accept SNAP/EBT, otherwise known as food stamps. Organizers work to make healthy food accessible to low-income local residents.

Matthew Haviland

Residents of Boston's North End neighborhood complained about a late-night noise problem at the February 2012 public safety meeting. Boston Police officers also notified the public of several drug arrests and recent iPhone theft.

John King

Jon Sarkin is an artist known for his exhibits in the DeCordova Museum  and his unique life story. His "Line by Line" showcase is his first solo show in Boston.

Erin Greene

Charlestown against Drugs is collaborating with Friends of the Training Field to use money paid by the producers of the film "RIPD" to repair a fence in Winthrop Square.